HI! LUCIA & Roberto here.

Two photographers, two educators, one shared way of seeing the world.

Roberto has spent more than 30 years sharing the language of photography. He runs his school in Miami, where he lives, and travels often to Caracas, where RMTF never stops teaching. Lucia is a is a photographer and designer in Cologne, where her work moves between making images and shaping them, from shooting to editing photo projects.

We both work at Doublepage, and we both build our lives around making images and sharing what we know with other photographers.

What we have most in common is curiosity, it's what pushes us to travel, meet people, and connect worlds. (We also both eat artichokes, with notably different enthusiasm.)

We create photography travel experiences because we want to share the world with other photographers. Roadtrip, ETC. is the name for our travels and the invitation to join us.

ROADTRIP, ETC.

ROADTRIP, ETC.

"Roadtrip, etc.: Curated Experiences for Curious Photographers. Created by Lucia Marcano & Roberto Mata to share new latitudes and awaken the photographic instinct"

ROADS TO NOWHERE / 2020

green coast / oct. 2022

“TRAVEL LOG:

HOW IT ALL STARTED”

paris photo / nov. 2022

MAD - KÖLN / NOV. 2021

OUR TRAVEL LOG:

  • The journey is the excuse, but it's Also life

  • TRAVEL WITHOUT FEAR, FOLLOW THE IMPULSE

  • THE PATH IS THE CHOICE, AND THE CAMERA OUR TOOL FOR COMMUNICATION

  • LET'S GO TOGETHER TO PLACES WHERE WE UNDERSTAND NOTHING TO BEGIN UNDERSTANDING OURSELVES

  • CLOSE YOUR EYES. BELIEVE YOU CAN. AND DO IT. WHATEVER YOU WANT, BUT DO IT

  • FEEL YOUR HEARTBEAT RACE AND DON'T TRY TO STOP IT

  • LET'S SEEK SURPRISES, GET LOST TOGETHER, WANDER UNTIL WERE DIZZY, AND IN THAT PRECISE MOMENT OF VISUAL INTOXICATION, LET'S JUST BE

  • THE PHOTOS WILL COME FROM WHERE THEY NEED TO, BECAUSE THAT'S WHY WE'RE HERE

  • welcome to road trip, etc.: see you down the road

IS THIS FOR YOU?

Being still in one place makes us rigid. Moving and facing other realities makes us see the normal as new. It is in that moment when the opportunity arises, and for those who use cameras to tell stories, that’s where the tasty bit is.

The invitation: I’m looking for travel companions, for people who are curious and sensitive with the camera, and who want to discover new landscapes while going deep into photography from different approaches. Photo enthusiasts and professional photographers are equally welcome, as we are prepared to support you in the technical or conceptual aspects you want to work on at this moment.

I’ve put all of my previous professional experiences in use to organize photographic trips centered on movement, discovery and learning. It’s a 360° experience that is not based on the destination, but in the search for the photographic opportunity. Attention to detail is our DNA as a brand.

ROADTRIP, ETC. PRINCIPLES:

  • The camera creates an inevitable distance between the photographer and the subject. We believe in the power of group activities to ignite the creative process and accelerate your learning path. We also know, how important it is to get to know new people who share a passion for the image.

  • We are no Caribbean resort, but we take care of all the planning and logistics to create experiences where your only focus has to be on discovering, learning and enjoying. We put a lot of energy into creating interesting routes, finding singular lodging and paying special attention to food as a cultural treat of the places we visit.

    It´s not "All-inclusive", but... almost.

  • Photo opportunity lies everywhere, even on your way to the restroom. I know that for a fact. Our trips are camera-in-hand experiences with constant support available for you. I love teaching online workshops, but every now and then the onsite is a must. This is an onsite workshop, on steroids: 24 hours a day (almost, we also sleep).

    Apart from the support while taking photos, I will conduct reviews and critique sessions during the trip so we can work on your results the next day. A final editing session will be held as part of the experience.

  • Well, what can I say? I believe less and less in photos on hard drives. Photos aren't real until we can hold them on paper.

    Therefore, you will receive a final publication with the work of all of the participants of the trip. Fully edited, designed and produced for you to enjoy.

UPCOMING EXPERIENCES

New collection

Our next three experiences are here and they’re more than trips. We’ve designed them as a collection. One you’ll want to complete.
Collect visual stories. Collect memories. Collect stamps in your Roadtrip, Etc. passport. And collect Wayfarer, our collective printed publication born from every photographic trip.
This story is being written trip by trip. And we want you to be part of it.

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Japan II March 2027 /Early Bird price
€100.00

Japan — March 2027

More than a trip, this is a photographic journey designed for curious photographers who want to experience Japan beyond its iconic landmarks.

For nine days, we'll travel through Tokyo, Kyoto, and the Japanese countryside, combining daily photography assignments, guided photo walks, image reviews, and editing sessions with the discovery of one of the world's most fascinating cultures.

RoadTrip, Etc. is built around small groups, thoughtfully designed itineraries, and the belief that travel is an opportunity to slow down, observe, and develop a deeper photographic vision. Whether you're an enthusiastic amateur or an experienced photographer, you'll receive continuous guidance throughout the experience.

You'll return home with stronger photographs, new friendships, and a deeper connection to the places you've experienced.

Travel is the excuse.

Photography is the language.

What you'll really bring home is a different way of seeing.

Early Bird - Price

What you pay now is a €100 reservation fee to secure your spot. Once confirmed, our logistics provider, Mundo Amigo, will contact you to confirm your reservation and arrange the remaining payments with you directly.

If you have any questions, feel free to write to us at: roadtrip_etc@luciamarcano.com

Single payment - 7800€
3 Monthly installments - 2600€
Check all the prices conditions here

japan : march 2026

SPAIN / FRANCE : OCT.2025

What People Are Saying

“This trip was the therapy I didn’t know I needed this year. Beyond photography, it shifted something inside me. It slowed me down, made me more present, and reminded me why I travel and why I make images in the first place.”

— Rodolfo Romero

“Traveling with you always enriches me deeply. It’s never just about the destination, but about the way we look together, the conversations we have, and the space you create for reflection. I leave each trip changed, creatively and personally.”

— Nieves Peñas Herrero

“My gratitude to the Roadtrip team for the care and planning behind every detail. The rhythm, the guidance, the atmosphere. You feel supported the entire time, but never constrained.”

— María Elena Velázquez

“Thank you for the dedication, the companionship, and the professionalism. You can feel when a journey is built with intention. Nothing felt random. Everything had meaning, and that makes a difference.”

— Omar Mattar

“Even the parts of the trip that could have felt like logistics or structure never felt forced. Everything flowed naturally. There was a sense of coherence that made the whole experience feel thoughtful and genuine.”

— Alfredo Suels