European Tour Company ‘Can You Handle It? Tours’ Celebrates 15 Years of Unconventional Sightseeing
Today, October 15, 2025, Can You Handle It? Tours (CYHIT) is marking 15 years of offering unique, interactive walking tours across Europe, providing an alternative to traditional guided experiences.
Founded in 2010 by Brooklyn-born Kai Angelet, CYHIT operates in cities including Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, and Cologne, blending historical insight with humor and storytelling. The company distinguishes itself through a donation-based model for public tours and modestly priced private options, aiming for accessibility while maintaining sustainability. This approach has resonated with travelers seeking more immersive cultural experiences, a growing trend in the tourism sector.
CYHIT’s tours range in theme, from the popular “Rude Bastards Tour” – known for its comedic approach to history – to more somber explorations like “Never Again,” which focuses on the history of concentration camps. All tours are conducted on foot, encouraging direct engagement with the cities and their stories. “I share information the way I’d want it shared with me,” says Angelet. “Our tours are laid back, fun, but still meaningful. We aim to educate without it feeling like a lecture.” The company utilizes a franchise-like model, empowering local operators to maintain CYHIT’s standards across Europe; learn more about the global tourism landscape at the World Tourism Organization website.
Angelet, a first-generation American of Puerto Rican descent, credits his own dissatisfaction with traditional education as a driving force behind CYHIT’s approach. He hopes to expand the company’s reach to additional European cities, continuing to offer a distinctive and engaging travel experience. CYHIT’s success demonstrates the increasing demand for authentic and locally-focused tourism, as highlighted in recent Statista reports on European tourism.
Angelet stated the company will continue to seek out local franchisees who share his vision for delivering unique and memorable tours.
