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CANADA
Ontario & Quebec
“We owe you a great deal for preparing and organizing the perfect trip for us. It was the basis for a wonderful experience in a far-away, unknown country. The students have been excitedly talking about all their adventures since our return.”
Dr. Michael Puritscher, Akademisches Gymnasium, Innsbruck, Austria

Ontario / Quebec
"I would enthusiastically recommend Ellison Tours to any performing ensemble without reservation. Their professionalism, courtesy, knowledge of the specific needs of performing groups, personalized service and attention to detail are the qualities that set them apart from other travel consultants and companies."
Karl Wolf, Clinton High School A'Cappella Choir, Clinton, IOWA U.S.A.

Toronto
“Having travelled extensively over the past ten years with different tour companies, I must say that this is the most enjoyable trip we have been on. Every detail was included in our itinerary and driver’s package. It was a flawless trip for us! Thank you so much!”
Heidi Kirby, Strolling Silver Strings, Portsmouth Virginia, U.S.A.

Ontario
“Our tour was well-paced, hitting all the high spots, yet allowing us sufficient time on our own. Our Ellison Tours guide was exceptional, not only in the way she handled the pre-planned details, but also in her arranging of impromptu events that she knew would please us. As the travel planner for the chorus, I delighted in being able to enjoy the trip myself, without having to worry about anything, as I was totally confident that Ellison Tours had planned every detail extremely well.”
Beverly Moor, Festival Chorus, William Rainey Harper College, Palatine, Illinois, U.S.

Niagara Falls, Toronto, Montreal, Quebec
Ellison Tours is obviously experienced in planning trips for people of all ages. Our young members had the opportunity to sing at wonderful venues and in between concerts, we all enjoyed the wonderful activities planned for us."
Patricia Guth, Youth Singers of Pennsylvania, Holland, PA

Western Canada
"Thank you for the excellent arrangements you put in place for our Canadian Tour. The hospitality and accommodation were first class and we drove 2,500 kms on the wrong side of the road without putting as much as a scratch on either of the vans.”
Geoff A. Taylor, General Manager, Australian Hereford Society Limited, Australia

Whistler & Vancouver
“We are especially thankful to Ted Girard for making our trip smooth and stress free. Thank you. Ellison Tours planned a great trip for teens and helped us stay within our budget. The smooth transition from place to place and activity to activity was remarkable.”
Maureen Holloway Kenna, Seattle Waldorf School, Seattle, Washington

BRITAIN
"What an outstanding experience for our students! The Harrogate Festival planned numerous performing opportunities in such fabulous venues with wonderful acoustics. The logistics worked out by the festival staff ensured worry-free concerts. Such an event could not be duplicated here. With our detailed itinerary of other tourist attractions, our students left with lasting musical memories."
Susan Barber Kahro, Woodlands Secondary School, Mississauga, Ontario

"The ease with which the plans for our trip fell into place are a testament to Ellison Tour’s organizational skills and remarkable attention to detail. The realms of information assembled and forwarded to me seemed to cover every aspect of our trip and certainly helped me to keep people informed at my end. The promptness in answering my questions and forwarding pertinent information allowed me to deal with my group of people more efficiently and certainly with greater confidence. I cannot thank you enough. Professionally, I feel you are remarkable!”
Liz Boone, Quintessential Vocal Ensemble, Newfoundland

“Ellison Tours organized our recent band and choir tour to Scotland and England. Our planner arranged for several high-profile performances, including Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle, St. Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh, Holy Trinity Church in Stratford-upon-Avon and the Tower of London. Our accommodations were great, as were all of our sightseeing activities and meals. Thanks Ellison Tours, for a fantastic trip that no one will forget!”
Tim Gilbert, Stratford Central SS – Symphonic Band & Central Singers

Ellison Tours was extremely obliging in making adjustments to our itinerary in order to accommodate our specific requests. Due to the war in Iraq, teachers were not able to accompany our students and parents chaperoned the trip with the assistance of the highly competent tour escort from Ellison Tours. Students commented that this trip was the most awesome experience of their lives. Parents who chaperoned the students said that their job was made so much easier because the trip had been so well organized. These comments are a testament to the cooperation and flexiblility that we have come to appreciate through planning our tour with the staff of Ellison Tours.”
Trevor Dearham, Head of Music, Dr. John M. Denison S.S., Newmarket, Ontario

EUROPE

Europe Performing Tour
" Ellison Travel embodies the descriptor of the consummate professional. Our tour planner conscientiously and ably organizes all aspects of touring and also graciously assists with the day to day details of leading the tour. They are highly skilled problem solvers doubly blessed with an abundance of patience and determination. We feel fortunate to have been able to tour with Ellison Travel numerous times over the past 20 years”.
“Travelling with a group can be very stressful, but I have never had to worry about anything when Ellison Travel has been in charge. What a relief! This has allowed me to concentrate on the music and the choir, and that is how it should be. Thanks so much.”
Brenda Zadorsky & John Barron, Amabile Youth Singers, London, Ontario Canada

“From our initial planning ten months ago, I always felt that Cantus Vocum Chamber Choir received prompt, professional service. Conductors are very busy people and we do appreciate such fast thorough work. This tour was great value for the cost and we look forward to our next tour.”
Chad Stride, Cantus Vocum Chamber Choir, St. John’s, Newfoundland

Europe Performing Tour
"Ellison Tours arranged a performance tour for us that was ideally suited to our needs as a group of university students and faculty of very diverse backgrounds. The itinerary was the perfect mix of planned events and flexibility that accommodated even those members with minds of their own, and the performances and concert venues were appropriately matched to our musical level. We had an unforgettable experience on tour, and I would highly recommend Ellison Tours to any musical group, of any age or level or expertise, that is considering taking their show on the road."
Alexandra Haninec, Hart House Chorus, Toronto, Ontario

Performing Tour to Europe
"We all appreciate all of the hard work that you put into this effort and I clearly would not hesitate to work with you again or to recommend your agency to other potential groups. It was a great time."
Jerry Winter, director of Gillette Chamber Singers, Gillette, Wyoming U.S.A.