Embodying the spirit of adventure and the wisdom of investment for those who aspire to influence.
Founded by seasoned travelers who seized the opportunity to transform their passion into a thriving real estate venture.
WHAT WE DO:
AP Destinations combines the thrill of adventure with savvy investment for those looking to make an impact. Founded by experienced travelers who turned their passion into a successful real estate venture, we focus on finding top short-term rental properties that offer both strong returns and unforgettable memories. Our company is dedicated to guiding investors through the real estate market with thorough research, careful risk management, and detailed analysis. Embark on a rewarding journey of owning and sharing outstanding properties with other travelers.
Founder’s Story
Alexander Albi and Joseph Piccinini, childhood friends from Baltimore, MD, share a remarkable journey of friendship and entrepreneurship. They began their careers working together at a Greek-American restaurant, where they honed essential skills in communication, sales, and leadership.
After high school, instead of pursuing traditional education, Alex and Joe set off on a European adventure with a shoestring budget. They embraced travel luxuries by economizing on food, using a loaf of bread and Nutella as sustenance to save for museum tickets and wine. This journey through Italy, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands provided them with new perspectives into travel and value, strengthening their lifelong friendship and laying the groundwork for AP Destination Rentals.
A decade later, they embarked on a month-long trip to Nepal. They spent three weeks working on a farm with a local family learning about rural life. Their final week was spent hiking in the Himalayas and visiting Mount Everest. This adventure solidified their shared vision of building a real estate portfolio, leading to the founding of AP Destination Rentals.
Alexander Albi
Alex is an avid traveler, dedicated husband, and supportive son. His career in hospitality has led him to a key role at Bourbon Steak Nashville, an award-winning restaurant. In 2018, Alex moved from Baltimore with his then-girlfriend (now wife) Ellie to join the opening team for a new Mina Group restaurant in downtown Nashville. Recognizing the importance of core values, he focused on building a supportive team environment, believing that while skills and knowledge can be taught, the right attitude is essential for success.
As one of two lead servers, Alex played a crucial role in developing and implementing the restaurant’s training program and guiding new team members. Bourbon Steak Nashville has become the top-performing restaurant in the Mina Group's portfolio, both financially and in reviews, and Alex is proud of his contributions to its success.
Transitioning naturally from hospitality, Alex now creates and operates boutique short-term rentals. He applies similar core values—design, details, and dependability—to create exceptional guest experiences. His strong leadership skills have been instrumental in managing the complexities of real estate development. Alex owns a real estate portfolio that includes one in Costa Rica, four properties in Nashville, and one in Rhode Island.
Joseph Piccinini
Joseph Piccinini is a dedicated non-profit volunteer, results-driven business development manager at a software company, and a top-performing submarine officer in the U.S. Navy Reserves. After earning a mechanical engineering degree from the University of Maryland, College Park, he was commissioned into the Navy and certified as a Professional Nuclear Engineer by the Department of Energy.
While serving on the USS Louisville, a nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine, Joseph excelled in mission planning and daily operations for a 140-person crew. His outstanding performance led to his selection by the admiral of the Undersea Warfighting Development Center to establish an elite warfare group for training the submarine force, where he helped develop new tactics, advance technology, and train thousands of submariners.
After his naval service, Joseph launched a business development team at a software company in Arlington, VA, where he restructured marketing, sales, and technical operations, resulting in a revenue increase of over $30M in just two years.
Leveraging his leadership, negotiation skills, and engineering expertise, Joseph has also invested in real estate. He owns one in Hawaii, two properties in Rhode Island, and one in Nashville.
Our Mission
>> Using expert knowledge, we guide travelers, investors, and military members to quickly learn how to effectively purchase, design, build, and operate short-term rentals while avoiding costly mistakes.
>> Create unforgettable experiences for travelers by designing truly captivating properties and area guides. Use short-term rentals to boost tourism and enhance communities through economic development.
>> Deliver immense value by bringing joy to our guests and strong returns on investment to our entrepreneurs.
Our Values
We are in the endless pursuit to capture the essence of humanity and the allure of learning through exciting experiences. Creating this type of joy leads to high profits and strong returns on investment.
VALUE IS OUR CORE PRINCIPLE
JOY=VALUE=RETURN ON INVESTMENT
We’re not a quick-fix scheme for getting rich with short-term rentals. Our goal is to build solid, long-term real estate investments. Like Warren Buffet, we believe that holding high-performing assets over time is the best way to build substantial wealth.
Ready to make an impact & invest in properties that inspire?
Contact us today to start your journey toward financial success.