Meet Your Guide

A Global Journey

Fábio embodies cultural connection. Born in Brazil to Italian and Portuguese parents, he studied Business Administration before embarking on an international journey that shaped his worldview. After earning his Master's in Marketing from the University of Barcelona (where he lived for six years), his professional path took him through sales management and motivational consulting until meeting his wife Johnna in Belgium.

Their life together has spanned continents:
• Welcomed their first daughter in St. Petersburg, Florida
• Lived in Japan, where their second daughter was born in Yokohama
• Now rooted in Collonges-au-Mont-d'Or, France

Language & Learning

Fluent in five languages (English, French, Portuguese, Italian, Spanish) with conversational Japanese (JLPT N4 level), Fábio's academic passions focus on:
✓ The Roman Empire and its Mediterranean legacy
✓ European Historical Geography and cultural exchange
✓ Early Church History and its spiritual traditions

Building Community Bridges

Through grassroots initiatives in Lyon, Fábio and Johnna engage 200–300 people weekly across interconnected programs:

☕ Weekly Community Coffee Shop
Every Tuesday, this vibrant hub brings together locals, foreigners, and newcomers—a space where friendships form over shared stories and cultural traditions.

🌍 Cultural Events & Partnerships
Collaborating with nonprofits, NGOs, and local organizations, they host:
✓ Multilingual, Cross-cultural dialogues and Cultural events, including refugee support initiatives (representing 80+ nationalities)

🏛️ Historical Walking Tours
Interactive journeys through Lyon's Roman roots and Christian heritage, revealing how the past shapes inclusive communities today.

History Walks & Cultural Experiences

"From Lyon's Cafés to Civilization's Footsteps"

Based in Lyon, Fábio offers:

🚶‍♂️ Local Walking Tours (Lyon)
• Easily bookable Roman & Christian history tours
• Customizable routes based on your interests
• Available weekly (schedule dependent)

🌍 International Projects & Tours
• Limited engagements outside Lyon (subject to availability)
• Requires advance coordination
• Combines historical insight with cultural immersion

Why Book?

This isn't just about coffee or monuments - it's a journey through the layers of civilization where every street has a story.

How to Arrange:

📅 For Lyon tours: Flexible scheduling, typically 1-2 weeks' notice
🛫 For international work: Contact to align calendars (+3 months ideal)
✉️ Email Fábio to discuss:
• Your historical/cultural focus
• Preferred dates
• Group size and objectives