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Katia Recine

Katia Recine

Company: XPeaks

Designation: CDO and Co-Founder

Country: Europe

Katia Recine, CDO and Co-Founder at XPeaks | Art Director and Brand Designer, has always believed that the world is more than just the place she was born. Her curiosity and passion for cultural exploration led her to embark on her first international experience as an Au Pair in Ireland, a journey that sparked a lifelong pursuit of discovering new landscapes, traditions, and perspectives. It was then she realized: the world is not just different, it is beautifully different.

As she continued her travels, connecting with people from diverse backgrounds, she found that while friendships and experiences are easy to create, they can be difficult to maintain. The demands of adulthood often pull us away from life’s simplest joys, spontaneous adventures, reconnecting with old friends, or even a peaceful walk in nature.

This realization inspired XPeaks: a place where adventure, friendship, and nature meet. Unlike traditional travel experiences, XPeaks isn’t just about checking off a bucket-list destination; it’s about discovering places that leave a lasting mark on your heart—because you’ve experienced them as a local, not just a tourist. Each journey is thoughtfully curated with the help of local friends, ensuring deeply immersive and culturally enriching experiences.

As a graphic designer, Katia has always been fascinated by how design simplifies complexity and tells stories visually. In many ways, travel does the same, bridging cultures, creating understanding, and shaping perspectives through lived experiences.

At XPeaks, adventure isn’t just about seeing the world, it’s about truly experiencing it, forming meaningful connections, and embracing life beyond the everyday. Because in the end, the best trips aren’t just about where you go but about the memories you create and the feeling of truly belonging, wherever you are.

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