Raphaëlle RAMEY

Contributing to local dynamism by offering a new range of tourist attractions

A unique travel concept in the Ain region

Ready for an adventure? Trip Tribu offers you the chance to get behind the wheel of a converted van and discover, for example, the natural park of Haut Jura, the highest point in the Bugey region (the Grand Colombier) or Lake Genin in the Auvergne Rhône Alpes region. Raphaëlle Ramey, the company’s founder, offers fully-equipped 5-seater vans (sleeping 4) for hire, so you can enjoy the great outdoors on your own.

Everything on board is included to make life easier for travellers: insurance, bed linen, end-of-stay cleaning and much more! Customers can choose additional options, such as bike racks, electric bikes, and even road books suggesting routes and must-see sites in the region.

Why Trip Tribu?

Raphaelle imagined Trip Tribu to offer holidaymakers a tailor-made experience, where every detail is thought out to meet the specific needs of each traveller. “We want our customers to experience a hassle-free adventure in the heart of nature, with the comfort of a hotel but the freedom of a road trip. I attach great importance to having them on line to draw up a quote that matches their expectations. Every trip is different, and we make it a point of honour to tailor our services to our customers’ needs”.

A successful launch

After working in communications and gaining experience in commerce, Raphaëlle embarked on this family adventure at the beginning of 2024. With the support of France Active, which enabled her to obtain a bank guarantee and a loan, she was able to finance her first vehicles and start her business with peace of mind. “The guarantee had two major benefits: it meant I didn’t need a personal guarantee, which would have put me at greater risk, and it reassured the bank, which, with the backing of France Active, was confident about my project. My adviser worked with me to put all the tools in place so that I could manage the financial side of my business as well as possible. I’ve also had the support of people close to me who have experience of entrepreneurship.

Tailor-made support with France Active

“Thanks to the workshops and training offered by France Active and the Fabrique des Possibles, Raphaëlle has been able to refine her entrepreneurial approach and benefit from invaluable tools in financial management and marketing. She fits perfectly with the profile of people who have more difficulty accessing bank credit: a young woman, an entrepreneur in a rural area… that’s one of the reasons why France Active was at her side when she set up her business,” explains Franklin Witham, the France Active Ain adviser who supported her.
She shares her story with enthusiasm and encourages other entrepreneurs to take the plunge: “Don’t underestimate the value of a good network. With support and advice, anything is possible,” she says.

A local service with a human touch

Trip Tribu attracts local customers, as well as travellers from other regions or abroad, looking for an immersive and comfortable experience. Whether customers book via the website or contact Raphaëlle by phone, every booking is a moment of sharing. “We don’t want to lose the human touch. I take the time to understand each customer’s expectations to optimise their stay.”

The values of a caring company

As well as offering an environmentally-friendly tourism option, Trip Tribu contributes to the local economy. Raphaëlle has taken on an employee to maintain the vehicles, creating a job in the region. In addition, she is committed to facilitating tourism in the Ain, a region of varied landscapes and natural riches, from its mountains to its lakes.

Today, Trip Tribu continues to grow and plans to extend its range with other leisure vehicles. The future is bright, and Raphaëlle is ready to take on new challenges to make Trip Tribu a benchmark for tourism in her region.