Evan Kilgore holds a fine arts degree in musical theatre and has worked as a freelance actor, singer and recording artist. While he was a student, he had the opportunity to take school trips to Europe, where he developed a
San Francisco to Yosemite Heading to Yosemite National Park was definitely an adventure in itself. Winding up the foothills to the entrance, my anticipation was at an all time high, and I was thrilled to get to experience such a
There’s much more to being a Motorcoach Driver than driving a Motorcoach. Every Driver plays a vital role in the overall success of a Group Tour. Their professionalism, attitude, and critical thinking abilities are essential to ensuring that every Tour
Travel is the greatest teacher in the world. The people-to-people connection is what travel is all about. Travel creates global bonds that dwarf geographic distances and cultural differences. Each time your travel you weave a thread in a larger world
Featured article in calculatedtraveller.com by Michael Soncina, ITMI Alumni and all around amazing writer and world citizen! ARIZONA: THE LAND OF COWBOYS, MEXICAN FOOD AND THE GREAT AMERICAN ROAD TRIP! It may be a strange place for a Canadian to end up
Article from Prime Women Magazine, Author Debbie Franks Tour Directing and Guiding: I’ve just returned from a five-day work conference. This annual event included breakout sessions, keynote speakers, and workshops on best practices and current developments in the industry, along with interviews
Lexie Kunkel, ITMI Alumni 2014 Tour guiding and tour directing are professions that attract a wide range of personality types. Artists, actors, musicians, writers, scientists, and historians are among those who gravitate toward this exciting and challenging career path. Despite
Sometimes hard workers are forced to reinvent themselves due to circumstances beyond their control. A job layoff can be emotionally and financially devastating. Often it has little to do with an employee’s talents or true value, but is instead a
Over-the-road tours lead to some of the most exhilarating, eye-opening experiences a tour director can have. They’re one of the most glamorized parts of the profession, and for good reason. They symbolize the spirit of exploration that inspired so many
Despite their different backgrounds and personalities, tour guides and tour directors share a number of skills and traits. They are the elements that draw them to this exciting career path and keep them on it for the long haul. The
