Tom Finizio
President |
My love of travel empowered me to
start Straight A Tours nearly 30 years ago. Since
then, it has grown into one of the largest and
most well respected tour operators for student
groups in the country. I am proud of our association
with our vendors, attractions, hotels, and cruise
lines. These relationships allow us to provide
you with an outstanding valuable experience, from
every aspect. We look forward to servicing your
group in the very near future and keeping our tradition
of receiving “Straight A's” from you!!
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Michael Holladay
General Manager |
I am happy to be a part of such a well-respected company and to be able
to work with such a talented team of individuals. My 5 years experience
as a high school band director has afforded me the knowledge to know
what is expected of performing groups. My fellow coworkers share the
same love of students that I have and desire to provide them with
outstanding experiences. With 9 years of experience here at
Straight A Tours, I can attest that by traveling with us, you will be
afforded the utmost quality, care, and value in the industry.
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Dr. Allen Beck
Festivals at Sea Executive Diretor |
With the pleasure of having four years as Executive Director for this program I have engaged
over 150 adjudicators. We have worked with internationally known band, orchestra and choral
conductors and educators who tell us the combination of fun and education provided by Festivals at
Sea is an unbeatable duo; it is an event that the students will remember for many years. These
directors have been especially pleased with adjudicators like Elliot Del Borgo, Jim Curnow, Drs.
Jerry Junkin, Paula Holcomb, John Wakefield, Robert Harris, James Bankhead, and Anna Hamre. We too
believe you will be pleased with your encounter onboard one of our cruises, and that your students
will advance musically with the experience. I can think of no better enjoyable way to reward your
students and expose them to the world's finest musicians and educators at the same time.
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Chris Cariotto
Cruise Department Manager
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Traveling, to me, is one of the greatest ways
that a person can spend their time and money.
Great memories and friendships are made while
traveling in groups, and it is my pleasure to
assist you with planning an exciting cruise vacation.
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 Dwight
Behr
Travel Consultant
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Jason Giem
Air Travel Manager |
Traveling by air can be a stressful experience.
“What airline should I choose?” “What
flight times will offer a better airfare?”
“What do all these rules and regulations
mean?” I am here to facilitate your group’s
air to be accurate, maintained, and stress free
for you. With my experience of over 10 years in
the travel industry, I have the knowledge and
ability to provide the best possible fare and
itinerary for your group’s needs. You will
spend more time planning what to do on your tour
and less time planning and organizing getting
there with Straight A Tours! |
Keith White
Travel Consultant
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worked in hospitality for the past 7 years, I know how important the
quality of service is. As your travel consultant, I will be available
every step of the way, providing you with the most up to date
information from start to finish. I will take the time to ensure the
safety of your students and provide opportunities available at a cost
families can afford. Travel is one of the best investments one
can make in their lifetime. I am so excited to be a part of creating
these unforgettable experiences for our younger generations. With our
amazing team here at Straight A Tours, we will accommodate all of your
trips needs down to the very last detail! |
Brad Pollett
Travel Consultant | Having
worked in travel and hospitality for over fifteen years, I strongly
believe travel is an important part of the education and development of
young people. New locales, people and cultures can challenge, expand
and strengthen the knowledge and values that students learn in their
usual environment. I am glad to be a part of Straight A Tours, where we
offer many memorable, fun and safe opportunities to introduce young
people to a larger world. |
Marcia Winnegar
Travel Consultant |
After 8 years with Straight A Tours I look forward to each new school
year and creating exciting and rewarding trips for our students groups.
Whether it is a performing group or a graduating class, I take great
pride in putting together a trip that will be remembered for the rest
of their lives. |
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Victoria Krause
Travel Coordinator
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As
a recent graduate from UCF, I still consider myself a student. As a
student I know what other students want out of a field trip and with
this knowledge I will assist your travel consultant plan the most
memorable field trip ever!
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Stephanie Celtrick
Travel Coordinator | My
goal as a "global traveler" myself, is to provide students with
experiences and memories, in the way that I have been fortunate enough
to do so during my time as a collegiate student. In my opinion,
traveling gives one a new sense of respect for people, change, and
simply the world in general. I am confident that I can assist in
coordinating student trips and provide young travelers with a fun,
exciting, and often life changing experience. After working with
Straight A tours your students might develop a severe "travel bug"
themselves. |
Melissa Jean
Travel Coordinator | TBA |
