Vanessa Drigo

A dual Swiss and Italian citizen, Vanessa Drigo grew up in French-speaking Switzerland, spending summers in her father’s homeland, Italy. As a young adult, she moved to California, where she lived for 17 years, splitting her summers between the U.S. and northern Italy, where she raced mountain bikes. Later, she relocated to Colombia, settling in a coffee-growing region surrounded by lush hills and mountains, a dream for climbing enthusiasts.

Vanessa has been biking “forever,” starting with commuting—racing to catch her train to work—and later for fun and travel. Her passion for racing came from her father, who began mountain bike racing in Italy in his 60s. “Mountain bike or road, it doesn’t matter as long as I’m having fun on trails, traveling, or racing,” she says. Cycling trips with her father remain some of her most cherished experiences.

Vanessa loves helping guests connect with and appreciate new cultures. Her favorite cycling destinations include the Dolomites, Provence, and the mountains of Colombia.