{"id":29177,"date":"2018-02-02T13:50:32","date_gmt":"2018-02-02T13:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/our-team\/"},"modified":"2024-12-05T06:21:38","modified_gmt":"2024-12-05T06:21:38","slug":"our-team","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/au\/our-team\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Team"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Title&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; header_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#09809e&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Our Team<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; module_class=&#8221;team-img-round&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#e6e6e6&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;25px|25px|25px|25px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;John &#8221; position=&#8221;President (COO)&#8221; image_url=&#8221;\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/john-profile-bw.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;John&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; header_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; body_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; body_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|15px|15px|15px&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;-webkit-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||-moz-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);&#8221; border_radii_image=&#8221;|200px|200px|200px|200px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"person_info\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<strong>John<\/strong> was born and raised in Bavaria to a German father and Filipina mother. <\/p>\n<p>Together with his father Siegfried and brother Mel, he has written a philippine travel guide (German language) which can be purchased on Amazon. He is also the CEO of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philippinen-tours.de\/\">Philippinen Tours<\/a>, a german tour company which began as a blog in 2009. <\/p>\n<p>Favourites include: <a href=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/au\/romblon-island\/\">Romblon<\/a> Island; Mt. Hibok-Hibok in Camiguin and diving with threshers in Malapascua.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Beatriz &#8221; position=&#8221;CEO (Chief Executive Officer)&#8221; image_url=&#8221;\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/bea-profile-falls.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Bea&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; body_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|15px|15px|15px&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;-webkit-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||-moz-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);&#8221; border_radii_image=&#8221;on|200px|200px|200px|200px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"bea\">\n<p><strong>Bea<\/strong>  hails from the Philippines but grew up in Australia, so she likes to think of herself as somewhat of an expert on beautiful beaches and the great outdoors. She has travelled the world extensively but keeps returning to the nation as there is always much more to explore.She is a fan of adventure and the underwater world, is an avid scuba and sometime freediver, experienced snorkeler and novice surfer. She has jumped many waterfalls and trekked many trails but likes to balance this with the serious business of testing hammocks and sampling luxury spas.<\/p>\n<p>Bea loves traditional Filipino food and of course the warm-hearted islanders. She speaks English, Spanish and Tagalog and is currently working to improve her German language skills but fears that life may be too short for this. <\/p>\n<p>Favourite spots include: Kisses Islets, <a href=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/au\/dinagat-islands-mindanao-ready-discovered\/\">Dinagat<\/a>, Tuminugan Nature Reserve, Bukidnon; Dahican Beach, <a href=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/au\/best-philippine-beaches-top-10-list\/\">Mati<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Melvin &#8221; position=&#8221;General Manager&#8221; image_url=&#8221;\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/mel-profile.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Mel&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; body_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|15px|15px|15px&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;-webkit-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||-moz-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);&#8221; border_radii_image=&#8221;on|200px|200px|200px|200px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"person_info\">\n<p><strong>Mel<\/strong>\u00a0was born and raised in Germany and is currently based in the Southern Visayas. He likes to visit remote areas and get to know the locals and their customs; everything from learning traditional methods of fishing to understanding the nationwide pastime of cockfighting.<\/p>\n<p>Mel&#8217;s plan is to experience as many of the philippines regional festivals as possible and is slowly getting there, one fiesta at a time.<\/p>\n<p>Favorite places include: <a href=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/au\/siquijor-island\/\">Siquijor<\/a>, Pamilacan island, and many spots along the east coast of Mindanao.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; module_class=&#8221;team-img-round&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#e6e6e6&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;25px|25px|25px|25px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Angel &#8221; position=&#8221;CFO (Chief Financial Officer)&#8221; image_url=&#8221;\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/angel-pic300x300.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Angel&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|15px|15px|15px&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;-webkit-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||-moz-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);&#8221; border_radii_image=&#8221;on|200px|200px|200px|200px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"person_info\">\n<p>Angel is from the beautiful island of bohol, one of our most popular travel destinations. She has worked in the Accounting Finance field since 2010. <\/p>\n<p>Aside from work and travel, she also enjoy gardening. <\/p>\n<p>Favourite places she has visited in the Philippines include Apo island and Kalanggaman Island.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Roqueta &#8221; position=&#8221;Reservations Manager&#8221; image_url=&#8221;https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/roqueta.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Roqueta&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; body_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|15px|15px|15px&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;-webkit-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||-moz-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);&#8221; border_radii_image=&#8221;on|200px|200px|200px|200px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"rqt_info\">\n<p>Roqueta is in charge of Reservations, liaises with our partner hotels and stays in touch with our suppliers to ensure smooth and enjoyable itineraries for our guests.<\/p>\n<p>She loves adventure activities including ziplining and water rafting and as well as creative pursuits like drawing and editing photos.<\/p>\n<p>Favorite spots include Kalanggaman Island, Olango Island and other spots in Bohol and South Cebu.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Giuseppe &#8221; position=&#8221;Italian Market Agent&#8221; image_url=&#8221;\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/giuseppe2-300&#215;300-2.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Giuseppe&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|15px|15px|15px&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;-webkit-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||-moz-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);&#8221; border_radii_image=&#8221;on|200px|200px|200px|200px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"giuseppe\">\n<p>Giuseppe hails from Sicily but spent much of his life traveling to and living in various parts of the world.<\/p>\n<p>In the last few years he has settled in the philippines with his family, traveling through its islands and getting to know its many treasures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; module_class=&#8221;team-img-round&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#e6e6e6&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;25px|25px|25px|25px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Robbie &#8221; position=&#8221;Italian and English Market Agent&#8221; image_url=&#8221;\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Robbie.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Robbie&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|15px|15px|15px&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;-webkit-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||-moz-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);&#8221; border_radii_image=&#8221;on|200px|200px|200px|200px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"robbie\">\nRobbie is a half Australian \/ half Italian living in Rome. Robbie\u2019s understanding of the country and its culture started early on as one of his oldest friends was born there having moved to Australia at a young age, helping to expose him to its rich culture. <\/p>\n<p>Finally, getting over there, he immediately felt a connection to the place and now considers himself lucky to be able to help people discover their own connection to its beautiful islands and it&#8217;s amazingly friendly people.\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Philipp &#8221; position=&#8221;D-A-CH market Agent &#038; Travel Consultant&#8221; image_url=&#8221;https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Philipp-Urban-2.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Philipp&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|15px|15px|15px&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;-webkit-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||-moz-box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);||box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);&#8221; border_radii_image=&#8221;on|200px|200px|200px|200px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"philipp_info\">\n<p>Philipp is a German-Filipino mixed and grew up in the Southwest of Germany. 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Together with his father Siegfried and brother Mel, he has written a philippine travel guide (German language) which can be purchased on Amazon. He is also the CEO of Philippinen Tours, a german tour company which began as a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p>We are a German-Australian-Spanish-Filipino tour company. Our team members are:<\/p><p><strong><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23976\" src=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/john-profile-bw-298x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"298\" height=\"300\" \/><\/strong><\/p><p><b>John<\/b> was born and raised in Bavaria to a German father and Filipina mother. Over the years, the family would spend vacations in the Philippines to reunite with relatives, to stay connected to their roots and to explore the country\u2019s many attractions. This is where his love for the Philippines and for travel began.<\/p><p>As an adult, he continued to visit the islands often bringing friends along and introducing them to this part of the world, exploring new regions with each tour and eventually settling in the Visayas for some time.<\/p><p>Together with his father Siegfried and brother Mel, he has written a Philippine travel guide (German language) which can be purchased on Amazon.\u00a0John is the CEO of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philippinen-tours.de\/\"> Philippinen Tours<\/a>, a German tour company which began as a blog in 2009. Today, Philippinen Tours is a leading tour operator offering individualised trips to major destinations in the country.<\/p><p>Favourites include: <a href=\"\/?p=22056\">Romblon<\/a> Islands; Mt Hibok-Hibok in Camiguin and diving with Threshers in Malapascua<\/p><p><strong><img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23947\" src=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/collage-john-travel-phils-1024x220.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"220\" \/><\/strong><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23967\" src=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/bea-profile-falls-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Bea<\/strong> hails from the Philippines but grew up in Australia, so she likes to think of herself as somewhat of an expert on beautiful beaches and the great outdoors. She has travelled the world extensively but keeps returning to the nation of 7,107 islands (or 7,641 depending on who you believe) as there is always much more to explore.<\/p><p>She is a fan of adventure and the underwater world, is an avid scuba and freediver, experienced snorkeler and novice surfer. She has jumped many waterfalls and trekked many trails but likes to balance this with the serious business of testing many hammocks and trying out luxury spas.<\/p><p>Bea loves traditional Filipino food and of course the warm-hearted islanders. She speaks English, Spanish and Tagalog and is currently working to improve her German language skills but fears that life may be too short for this.<\/p><p>Favourite spots include: Kisses Islets, <a href=\"\/?p=16613\">Dinagat<\/a>; Tuminugan Nature Reserve, Bukidnon; Dahican Beach, <a href=\"\/?p=16730\">Mati<\/a><\/p><p><strong><img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23938\" src=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/collage-bea-travel-phils-1024x220.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"220\" \/><\/strong><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23985\" src=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/mel-profile-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Melvin<\/strong> was born and raised in Germany and is currently based in the Southern Visayas. He has travelled the Philippines extensively, with particular interest in the less explored regions of the country. He likes to visit remote areas and get to know the locals and their customs; everything from learning traditional methods of fishing to understanding the nationwide pastime of cockfighting.<\/p><p>He is especially fond of finding interesting ways to travel from one place to another so has been on just about every local mode of transport available, discovering boat, bus or jeepney routes unknown to most tourists.<\/p><p>Mel\u2019s plan is to experience as many of the Philippines' regional festivals as possible and is slowly getting there, one fiesta at a time. In between these adventures, he shares his knowledge and love of the Philippines with our guests by thoughtfully designing one of a kind, tailor-made tours, from affordable beach escapades for families to high-end unforgettable experiences for couples.<\/p><p>Favourite places include: <a href=\"\/?p=22227\">Siquijor<\/a>, Pamilacan island and many spots along the east coast of Mindanao<\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23957\" src=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/collage-mel-travel-phils-1024x220.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"220\" \/><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong><img class=\" wp-image-26584 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/angel.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Angel<\/strong> is from the beautiful island of Bohol, one of our most popular travel destinations. She has worked in the Accounting and Finance field since 2010 and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce with a major in Management Accounting from the University of Cebu, Banilad Campus. When she joined Kapwa Travel, she brought along her 6 years of experience spent as a Financial Controller with responsibilities including audits, taxation, financial reporting and business management. She also brought along her love for travel and for the Philippines. Today she is the engine that keeps our operations running by bringing our creative ideas into practical fruition.<\/p><p>Aside from work and travel, she also enjoys gardening.<\/p><p>Favourite places she has visited in Philippines include Apo Island and Kalanggaman Island.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><img class=\" wp-image-26595 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/april.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><strong>April<\/strong> is from Mactan, Cebu and studied Tourism at the University of San Jose, Recoletos.<br \/>She is in charge of Reservations, liaises with our partner hotels and stays in touch with our suppliers to ensure smooth and enjoyable itineraries for our guests.<br \/>Her bubbly personality and genuine love for travel has made her a valuable addition to the Kapwa team, both in the office and when out meeting guests.<br \/>Although she has traveled extensively through Cebu and Bohol, she is yet to pick a favourite spot. Which probably means she will just have to keep traveling some more. ;)<br \/>April's other interests include reading, writing, cooking and other creative endeavours.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><img class=\"alignright wp-image-26254\" src=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Emmylou-Palacio-Noel-288x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"241\" height=\"251\" \/><strong>Emmylou<\/strong> is one of our freelance tour guides in Bohol. She has 20 years worth of experience in the tourism industry and is passionate about her home province Bohol. Our guests enjoy her tours a lot, since Emmylou is very knowledgeable and loves great customer service.<\/p><p>She is based in Dauis and holds a BSc degree in tourism and an MBA, moreover, she is the current executive director of the Bohol Provincial Tourism Council, a DOT accredited freelance tour guide \/ trainer, and used to be a college professor (tourism & hospitality management) at the Holy Name University.<\/p><p>Further team members are Roqueta, Camilla, Cecile, Jane, Kerstin, Sam, and a few more who will be featured here as soon as they have provided profile pictures and some more information which can take a little bit longer according to the local \"Pinoy time\"...:D<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","content-type":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-29177","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Our Team<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/kapwatravel.com\/au\/our-team\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Our Team\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Our Team John was born and raised in Bavaria to a German father and Filipina mother. 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