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Norfolk, Virginia, offers so much to see, do
and explore – and our newly revitalized
Waterside District provides eclectic dining
and entertainment choices with stunning
views of the Norfolk waterfront. Contact
Melissa Hopper, Associate Director of Tour &
Travel, to plan your Norfolk adventure.
A professional tour operator will work to
minimize the potential for logistical
snags, and they will have detailed plans
for how to move forward should an
emergency arise.
Moulder recommends that one
of her company’s tour managers
accompany each group. “If that service
is not included, we provide the best
tour manual that contains pertinent
and teachable information for every
component of the tour.”
Tour operators also provide support
for parents and schools while their
groups are away. Hay says that 360°
Student Travel makes its offices
available for 24-hour support while a
group is on tour.
Travel industry organizations, such
as the National Tour Association, can
also assure teachers and parents that
the companies planning their tours are
reputable. NTA-member tour operators
must carry valid liability insurance, among
other requirements.
1-800-368-3097
visitnorfolktoday.com
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Include this historic 160-room
Victorian Mansion in your next
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Why ask for help?
So, why should you work with
a professional tour operator?
“We have company systems and
policies in place to ensure that safety
checks and surveys are done on all
activity suppliers,” says Hay, “and
that they have proper licensing and
certifications, and that we are fully
informed of all international and domestic
security alerts and concerns.”
In addition to professional due
diligence, Moulder points to the expertise
and support a tour operator provides.
“[You should choose a tour operator]
for the same reason you hire
professional services for tutoring,
plumbing, roofing, legal advice, medical
treatment and sending your children to
school,” says Moulder.
Group Tours
Free Motor Coach Parking
Special Lunch Programs
Large, Clean Restrooms
Open Daily (except Christmas)
Book your reservation today
by calling (408) 247-2000
or E-mail us at Groupsales
@WinchesterMysteryHouse.com
Just one hour south of
San Francisco
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NTA Trip Planner for Student Travel
For a complete list
of NTA student tour
operators, turn to page
53. For fundraising ideas,
see page 9. To learn
more about applying for
a student’s passport,
visit the U.S. State
Department’s website,
travel.state.gov.