Get Ian to Italy – A birthday surprise! 🌍✈️🇮🇹

by Tia and Lewis in Rochester, England, United Kingdom

Get Ian to Italy – A birthday surprise! 🌍✈️🇮🇹

Total raised £1,588

£1,000 target 30 days left
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Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 17th March 2025 at 11:17am

Our beloved guide and friend, Ian, has never travelled abroad—this birthday surprise will help make his dream of visiting Italy a reality!

by Tia and Lewis in Rochester, England, United Kingdom

If you’ve had the joy of meeting Ian, you’ll know he’s more than just an incredible Sri Lankan tour guide—he’s the heart and soul of every trip. With his infectious energy, hilarious one-liners, and his quirky ‘Ian-isms,’ he has a way of making every traveller feel like family. Whether he’s showing off his killer dance moves, introducing you to the wonders of wood apple juice, or making you laugh with his unexpected phrases, Ian can’t help but leave an unforgettable mark on everyone he meets.
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But, as many of you know, despite spending his days welcoming people from all over the world, Ian has never left Sri Lanka. He dreams of stepping onto a plane for the first time and exploring Italy, specifically Rome, a city that he has his heart set on. He comes from Negombo, also known as ‘Little Rome,’ and now we want to help him experience the real thing!

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So, as a surprise for his birthday, we’ve set up this fund to help Ian make his dream a reality. We’re starting with a £1000 goal, but the more we raise, the more he can truly experience everything Italy has to offer—from the Colosseum to the cobbled streets, and of course, swapping rice and curry for as much pizza as he can eat!

1738576413_1738576411252.jpegIan has touched so many hearts, and this is our chance to give back to someone who gives so much joy to others. If you’ve ever laughed at one of his jokes, been moved by his kindness, or just want to be part of making a dream come true—this is for him. Let’s get Ian on that plane!

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Every contribution, big or small, will help bring him one step closer to Italy. Thank you for being part of this special journey ❤️

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Grazie mille & happy birthday, Ian! 🇮🇹🎉

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