Professional Tour Management Training

08/29/2026

08/27/2026

I led American tour groups throughout the Soviet Union during the 1980s. The USSR photographs in this Short are my own photos from Moscow and Leningrad at the time.

This is a firsthand True Travel Story about what I saw under Soviet communism — and what local guides shared with me privately.

Watch the full story in the Related Video below.
https://youtu.be/OaPIj3bv81w

07/17/2026

After more than 30 years as a Tour Director, I can honestly say I still love what I do. 🌍✈️

Every destination has taught me something, and every group has left me with memories I'll never forget.

If you've ever wondered what it's really like to lead tours around the world, I hope you enjoy this short video.

07/02/2026

One of my favorite travel memories...

After decades of leading tours around the world, I've collected more stories than I could ever count. I decided it was finally time to start sharing a few of them.

This first story takes us back to one of my earliest tours to China, when an airline lost the luggage of a very tall gentleman in my group. What happened next involved an entire department store, lots of laughter, and a memory none of us ever forgot.

I'd love to hear from you...

What's one travel memory you'll never forget? It could be funny, unexpected, or simply unforgettable. Share it in the comments—I really do enjoy reading travel stories!

If you enjoy travel, behind-the-scenes experiences, and stories from a lifetime in the travel industry, I'd love to have you follow along. More stories are on the way.

04/26/2026

Working in Huntington Beach today.

One of the best parts of our job isn't the location...it's the people we work with. Long days, lots going on behind the scenes...and plenty of laughs along the way.

This is the real Tour Director life..
busy, fun, and always something new.

Pam and I have worked together for years... and we always find something to laugh about. 😃 ❤️

04/05/2026

Can you actually make a good income as a tour director?
The answer might surprise you…

12/18/2025

The people and the places really are the best part of this career.

A holiday cruise in Newport Harbor with fellow tour directors — celebrating the season, sharing a moment together, and appreciating the beauty around us.

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Hanukkah.

12/14/2025

We coordinate high-end groups at luxury resorts.
Arrivals. Transportation. Events. Tours.

Everything runs flawlessly when guests arrive.

And before guests arrive? We howl at the moon. 😂

After 30+ years training tour directors, here’s what I know:
the best professionals are confident enough to run perfect programs —
and human enough to have fun with their team.

This is what tour directing really looks like behind the scenes.

🎥 Watch the video below.

12/09/2025

I got to work early last night... just so I could catch this sunset. 🌅

After 30+ years as a tour director along the California coast, I still plan my schedule around moments like this.

You know you've found the right career when showing up early doesn't feel like work - it feels like a gift.

Not every day is perfect (last week only 3 out of 70 guests showed up due to weather! 😂), but when your office looks like THIS, even the challenging days are worth it.

If you're thinking about a career change in 2025, here's my best advice:

Find work that makes you WANT to arrive early.

Life's too short to dread Monday mornings. ❤️

What would make YOU want to show up early to work? Drop a comment! 👇