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Henriette Vestergaard Balle \u2013 Behind Pintrip<\/strong><\/p>\n

Henriette Vestergaard Balle is the founder of Pintrip and a visionary entrepreneur with a strong passion for authentic travel experiences. With solid experience in the travel industry, Henriette has always had a deep understanding of what makes a journey memorable \u2013 the encounters with people, local culture, and those small, unique moments.<\/p>\n

Through her travels with her family, where she was introduced to the French concept of France Passion<\/strong><\/a>, Henriette found the inspiration to create Pintrip. The experiences of traveling by motorhome and visiting local hosts ignited her desire to establish a similar concept in Denmark. In the autumn of 2018, Henriette took a leave of absence from her job as a medical secretary to pursue her dream of creating Pintrip. With dedication and hard work, she was able to present the finished product just six months later \u2013 a unique travel guide that opened the doors to authentic experiences for motorhome travelers in Denmark. The 184 hosts that formed the foundation of Pintrip in 2019 have since grown to 300.<\/p>\n

Together with a group of dedicated ambassadors and carefully selected hosts, Henriette has created a travel platform built on community, hospitality, and quality. Pintrip is much more than just a travel guide \u2013 it is an invitation to experience the real Denmark and create lifelong memories.<\/p>\n

Henriette is 49 years old and lives in Salling with her three sons. In her spare time, she loves running, winter swimming, and reading \u2013 activities that provide her with both energy and peace. Henriette is also an avid traveler who enjoys exploring both Denmark and abroad. She previously owned an old VW T3, and her dream now is to buy a newer motorhome so she can embark on even more adventures with her family.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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