Our Team

Travels with Friends LLC began in 2001 as a dream, but has flourished as a result of satisfied clients and growing demand. Travels with Friends is a LLC. The Private Guides in Europe web site was created in 2006 to better serve our clients. If there is one thing we all share, it is passion for Europe and a strong desire to offer the best private tours possible. You can visit our original site to see what else we offer by clicking our crest in the left hand column.

Steven Hurley is the founder of Travels with Friends LLC.  He was a key Travel Consultant at a multi-state full-service travel agency prior to starting Travels with Friends. He has earned the CTA -Certified Travel Associate designation, as well as France Destination Specialist, Bavarian Ambassador and Portugal Specialist. 

Steven is the majority owner and President of Travels with Friends.  He writes the web site, coordinates local tour operators and vendors to provide tours and sets the vision for the future of the company.

Ken Diaz became a partner and investor in Travels with Friends LLC in 2007.  Working closely with clients to arrange group tours, he is responsible for many administrative responsibilities and brings over 20 years of experience in superior customer service and client management.  

Roger Tinsman is the co-founder of Travels with Friends LLC and he is responsible primarily for web graphic design including photos, logos and text editing. He has been traveling to Europe since 1973 when he attended school in Friedrichshafen, Germany, and then spent a year traveling the Continent. Roger and Steven have been traveling to Europe together for over 20 years and combined have visited 23 countries during their 60+ trips.