Karen Leslie
Group Planner
Specializes in: European tours, music tours, educational tours, community groups
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Year started in travel: 1977
E-mail: karenl@ettravel.com

Hi, my name is Karen Leslie. After graduating from a Travel and Tourism course in 1977, I worked as a tour escort with both student groups and seniors, travelling across North America. In 1980, I settled down to work in a retail travel agency, and then joined Ellison Tours and the group department in 1989. Here I have found my niche, and I enjoy working with my clients on a continuing basis. I truly feel that my personal service and flexibility, give me an edge. Our tours are customized to meet the needs of each individual group, with itinerary as well as payment schedules. I would like to extend a sincere thank you to all of my clients for their continued loyalty, and I look forward to working with the new clients that visit my home page and give me a call. My travel experience includes North America, London, England, Amsterdam, Paris, Switzerland, Germany Jamaica, the Algarve in Portugal and a Caribbean Cruise. The internet is giving us the world at our fingertips. Let me share it with you. Comments from my clients: U.S.A. DESTINATIONS Brock High School to New York City: Thanks for arranging a great trip for us. I forgot to mention how great our bus driver "Smiffy" was". Sue Humphrey Brock High School - trip to New York City Park Street Collegiate - Cleveland, Ohio "In comparing costs with other tour companies Ellison had the best price. Although changes occured up to the last day (due to strike) - we were informed every step of the way." Lauralee Matthie, Park Street Collegiate Intermediate and Senior Band Goderich DCI - New York, City "The red book is like an extra chaperone. It is easy to follow and extremely well organized. Ellison Tours is always excellent." George Sutton, Goderich CDI Huron Park S.S. - Cleveland, Ohio: "Cleveland has changed a lot since we went 5 years ago. It's a great place (and close!!). Ellison Tours created another fine tour for our group. An A+." Tim Nicholls, Huron Park S.S., Woodstock, Ontario Lord Dorchester Secondary School - Chicago: Over the years Karen has gotten to know our preferences. I felt that I got to know the city in a way that makes me want to return - educational, fun, interesting, a good variety, good food and enough "free" time. J. Perrier, Band Director CANADIAN DESTINATIONS Lord Dorchester S.S. - Montreal, Quebec "Karen is always very knowledgeable and helpful in customizing our trip to suit our needs. We have enjoyed 16 years of "worry-free" travel to a variety of Canadian and U.S. destinations with Ellison Tours!" J. Perier, Lord Dorchester S.S. Stephen Leacock P.S. Kanata - Newfoundland: The trip to Newfoundland actually exceeded all expectations that I have as a music teacher. Together with Karen Leslie we created a 7 day tour that proved to be an awesome experience. Everyone of the 100 people on the tour were amazed and overwhelmed at the whole experience. Thanks especially to Karen, and Ellison Tours! Neil Power Stephen Leacock Public School in Newfoundland Teeswater Guides - Maritimes: "It was an awesome and beautitul and positive experience. It is beautful country in the Maritimes." Cherie Hauck Hugh Beaton School - Northern Ontario: "It was very busy, educational and fun! Every guide was patien and accommodating." Carol Malewicz INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS Aurora High School Music Dept. - Prague & Vienna "Karen is always outstanding! The students had a tour they will remember for the rest of their lives." Gord Shepherd, Aurora H. S. King City S.S. - Paris, France: "Because we had so many questions and changes Karen really helped to straighten things out. As a French cultural trip it was excellent. The students really enjoyed themselves and the suggestions on the itinerary were really good. I found Ellison Tours very efficient." Liliane Duvall, King City S.S. Cantus Vocum Chamber Choir, St. John's, Nfld - European Tour: From our initial planning ten months ago I always felt CVCC received prompt professional service. Conductors are busy people and so we appreciate fast thorough work. Ellison Tours gave us excellent value for our dollar and we look forward to the next tour! Chad M. Stride, Choir Director 6th Pathfinders, London, Ontario - England: We saw alot in a little time. We appreciated the binder and organization from Karen. Carol Harvey / Patti Atkinson, Group Leaders   Back

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