About Us
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Group Getaways is a leading provider of personalized group travel, specializing in tailor-made themed and city tours worldwide. Based in Zurich, our AI-powered platform tracks global trends to quickly launch tours with our local partners.
Since our inception, we’ve transformed group travel by combining technology with a trusted network of local partners. We create customized itineraries for friend groups, corporate retreats, and special interest tours, ensuring every journey fits your group’s interests, size, and schedule.
Whether for luxury escapes, cultural adventures, or wellness retreats, Group Getaways makes group travel effortless and memorable. Our streamlined planning and dedication to quality deliver exceptional experiences that inspire lasting memories.
Meet the Getaways Team
Nathan Riddle
Account Manager
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Nathan Riddle is a seasoned Account Manager at Group Getaways, committed to advise travel groups to build unforgettable and well-structured getaways worldwide.
Through his experience as tour guide, in tech and finance industries from his time at Uber and Morgan Stanley, Nathan offers a deep understanding of the needs of modern travellers, institutional travel setups and group leads.
Baris Öztürk
Partner
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Baris Öztürk is Partner at Group Getaways, contributing to the company’s growth through strategic advisory and innovative solutions.
He plays a vital role in shaping the company’s vision and expanding its impact in the group travel industry.
With over 15 years of experience in banking and digital transformation, Baris brings extensive expertise in managing complex projects and driving business innovation. His background includes leading major digital and transformation initiatives at Credit Suisse and co-founding Business Titans, which specializes in consulting for digital, retail, and hospitality businesses.
Stefan Fritzemeier
Travel Advisor
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Stefan Fritzemeier is the Travel Advisor at Group Getaways, specializing in creating personalized and digitally enhanced travel experiences for group clients.
With 14 years of expertise in the travel industry, product management, and software development, Stefan brings a unique blend of technical and luxury travel advisory skills.
He leverages his deep knowledge of digital travel trends and luxury client expectations to design memorable, trend-driven itineraries that meet the specific needs of each group. Stefan’s background includes roles at Swiss, Zhlke, and Bexio, contributing to his expertise in combining technology and high-end travel service.
Riccardo Barcolari
Partnership Manager
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Riccardo Barcolari is the Partnership Manager at Group Getaways, dedicated to forging and nurturing strategic alliances across the travel and hospitality industry.
He plays a key role in building a robust network of hotel, destination, and experiential partners to curate unique and memorable group travel experiences.
With over 10 years of experience in business development and investor relations, Riccardo combines strategic insight and relationship-building expertise to enhance Group Getaways’ offerings and deliver exceptional value to clients seeking tailored group travel solutions.
Dorukhan Aras
Partner
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Dorukhan Aras is a Partner at Group Getaways, playing a key role in driving strategic growth and advisory services.
He has been instrumental in positioning the company as a preferred choice for family offices and international operators in the group travel and hospitality sectors.
With over 10 years of experience in finance and real estate, Dorukhan combines deep analytical expertise from his time at HSBC, Credit Suisse, and Société Générale with a strong background in international relations.
His academic achievements include a MA with Distinction from the University of Leicester and specialized hotel real estate investment certification from Cornell University.
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