Laila Stock
Product & Marketing Manager
Since I was a little child, I have been lucky enough to travel to the Orient again and again. Since 2024, I can also live out my passion for this region in my professional life at Take Memories, and I am always excited to inspire people with my enthusiasm for the Gulf region. I hope to soon be able to excite you for these beautiful destinations and look forward to hearing from you!
The oriental cultures continually show me that true innovation arises from diversity – where differences do not divide but enrich. The Orient is pure diversity, and therein lies its power to inspire and connect.
My most unforgettable trip
Egypt
My travels through Egypt have impressively shown me how diverse this country is: the dynamic metropolis of Cairo, the varied landscapes along the Nile, and not to forget the impressive tombs in Luxor. Contrary to my expectation that cruises appeal more to an older audience, I was particularly impressed by the innovation taking place on the Nile - from modern ships to progressive guides to private luxury experiences away from the well-known cruise stops. Egypt has a lot in store for the coming years!
EgyptOn my bucket list
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is at the top of my bucket list! I am particularly fascinated by AlUla with its millennia-old history and the untouched beauty of The Red Sea, which I can hardly truly imagine except through pictures. Since the opening to visitors, Medina has also captivated me – the combination of cultural depth, spiritual significance, and newly accessible impressions makes the kingdom an exceptionally appealing travel destination that I hope to discover with my own eyes soon.
Saudi ArabiaExperience & background
My enthusiasm for traveling has accompanied me since I can remember – actually, even since my birth. At just three months old, I embarked on my first long-distance trip to India with my travel-loving family. Numerous other trips through Asia, the Orient, Africa, and Central America followed. The Orient has particularly fascinated me from the very beginning. The captivating combination of vibrant traditions, impressive architecture, and extraordinary hospitality continues to inspire me time and again.
Against this background, my decision was close at hand to start training as a tourism clerk with a tour operator after graduating from high school. After successfully completing my training, I decided at the beginning of the Corona pandemic to pursue a part-time degree in business administration. At the same time, my professional focus increasingly developed towards the Orient and Asia, particularly in the luxury travel segment. The opportunity to create unique travel experiences in these fascinating regions and to pass on my own enthusiasm still fulfills me today.
Since 2024, I have been part of the Take Memories team, responsible for the areas of product management and marketing. At the same time, I am completing a master's program in Business Consulting & Digital Management.
Personal life
My passion for traveling and discovering foreign cultures shapes not only my profession but also my private life. In particular, the Orient continues to fascinate me time and again. I love strolling through souks, learning about the diversity of regional traditions, conversing with people, and discovering the special stories behind a travel destination.
With great enthusiasm, I am dedicated to creating authentic travel experiences – both for myself and for our customers. The curiosity for new places and cultures ensures that my bucket list keeps growing. New destinations in the Orient are still waiting to be discovered by me. I would love to embark on my next trip tomorrow – just as I diligently work through my to-do lists with passion in my professional life and prefer to be on the go rather than resting.
See where I've traveled
Dubai
Either you love it or you don’t - for me, it has felt like my home away from home since childhood, and the dynamism of the metropolis continues to inspire me time and again.Dubai
Morocco
Morocco is a mosaic of colors, scents, and traditions - you won't find a feeling of 1,001 nights anywhere else. Whether with my family or for work, each stay offers new facets.Morocco
Qatar
The perfect example that tradition does not exclude innovation. Qatar is modern yet authentically oriental. And it is above all incredibly warm-hearted!Qatar
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