TRAVEL MONTANA APPOINTMENTS
FROM NTA 2000
IN SALT LAKE CITY
AAA South Central Ohio
Linda Rudd
710 Waller Street
Box 371
Portsmouth, OH 45662-4235
PHONE: 740-354-5614 ext 233 FAX: 740-353-6510
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, School groups, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Linda Rudd at NTA (OR). Pass through GNP on the way back from CR tour
for 2002. Interested in Whitefish and Big Mountain Assoc. TM to send L&C
fam info, GNP slides 4-5 and 45 GNP brochures and GTPG packet.
4/00 NTA online shows Billings (O), Bozeman (AS).
AAA Western & Central New York
Leslie Schoenthal
777 South Clinton Avenue
PO Box 9457
Rochester, NY 14604
PHONE: 716-461-5000 FAX: 716-784-7825
CUSTOMER BASE:
AAA Rochester is a full-service travel agency available to the general public
which includes our club membership of 250,000. We have an extensive group cruise/motorcoach
department dedicated to deluxe, all-inclusive tours for an upscale market.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Leslie Schoenthal at NTA (OR). Sell tours through Brennan Tours. Learning
more about Montana, send L&C brochure and GTPG packet.
Allied Tour & Travel
Betty Dirks
2901 Hamilton Blvd. in Marketplace
Sioux City, IA 51104
PHONE: 712-258-7521 FAX: 712-258-7523
BACKGROUND:
2000
Meet with Betty Dirks at NTA (PM). Planning tour that will include Great Falls
then travel East on Hwy 2 or 200. Talked about a O/N in Lewistown and do the
Charlie Russell Chew. Would then need a lunch stop in Circle. TM to send GTPG
Packet.
1999
11/9/99, attended MT Nite function, brought 2 or 3 tours in 1999. Bringing 2
tours in 2000, 1 tour in 2001 and 1 tour in 2002.
1998
9/98
Denied invitation to MT Nite, requested additional info on MT. Will send GTPG
American Ring Travel, Inc.
Robert Schmidt
28110 Avenue Stanford
Unit A
Valencia, CA 91355
PHONE: (805) 294-9033 FAX: (805) 294-9085
CUSTOMER BASE:
We are an inbound tour operator specializing in individual fly/drive programs.
Our specialties are high quality customized tours and top service!
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Robert at NTA (PM): seeing more business to MT; international clients
want Pac. NW and surrounding areas. Works with Germans and UK. Tours starts
in Seattle, then into Can. Rockies, GNP, Msla. GNP sells well. Needs to talk
with GPI; Stephanie or Jenelle please contact. TM send GTPG
1998
1/7/98: NTA Online shows (O/N) in Kalispell, Great Falls, Bozeman/YNP, Missoula.
1996:
Met with Robert Schmidt at Spring NTA (PM): They are a receptive operator
working with Europeans, mainly FIT's. They have a French group coming into MT
for 1996 overnighting in Missoula and GNP. Would like information on Ranches
and soft adventure actvities.
Americantours International
Bea Rasque
6053 W Century Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045
PHONE: 310-641-9953 FAX: 310-649-3877
WEB: americantours.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Bea at NTA (PM): now doing things with AAA for domestic market;
are doing three brochures for them for packaged product: motorcoach, FIT. So
that is opening up new areas for them, and off the beaten path product , like
L&C, national parks, etc. International tours to MT doing well.
1999
Met with Ericson Sheppard at NTA (OR). Planning on contracting for 2001-2002
in March of 2000. Current tours have been working great. Getting into more FIT's
and Fly Drive groups. Also wants ranch information and info on Big Sky Ski and
Summer Resort. TM to send info.
1998:
Met with Richard Groesz , Senior Product Manager at NTA (PM):L&C is of interest,
would like to do a L&C fly-drive. Has added Great Falls to their FIT program,
uses 2 hotels there. Wants info on Missoula, Lolo. Will be at MT Nite and looking
forward to disc plans further with MT suppliers. TM send GTP, L&C brochures.
12/30/97:
Bea called and thanked us for the beautiful MT calendar!
1997:
Met with Kenneth Schwartz at NTA (PM). Does a lot of YNP so is interested
in West Yellowstone. Also works with a lot of special groups. Their clients
are from all over the world so they are always getting proposals year round
and never know what areas will come up, so keep informed.
1996:
Met with Kenneth Schwartz at Spring NTA (PM): Thinking of putting together
a "Cowboys and Indians" tour for 1997. Looking for any and all ideas. Also requested
info on the Grizzly Discovery Center.
Anchorage Trolley Tours
Barbara Aldeman
PO Box 102299
Anchorage, AK 99510
PHONE: 907-276-5603 FAX: 907-276-5666
EMAIL:trolley@alaska.net
CUSTOMER BASE:
We customize Alaskan itineraries and specialize in planning tours for our outbound
Alaskans.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Barbara Aldeman at NTA (PM). Still interested in bringing a fly drive
tour to Montana. 2001 maybe, but more than likely 2002. 10 day itinerary, some
hub-n-spoke. Interested in L&C fam. Send GTPG and itinerary ideas.
1999
Met with Caleb Aldeman at NTA (OR). Need anything and all for 2001 historical,
cultural tour. Will work with receptive and group size is approx. 10. TM to
send info , slides and video. Caleb and Barb Aledman attended MT Nite, anticipate
bringing tours into MT in 2001.
1998
Attended MT Nite at NTA in St. Louis, expressed interest in bringing groups
to MT.
Berkley Tours & Travel
4301 Orchard Lake Rd #180
West Bloomfield, MI 48323
PHONE: 248-865-8890 FAX: 248-865-8928
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Appoint at NTA (PM) was canceled.
1997:
Met with Ilene Berke at NTA (PM). Nothing in state at this time and she
has all the info she needs.
1997:
Ilene Berke participated on the May, 1997 Lewis & Clark Fam Trip
1995:
Met with Pamela Smilex at Fall NTA (PM): Didn't run tour in 95 because of
lack of interest. Having trouble with summer tours. Looking a putting together
a fall tour including Bozeman and GNP areas.
1994:
Ilene Berke was out on a familiarization tour in sept.
Bianco Tours, Inc.
Kent Bianco
12555 Universal Drive
Taylor, MI 48180
PHONE: 734-946-7021 FAX: 734-946-5370
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, School groups, Employee groups, Alumni
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Kent at NTA (SR): although appt was with Brad DePoole. Looking at doing
an AMTRAK tour into MT in 2002 or beyond, into GNP; discussed lodging options
and activities in GNP area. TM send GTPG.
1999:
Met with Kent Bianco, President, at NTA (PM): wants to develop new tours
in area and needs sample itineraries for 5-7 days. Interested in YNP and GNP
and what is in between. Needs general info, has lots of ?'s about lodging in
GNP and park tours and state airline info. TM send GTP.
1998:
Met with Danny Williams, Corp. Project Manager, at NTA (PM): Interested
in GNP, currently doing SD-YNP. Wants to change that and include GNP for an
8 day, 7 night itinerary. Considering flying into Helena, going to GNP, then
down to YNP, then back to Helena for departure. All areas in route send info,
TM send sample itineraries. TM send GTP, 1 tour shell and 1 group tour brochure.
1996:
Met with Kent Bianco at Fall NTA (PM): Not currently doing tours into Montana,
looking for information on GNP and the NW portion of Montana. Also Lewis and
Clark Fam trip, looking at itineraries for 1999.
Breakaway Tours
Chris LaCivita
PO Box 95
Wampum, PA 16157
PHONE: 724-535-8687 FAX: 724-535-3227
WEB: breakawaywampumpa.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Although the majority of our clients are senior citizens, we are attracting
a growing number of younger adults and students.
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Lana Boyer, Chris LaCivita and Charlene Troggio attended MT Night function
at NTA. Planning on bringing 1 tour to MT in 2001.
Met with Chris LaCivita at NTA (PM). Planning tour into MT, come into the state
from Alberta, specifically Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump, looked into GNP tour
then head east. TM to send GTPG packet and more itinerary info.
1999
11/9/99 Chris LaCivita, Lana Boyer and Charlene Troggio attended MT Nite function
at NTA, Nashville, planning to bring 1 tour to MT in 2001.
1998
Attended MT Nite function at NTA in St Louis, expressed interest in bringing
groups to MT.
Brennan Tours
Melissa Witsoe
1402 3rd Avenue
Joseph Vance Bldg., Suite 717
Seattle, WA 98101-2118
PHONE: (206) 622-9155 FAX: (206) 622-9160
EMAIL:BRENNANTOURS@SEANET.COM
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Melissa at NTA (PM): are currently overnighting at the Doubletree in
Msla, but need two dates in Msla when hotel is booked-Holiday Inn Parkside please
stop by. Used MRRT last year but half the departures were cancelled, will not
include in 2001 but may consider for future. Loved the Uptown Cafe in Butte;
took groups there for lunch a couple times this summer, and are considering
booking all tour series in Butte there for lunch. Had some concerns with GPI-
Steph or Jenelle please contact (has spoken with Jan).
Grand Circle - Spokane-Kalispell(2O/N)-Banff
Yellowstone Winter - SLC-Jackson Hole-YNP(2O/N)-West Yellowstone(O/N) Salt Lake
City
No Heart Rockies-SLC-Jackson Hole-YNP(2O/N)-Missoula(O/N)-GNP(O/N)- Waterton-Banff-Calgary
1999:
Met with Sean Brennan, VP-CFO at NTA (PM): has a new tour for 2000 called
from Geysers to Glaciers, starts in SLC and ends in Calgary, incl. MRRT from
Livingston to Msla, GNP; focusing on old National Park Lodges. Still running
tours below also. TM send GTP to Melissa Witsoe, Operations Manager.
1998:
Met with Sean Brennan, Vice President/CFO at NTA (PM): Ran 21 departures of
Grand Circle in 1998 and will do again in 1999, tour is 25 years old and still
sells well. Keep updated with current info, interested in MRRT cause his dad
likes the train trips, Marcia stop by. TM send slides, GTP.
1997:
Met with Mary Rittmann at NTA (PM). Mary has been with company for 5 weeks.
Tours are still running well. Wants to see MT Rockies train for info.
SEA: Running the Grand Circle Tour again, same as 1996 with 25 depatures.
1996:
Met with Robert Brennan at Spring NTA (PM): Still running Grand Circle tour.
The tour now has two O/N in Kalispell. Have 21 out of 24 tours booked for 1996.
Would like Winter Vacation ideas, especially for YNP area.
SEA: The Grand Circle Tour, 24 departures. Seattle- Spokane- Kalispell(2O/N)-GNP-Banff-Jasper-Victoria
1995:
Their Circle Tour was the #2 selling tour last year. Would like to do Southwest
MT and YNP in the future.
Cajun Tours of Terrebonne, Inc
Sandra Pellegrin
709 May Street
Houma, LA 70363
PHONE: (504) 872-6157 FAX: (504) 851-6460
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Church groups, School groups, Employee groups, Young adults, Mixed
adults
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Sandra at NTA (PM): MT and WY are destinations for 2002; TM send
GTPG; she needs suggested itineraries.
1999
11/9/99, Sandra Pellegrin and Barbara Cenuc attended MT Nite function at NTA,
Nashville. Brought FIT's to MT in 1999, planning 1 tour for 2001 and 2 for 2002.
1997:
Met with Sandra A. Pellegrin at NTA (OR). Wants to be kept on our mailing list
and is trying to develop tours to our area, distance is a challenge. Works with
student groups and clubs, and is interested in YNP and GNP/rodeos. Wants sample
itineraries for the students with activities, living history events,etc. Sandra
and Barb Cenac would be interested in a fam tour.
Cape Cod 500, Inc.
Robin Taraskewich
473 Main St.
P.O. Box 37
Hyannis, MA 02601
PHONE: 508-790-0500 FAX: 508-790-0900
EMAIL:info@capecod500.com
WEB: www.capecod500.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Cape Cod 500 is a full service Receptive Tour Operator specializing in Cape
Cod and New England destinations
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Robin at NTA OR): usually just does New England but has a group that
wants to come to MT in 2001 in the first week of Sept. Coming up from Denver
and WY, going just as far as YNP and West Yellowstone. Needs lodging and activity
info. TM send GTPG by December, mark VC/NC info.
Centennial Travelers
Beverly Jump
PO Box 1416
Fort Collins, CO 80522
PHONE: 970-484-4988 FAX: 970-484-0022
EMAIL:CENTOURS@AOL.COM
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Bev at NTA (PM): MRRT didn't sell well last year and will not include
for 2001. Looking at 2002, maybe a L&C tour. TM send GTPG and video to her
Troutdale address listed below.
1999:
Met with Beverly Jump, Tour Consultant, at NTA (PM): Wants to do MRRT from
Sandpoint to GF on their Glacier tour, but wants to get off train in GF -will
discuss with MRRT at appt. Loves the new L/C center in GF; wants info on Big
Sky Live. TM send GTP and What's new. Bev's address is 30150 Troutdale Scenic
Drive, Evergreen, CO 80439; 303-674-3648; fax 303-674-4285.
1998:
Met with Judy at NTA (PM): still working on a 99 MT tour. Still interested
in Waterton/GNP and MRRT - Marcia stop by. does a lot of train tours in CO.
Does YNP in winter but stays in the Park near Old Faithful and doesn't want
to change - I tried! TM send GTP.
1997:
Met with Judy Steeneck at NTA (PM). May try a GNP trip in summer 1998 and
is still interested in MT Rockies train. OK for now on information.
1996:
Met with Judy Steeneck at Fall NTA: Looking at GNP/YNP West Yellowstone,
Virginia and Nevada Cities, Butte, Missoula to GNP, possibly through Helena,
for '98. Interested in Lewis and Clark Trail and Daylight train.
Coach Tours, The Grand Tour Company
Kelli Dwyer
16 Crosby Street
Danbury, CT 06810
PHONE: 203-798-8687 FAX: 203-798-8532
WEB: coachtour.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
We provide full tour planning services for school, senior and corporate groups.
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Kelli Dwyer attended MT Night Function. No tours planned at this time.
Met with Kelli Dwyer at NTA (OR). Scheduling error did not request appointment
and do not bring tours to MT area. Did discuss some L&C ideas with the states
along the trail but she felt that probably would not sell to her clients. No
materials at this time.
Collette Tours
Joyce Gaouette
162 Middle Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
PHONE: (401) 728-3805 FAX: (401) 728-1380
CUSTOMER BASE:
Mixed adults, Seniors, School groups
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Joyce at NTA (PM): MT tours are going well, needs to talk to GPI;
Steph or Jenelle please contact. Wants St. Mary info. GNP hotels are her first
choice, but does want info on hotels in Kalispell, Whitefish also. Looking for
uniqueness in tour offerings, like cooking classes, ghost walks, stagecoach
or chuckwagon dinner rides, Indian culture. TM send GTPG.
TOOL Report
North National Parks - YNP-Great Falls(O/N)-GNP(2O/N)-Spokane
Sun Valley/Glacier - Salt Lake City - West Yellowstone(2O/N)-Sun Valley - McCall-Lewiston-Coeur
D'alene-GNP(O/N)-Amtrak to Minneapolis
Rockies & Glacier - Seattle-Spokane-GNP(O/N)-Canada-Seattle
1999:
Met with Derek Moscarelli, Custom Tour Division at ABA (B): they had requested
us but not scheduled. Peter Figueiredo is still the Product Manager for our
area, but Derek arranges the custom tours; 10% of their 2000 business is custom.
Customers want more in-depth tours, more hub and spoke, mostly over age 50.
Minimum group number for a custom tour is 30 pax. Interested in Western Romance
programs, 320 Ranch, Blgs area/Battlefield, Beartooth Highway, routes between
YNP and GNP, VC/NC. TM send GTP.
1999:
Had appt. with Nelson Nicholls at NTA (SR): his flight was delayed and he wasn't
there. Left card with Peter since he does our area anyway. Also left a profile
sheet.
1999
Catalog: Northern National Parks, Salt Lake-YNP(O/N)- Great Falls (O/N)-Waterton-GNP(2O/N)-Spokane.
Canadian Rockies & GNP Tour. Seattle-Spokane-GNP(O/N)-Waterton-Banff.
1998:
Met with Edie Silva at ABA (M): Still does CR tour (incl. GNP) but it goes in
and out of Seattle rather than Vancouver as before. Northern National Parks
tour incl. GNP and GF. Edie is Tranportation Mgr, and wants transportation company
info. TM send GTP.
Met with Peter Figueiredo, Product Mgr at NTA (PM): MT tours selling well, does
1000 room nights in MT. A second tour is ready for 2000, may do Seattle-MT-SLC.
Everything else ok, just keep updated with new info.
1/29/98: Peter called and loved the tour brochures, and wants us to send some
to their agents to help promote their national parks program; will fax a list.
Also wants 1000 tour shells. He and Dan Sullivan, the President and CEO of Collette,
will be in Montana in May to check out more options for existing tour programs,
and will let me know when they will be here.
1997:
Met with Edie Silva (transportation manager) and Karen M. Jutras (Group
telemarketing supervisor) at ABA (M): Order taking appt. Send info requested
at NTA, winter guide and 10 and 20 minute videos to Peter Figueiredo and TM
send 100 tour shells to Christine, slides to Carol Charpentier.
Met with Christine A. Iuliano at NTA (PM). Peter Figueiredo is actually the
product manager for our area. Tours going well to YNP-Great Falls-GNP. Wants
MT Rockies train info
SEA: Northern National Parks, One departure. Grand Teton- YNP(O/N)-Great Falls(O/N)-Waterton-GNP(2
O/N)-Coeur D'alene.
1996:
Met with Peter Figueiredo at Fall NTA (PM): Passed through Montana for '96,
stops in Missoula and Great Falls. Running same program for '97. Planning itineraries
for ID/MT tour in '98.
SEA: running same tour as in 1995.
1995:
Met with Peter Figueiredo at Fall NTA (PM): Have 3 nights in MT for 1995. Requested
info on Russell Museum and for someone to give a Montana presenatation at their
meetings.
SEA: Northern National Parks Tour - new for 95. SLC - Jackson - YNP - Great
Falls(O/N) - Waterton - GNP(O/N) - Spokane - home.
Columbia Crossroads Tours
Cynthia Billette
4800 SW Macadam #255
Portland, OR 97201
PHONE: 503-225-9995 FAX: 503-225-1315
EMAIL:cxrds@teleport.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Columbia Crossroads Tours offers a focus on the Pacific Northwest for inbound
groups. Cultural niche tours are a specialty on an outbound basis in North America,
along with Europe and Australia. We povide receptive services, step- ons including
multi-lingual, custom itenerary help, and scheduled departures.
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Cynthia Billette attended MT Night at NTA.
Met with Cynthia Billette at NTA (PM). Doing tour that includes GNP - Kalispell
and Missoula. Planning for 2002 Oregon to MT with L&C theme. Looking at
selling to non-profit groups. Interested in L&C fam and send L&C Group
Brochure.
1999
Met with Cynthia Billette at NTA (OR). Running 3 tours into Montana as a
result of attending MT Nite function. Yellowstone and Butte in winter. A New
York group is doing much of the state. Doing Rockies tour starting in Calgary
and then south info MT. TM to send more info.
NTA Online shows activity in Kalispell and Bozeman
1998
Attended MT Nite at NTA in St. Louis, expressed interest in bringing groups
to MT.
Come-A-Long Tours, Inc.
PO Box 69
Whites Creek, TN 37189
PHONE: 615-876-7266 FAX: 615-876-7267
EMAIL:come-a-longtours@worldnet.att.net
R BASE:
Seniors, Church groups, School groups, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Appointment at NTA scheduled but either a no show or last minute cancellation.
1999
Met with Gary Arant at NTA (OR). Running Parks tour out of West Yellowstone
to N.C. & V.C., Bozeman, Helena. Would like more info on the L&C Reenactors
in Great Falls. TM to send more info.
1998
Met wih Gary Arant NTA (PM). Catching up on what's new. expressed interested
in Helena, Virginia/Nevada Cities, Lady of the Rockies and Gates of the Mountains.
TM to send GTPG.
1997
Met with Gary Arant, NTA (OR): in 97 did YNP-Great Falls-Browning, tour
with Curly Bear-East Glacier O/N in Kalispell at the Outlaw then to Idaho, planning
tour again for 98 in late August early September with possible variations.
Custom Holidays
Sue Biggs
15250 Euclid
Allen Park, MI 48101
PHONE: 313-388-0448 FAX: 313-388-7820
CUSTOMER BASE:
We offer our groups an opportunity to travel in a caring atmosphere based on
Christian principles and guidelines. We love good clean fun, enjoy Christian
fellowship and want to see and do exciting and interesting things. We have an
interest in serving senior adults as well as young people.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Sue Biggs at NTA (SR). Not planning anything for our area. Talked about
Hub-n-spoke in the Billings or Bozeman area. Interested in L&C fam.
1999
Met with Sue Biggs at NTA (OR). Do Fly Drives, maybe L&C starting with
St. Louis then fly into Great Falls. Real preliminary planning stages of coming
to MT maybe in 2003. TM to send info.
11/9/99 Ron and Sue Biggs attended the MT Nite function. Planning to bring 1
tour per year in 2001 and 2002.
Dan Dipert Tours
Margie Brantley
PO Box 580
709 West Abram
Arlington, TX 76004
PHONE: 817-543-3720 FAX: 817-543-3728
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Church groups, School groups, Employee groups, Alumni, Young adults,
Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Amy Hall, Margie Brantley and Debra Ward attended MT Night function
at NTA. Brought 5 tours to MT in 2000 and planning to bring 5 in 2001 and questionable
for 2002 and 2003.
Met with Margie at NTA (SR): reviewed what's new, and interested in Gates of
the Mountains. All going well with MT tours.
1999
11/9/99, Margie Brantley and Amy Hall attended MT Nite function at NTA, Nashville.
They brought 4 tours through MT in 1999, planning for 5 in 2000 and TBA for
2001 and 2002.
1998:
Met with Debra Ward, tour coordinator at NTA (OR): tours in 1999 include
GF, Blgs, Kal, Polson, Msla, GNP. OK on accommodations, but wants Blgs properties
to drop off card (no appts. open). Just wanted to let me know they are still
doing tours in MT. Has some interest in L&C as well. TM send GTP, L&C
brochures.
7/10/98 temporary trip permit, 17 pax, 1(O/N).
1997:
Met with Margie Brantley at NTA (SR). Still doing same tours but always
gambles with GNP road opening. Wants info on L&C new interpretive center.
SEA: Running four tours through Montana. (1)The Grand Pacific Northwest, same
as in 1996 with one departure. (2)The Best of the West, two departures. (3)
Idaho, the Way to Go, two departures. (4)Victoria, Canadian Rockies & Yellowstone
Fly/Ride, one departure. Lethbridge-GNP-Polson(O/N)- YNP(2O/N)-Casper.
8/19/97 temporary trip permit, 41 pax, 1(O/N).
7/24/97 temporary trip permit, 41 pax, 1(O/N).
1996
SEA: Currently running 5 tours through Montana. (1)The Grand Pacific Northwest,
two depatures. Calgary- Great Falls(O/N)-YNP(O/N)-Grand Teton Park. (2) The
Best of the West, two departures. Grand Teton-YNP(2O/N)-Billings(O/N)-Crow Agency-Keystone-Rapid
City. (3) Alaska the Land of Wonders, one departure. Grand Teton Park-YNP(2O/N)
- Kalispell(O/N)-GNP-Calgary. (4)Glacier Park/Big Sky Country, one depature.
Coer d'Alene-Cataldo, Whitefish(O/N)-GNP-Great Falls(O/N)-YNP-Grand Teton. (5)
Idaho! The Way to Go, two depatures. Wallace- Moiese- Kalispell(2O/N)- GNP-
Missoula-Salmon-Sun Valley.
8/13/96 Temporary trip permit, 26 pax, 1(O/N).
7/23/96 Temporary trip permit, 40 pax, 1(O/N).
Destination Southwest
Sally Lane
20 First Plaza Galeria NW Suite 212
Albuquerque, NM 87102
PHONE: 505-766-9068 FAX: 505-766-9065
EMAIL:tours@destinationsouthwest.com
WEB: destinationsouthwest.com
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Sally at NTA (SR): was in MT with a tour in August. The GNP tour
will be moved to 2002 or 2003 and beyond; her group is going to ID in 2001.
Group has a well-known naturalist that leads tour, so most tours go where he
wants to go. TM send GTPG.
1999:
Met with Sally Lane at NTA (PM): interested in Big Sky Live based on last
years request for info (see below). In next three years hopes to do GNP (2001)
- will incorporate with ID. The group she works with has chosen other options
for 2000. TM send GTP. Interested in fam.
11/9/99. Sally Lane and Heather Wade attended MT Nite function. Planning 1 tour
for 2000 and for 2 in 2001 and 2002.
1998:
Met with Sally Lane, Director of Sales, at NTA (OR): did an 8 day tour of
active seniors to MT in 1998; flew into Blgs then into YNP, flew out of JAC.
Tour was for PBS, is also looking to do one in 1999. Another group will do GNP
in 2000. Wants costumed guides/escorts, also interest in reenactments for their
grandparent/grandkids tour. Send info. TM send GTP, one tour shell and one group
tour brochure.
Educational Tours & Travel Corporation
Celece Seegmiller
352 E Riverside Drive C-5
St. George, UT 84790
PHONE: 435-656-4849 FAX: 435-656-4852
EMAIL:admin@ettours.com
WEB: ettours.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
We specialize in customized group travel, theater tours, cultural and heritage
tours, student educational tours, cruises, school-at-sea and special requirement
group tours.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Celece Seegmiller at NTA (SR). 95% student tours, some group leaders.
Nothing planned at this tme. Discussed different ideas for educational tours
as far as L&C, paleontology and Little Bighorn Battlefield. Entertaining
the idea of putting a group together to snowmobile through YNP this winter,
did inquire about the current situation. TM to send GTPG packet.
1999
11/9/99, Celece Seegmiller, Neila Swapp Rex Davis and Todd Jones attend MT Nite
function at NTA Nashville. Brought one tour in 1999, hoping for 2 in 2000 and
planning for 2001-02.
Embassy Tours Ltd.
Rose-Anne Kupiak
106 Goldstone Road
St. Andrews, MB R1A 3B3
PHONE: 204-757-9383 FAX: 204-757-4516
CUSTOMER BASE:
Embassy Tours Ltd. is a family owned tour company offering high quality tours.
Our focus is geared to mature adults and special interest groups. The selling
features are the high quality of accommodations, tour content, personalized
service and competitive pricing.
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Rose-Anne at NTA (OR): has a preformed group into Cody in June
2001 or 2002 and are coming into MT from Williston, ND. Needs overnights in
either Billings, Helena, GF or Butte. Discussed three routes into MT from ND:
across the highline through Havre and into GF; to Lewistown, or through Glendive-Miles
City -Blgs. TM send GTPG.
1998:
Met with Rose-Anne at Fall NTA (OR), needs updates and pricing on hotels
and attractions from Blgs, Butte, GF. Those cities included in tours that go
to Nevada from Winnipeg. Also wants info on L&C interpr. center. TM send
GTP, L&C brochures.
1996:
Met with Walter Kupiak at Fall NTA (O): Run outbound tours from Manitoba.
Looking at coming into MT with S. Dakota and WY tour for '97 or '98. Wants general
information on Eastern Montana, lodging, attractions and events.
Fancy-Free Holidays, Inc.
Joanne Langbein
24 W 500 Maple Ave #217
Naperville Commons
Naperville, IL 60540
PHONE: 630-778-7010 FAX: 630-778-7910
EMAIL:ffholidays@aol.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
We strive to offer new and unusual destinations that are "a cut above". Quality
is our number one concern, but cost is a factor also. Along with our scheduled
departures, we do customization for pre-formed groups. We are always looking
for new ideas and destinations.
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Jack Hintz attended MT Night function at NTA. Questionable as to
how many tours they will be bringing to MT over the next 3 years.
Met with Joanne at NTA (PM): put MT aside for awhile, looking at another tour
here in 2002 that would visit the National Parks - YNP, GNP and Grand Teton.
Discussed park to Park routes and attractions, what's new. TM send GTPG.
1997
SEA: running same National Parks Tour as in 1996
1996
SEA: Our National Parks, two depatures. Jackson-YNP-West Yellowstone(2O/N)-
Cody-Sheridan.
1995:
Met with Toni Koary at Fall NTA (PM): Running a National Parks tour for 96.
Will include mostly YNP. Would like info on accommodations/attractions in West
Yellowstone.
Free Spirit Tours
Sue Arko
PMB 217
835 W. Warner #101
Gilbert, AZ 85233
USA
PHONE: 480-926-5547 FAX: 480-926-2288
EMAIL:rko1014@aol.com
WEB: www.az50plus.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
5% students; 15% future seniors (54-64);seniors (65+); gaming,soft adv. events,
cruises,sports, nat'l parks, holidays, cultural, shopping; 80%outbound.
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Sue at NTA (OR): has 2002 summer request for the YNP area, needs itineraries
and ideas. Did do a Canadian Rockies tour in 2000 that incl. GNP. Also interested
in Lewistown and CRCC, Gates of the Mountains. TM send GTPG and video.
Frontier Travel & Tours, Inc.
1923 N. Carson Street
Suite 105
Carson City, NV 89701-2246
PHONE: (702) 882-2100 FAX: (702) 882-2100
EMAIL:GOFRONTIER@AOL.COM
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, School groups, Employee groups, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Had appt. scheduled at NTA (SR) and they cancelled.
1999:
Met with Ann Thomas, VP Scenic Tours, at NTA (PM): does anywhere from 2-12
groups per year to MT. So needs any and all info. Specifically requested MRRT,
Western Romance info; GPI (please stop by), Rande Hall contact her as well.
TM send GTP, whats new.
1998:
Met with Charles Silver, Senior VP. at NTA (SR): Interested in anything
that's new. Was in YNP in 1998. Looking for unique things. Have nine outside
sales ppl calling on group leaders, so he never knows what will come up. Keep
updated with materials. TM send GTP, 1 tour shell and 1 group tour brochure.
1997:
Met with Ann McMartin-Thomas at NTA (PM). Likes re-enactment type activities
so discussed Battle of the Little Bighorn and L&C Festival. Needs BBQ, chuckwagon
dinner and rides info. as well as float trips, adventure activities. Still doing
NW National Parks, but also customizes trips so needs info for files.
1996:
Met with Ann McMartin at Fall NTA (O): Interested in info on MT Rockies
by Rail, Charlie Russell Chew Choo, Montana Blues Chuckwagon and other dinner
theaters. Also info on Lewis &Clark trail in General. Are doing family tours,
Grandparents & Grandchildren tours.
SEA: Northwest National Parks, one departure. YNP-West Yellowstone(O/N)- Kalispell-GNP-Calgary.
1995:
Met with Charlie Silver at Fall NTA (PM): Requested info on attractions
in Southwest Montana.
Met with Ann McMartin at Spring NTA: Work almost exclusively with pre-formed
groups. Have 3-4 groups booked into MT for 96 on an 18-day "western adventure".
Mostly in SW part of state. Seeing a resurgence of interest in Montana among
her customers.
FTI North America
Ms. Paola Marcus
4901 Vineland Road
Suite 140
Orlando, FL 32811
PHONE: 407-345-5119 FAX: 407-370-6712
WEB: fti-na.com
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Ms Paola Marcus at NTA (PM). Doing tour from West Yellowstone to
VC&NC to Helena-GNP - Kalispell into ID. Looking for attractions that the
translation will not get lost on non English speaking German group. TM to send
GTPG.
1999:
Met with Ms. Paola Marcus, Tour and Attraction Coordinator, at NTA (PM):
needs attraction information on Helena and Gates of the Mountains, GNP/Kalispell,
and VC/NC, and cowboy cook-outs (Rande try to find her or send info). ON in
West Yellowstone on one tour. TM send GTP
1998:
Met with Ingeborg Halstein, Groups and Incentive Manager in the LA office.
She follows lead of Orlando Office brochures. Incentives done only in big cities
right now and is a new product for them. Just needs general MT info now. Send
to Adam Rogers, Product Director in Orlando office at address above. TM send
GTP, MPG, RMI guide, TP w/ranches highlighted, rest/lunch stops for tours.
PW97: Division of CA Ferntouristik in Munich,Germany. headquarters inOrlando.
Has FIT and motorcoach programs - includes 2 GNP itineraries featuring Kalispell,
GNP, Great Falls,. #1 from German speaking markets, 700,000 passengers to US
per year. Klaus and Adam would be our contacts in German office. Always interested
in new ideas, needs allottments at hotels; wants properties like the Juniper
Inn, BW Ponderosa Inn and the C'Mon Inn in Billings. Print 1,000,000 copies
of their summer product brochure, 70,000 of their winter brochure. Wants more
adventure information, especially from rafting companies. Send slides, Billings
accommodation information and commissionable rates, city tour ideas and rates.
pw98 (RMI appt) Runs Orlando office for CA Ferntouristic, one of Germany's largest
in-bound tour ops. Interested in adding ranch product, adventure product to
brochure. Wants to come on '98 Roundup, was given schedule. RMI-Germany and
RMI-USA should follow up with invites.
Go West Tours
Kerry Cichon
944 Market Street
Suite 821
San Francisco, CA 94102
PHONE: 415-837-0154 FAX: 415-837-0153
EMAIL:info@gowesttours.com
WEB: gowesttours.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Mixed adults, Seniors
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Kerry at NTA (PM): has been with the company a year and knows they
had tours through MT in 2000, through Hlna, Butte, GF, Blgs, Boz. Needs 3 star
but budget oriented hotels, also needs restaurant ideas. Uses properties like
BW, Holiday Inn, Comfort Inn and Fairfields. Didn't have tour schedule on hand
so wasn't sure what cities she needs info for, for 2001.
1998
Met with Stephan Forget NTA (OR). International groups are interested in YNP
and GNP. Need info on GNP and accommodations as well as Flathead vally lodging
and restaraunts. Helena (O/N). New hotels in West Yellowstone 2 or 3star hotel.
Planning for 99, groups are "last minute". TM to send GTPG.
1997:
Met with Florence Solal at NTA (PM). Contact is actually Christine Parant, Operations
Manager. Looking for different activities - fun, outdoor activities like riding/ranches,
fly-fishing, western themed bbq's or restaurants. Group size is 35-40.
1996:
Met with Stephan Forget at Fall NTA (O): Working with groups from Europe,
arrival is Denver/Spokane/Seattle. Possibly 10-15 groups for '97 to YNP/Great
Falls/GNP/Missoula/Spokane. Need lodging in West Yellowstone and information
on Helena. The groups are Senior Citizens.
Gold Road Tours
Janice Smith
890 South Acoma
Lake Havasu, AZ 86406
PHONE: 520-680-9070 FAX: 520-680-4609
EMAIL:goldroadtours@aol.com
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Laurie Holzapfel at NTA (PM): she was filling in for her mother
Janice Smith who appt. was originally with. Needs accommodations outside YNP
since lodging in the Park has been difficult for them to book sometimes; discussed
location and lodging options. Interested in GDC in West. Also intererested in
Blgs, LBHB, Boz. May develop child/grandparents programs for our area. Would
be interested in the L&C fam. TM send GTPG.
4/00 NTA Online shows Bozeman (AMOS), YNP
Golden Age Festival Travel
5501 New Jersey Avenue
Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260
PHONE: (609) 522-6316 FAX: (609) 729-8606
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Jesica at NTA (SR). Teresa Yearicks is contact. Still only coming
as far North as West Yellowstone with no plans for extending. No materials at
this time.
1999
Met with Teresa Yearicks at NTA (OR). Currently park tours do not come any
further north than West Yellowstone and do not plan on expanding. They are bringing
a customized tour to GNP. TM to send more info.
1997:
Met with Teresa Yearicks at ABA (M): Nothing in our area. Teresa is in charge
of MT so send info to her. Wants L&C info, slides, YNP/Mt gateway city info,
Blgs and Red Lodge info. TM sent GTP and slides.
1997
Met with Teresa Yearicks, NTA (OR): looking for something new, planning a Fly
drive for Spring or Fall, possibly L&C trail, gathering background information.
SEA: National Parks of the USA, three departures. Includes YNP, no details for
this tour.
Golden Gate Tours, Inc.
Mr. Kris Adams
1001 Galaxy Way
Suite 200
Concord, CA 94520-5725
PHONE: 925-798-3000 FAX: 925-798-3064
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Kris Adams, Group Sales Manager at NTA (PM): Cynthia couldn't attend
so Kris did in her place. Send any info to Cyndi. Very interested in MRRT and
talked to a rep at a convention function. Likes the 2-3 day tours on the train.
GNP is also a big draw for their groups. No info on upcoming tours since Cyndi
wasn't there.
1999:
Met with Cynthia Reading, Office Manager, at NTA (PM): Will probably do
a MT tour again in 2000; asked about GNP - loves the Park but has some concerns
- GPI please stop by. TM send GTP.
11/9/99 Cyndi Reading attended MT Nite function. Brought 4 tours to MT in 1999,
planning for 5 in 2000 as well as tours in 2001 and 2002.
1999
3/25/99 Jack Dold called to request GTPG and maps. Bringing a L&C tour this
summer. Doing Billings-Three Forks-Helena - Great Falls and Missoula
1998
12/22. NTA Online shows activity in Kalispell, Billings, Great Falls, Bozeman,
Helena, Missoula.
1995:
Met with Tricia Dehmlow at Fall NTA (PM): Idaho/MT was very popular with
groups in both 94 and 95. Are thinking of running again in 96. Requested new
and updated general information.
Met with Jack Dold at Spring NTA: Running a 2500 mile Lewis & Clark tour
in 95. Bismarck - Glendive (lunch) - Billings (O/N) - Bozeman - Three Forks
(lunch) - Helena (break) Great Falls (2 O/N) - Missoula (O/N)- Idaho. Would
like any and all info on Lewis & Clark stops/attractions in Montana.
Group Tour & Travel Service, Inc.
Pat Gustin
603 Noeleen Place
Suite 102
Lee's Summit, MO 64086
PHONE: 816-525-1716 FAX: 816-246-4615
EMAIL:patrician@sprintmail.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, School groups, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Pat at NTA (PM): had a great time on the fam and really learned
a lot about MT. Particular interest in L&C, met with Mike and he is sending
info. May move into planning family retreats, interested in YNP area for that.
Also interested in St. Mary.
Pat Gustin Participated on "Montana the Beautiful" fam.
1/28/00 - rcvd notice that Jan Mulligan is no longer with the company, direct
all correspondence to Patricia Gustin.
1999:
Met with Patricia Gustin at NTA (PM): most groups are 50-65 years old, and
is looking for soft adventure ideas like jeep tours, rafting, send info. TM
send GTP. Interested in fam but needs 6 months notice, late June o.k.
1998:
Met with Jan Mulligan at NTA (PM): still trying to get a tour into MT. Has
talked with ID and WY, starting to get ideas on the drawing board. Has a lot
of MT info, so just send new stuff. Once itin is in place, she'll come out and
do sight inspections. Does a lot of F/D programs. TM send GTP.
1997:
Met with Jan Mulligan at NTA (PM). Does all of the US but MT, ID and WY but
now is concentrating on our region for a fly/coach program. Needs gateway info
and general state info. Likes 2 nights in each location, general length of tour
is 7 nights and 8 days. Interested in hub and spoke so is open to all ideas
and suggestions.
Hesselgrave International Charters and Tours
Kris Abbott
1268 Mt. Baker Hwy.
PO Box 30768
Bellingham, WA 98228
PHONE: 800-457-5522 FAX: 360-734-3588
EMAIL:kris@hesselgrave.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
We are a full-service tour company specializing in the Pacific Northwest and
Alaska. We have recently expanded our motorcoach tours by adding cruise and
fly trips to our offerings.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Kris Abbott at NTA (SR). Still interested in the train. Most tours
are currently going North of the Border. Trying to introduce new product. Is
planning tour that will include Waterton and GNP. Needs accommodations in Kalispell
or Whitefish. Interested in dinner function at Big Mountain. No materials at
this time.
1999:
Met with Kris at ABA(M): looking at American Spirit tours, is working with them
on some itineraries. Olivia please stop by if you don't already have an appt.
Fam interest in May or Oct. TM sent GTP
1999
Met with Kris Abbott at NTA (PM). Did western Leisure tour in August which included
several days in MT. Looking at a fall foilage tour as well as working with ski
groups into Big Mountain or Big Sky. TM to send info.
1998
Met with Debbie Wilson NTA (SR). Have in house travel agents that does Charters
which includes 98 ski trip. YNP in winter has been canceled due to lack of interested
(been there done that). Looking at Montana Daylight train. (O/N) in Billings/Bozeman
or Missoula. TM to send GTPG and L&C brochure.
1997
Met with Kris Abbott, NTA (PM): still doing YNP in winter. Planning 98 ski
trip to Big Mountain. Interested in L&C info.
1996:
Met with Kris Abbott Fall NTA (O): Researching for something new. Do go
through YNP in Winter and stay at Fairmont enroute. Interested in Montana Rockies
Daylight and Lewis and Clark information.
10/26/96 temporary trip permit, 26 pax, 1(O/N).
Holiday Vacations
John Backhaus
2727 Henry Avenue
P. O. Box 87
Eau Claire, WI 54702
PHONE: (715) 834-5555 FAX: (715) 834-8554
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 John Backhaus attended MT Night Function at NTA. Brought 6 tours
in 2000 and planning to bring 6 in 2001 and 15 in 2002 and 2003.
Met with John Backhaus at NTA (PM). Rerouting a current loop tour from Salt
Lake only has 8 days total, maybe 2-3 in MT. Coming from Boise then maybe Salmon
or Couer d'Alene, then into Missoula(O)-Butte VC&NC to West Yellowstone,
then 2 days in YNP back to Salt Lake. TM to send GTPG packet and potental itinerary
ASAP.
TOOL Report
Great Northwest-Medora-Bozeman(O/N)-Spokane
Majestic Parks - Great Falls(O/N)-Whitefish(O/N)-Missoula(O/N)-YNP
West National Parks - Bozeman(O/N)-YNP(2O/N)-Jackson
1999
Appt. at NTA was scheduled wih Jean Kresal, whom canceled(SR). Spoke with
Kristal Meyer, gave me catalog for 2000. Main contact is John Bauchaus. 2000
catalog includes Majestic Parks, North Dakota-Great Falls (O/N) GNP - Whitefish(O/N).
Missoula (O/N) YNP (O/N). Western National Parks includes YNP and Bozeman(O/N).
1998
Met with Jean Kresal NTA (PM). Doing portion of L&C trail in July or
August of 1999. Planning Grand Loop Tours in 99 or 2000 to include GNP and YNP.
Needs dinner place in Bozeman or Missoula, lodging in West Yellowstone. Send
lodging info on Bozeman and Missoula to Robin Burch and same address. TM to
send GTPG.
9/4/98 temporary trip permit, 42 pax, 2(O/N).
8/28/98 temporary trip permit, 37 pax,1(O/N)
8/15/98 temporary trip permit, 48 pax, 3(O/N).
7/24/98 temporary trip permit, 49 pax, 2(O/N). 2nd bus 32 pax. 1(O/N).
7/12/98 temporary trip permit, 38 pax, 4(O/N).
.
1997
Met with Jace Vogler, NTA (PM): coming into MT August of 98. O/N in Bozeman
and Whitefish onto Glacier then take Amtrak home. Need information on rooms
and attractions, passing through Missoula taking HWY 93.
8/29/97 temporary trip permit, 44 pax, 1(O/N).
8/20/97 temporary trip permit, 40 pax, 4(O/N).
7/25/97 temporary trip permit, 42 pax, 1(O/N).
7/12/97 temporary trip permit, 27 pax, 1(O/N).
6/13/97 temorary trip permit, 22 pax, 3(O/N).
1996: (duplicate appointments).
Met with John Backhaus at Fall NTA (PM): Looking for new ways to work with GNP,
YNP and attractions in between. Need Helena attractions, lodging options and
fun places to eat. Interested in Lewis & Clark info. especially for Great
Falls area.
Met with Karen McIntyre at Fall NTA (PM): Do GNP tour, stop in Missoula (need
new ideas) and Jordan for lunch. Will do Daylight train in '97. Interested in
Grizzly Discovery Center information.
9/8/96 temporary trip permit, 36 pax, 2(O/N) Wibaux-Glendive(O/N)-Butte(O/N)-
Lolo
8/30/96 temporary trip permit, 42 pax, 1(O/N).
8/22/96 temporary trip permit, 32 pax, 3(O/N).
7/26/96 temporary trip permit, 39 pax, 1(O/N).
6/13/96 temporary trip permit, 16 pax, 3(O/N). Glacier-Yellowstone
4/5/96 temporary trip permit, 36 pax, 1(O/N).
1995:
Met with Karen McIntyre at FAll NTA (S): Have two itineraries into Montana,
not sure what they are. My appointment was scheduled with Robin Burch - she
couldn't make it. All Karen knew was that they had two tours scheduled. She
also asked for information on Lewis & Clark.
SEA: The Great Northwest; MN - Medora, ND - Bozeman(O/N) - Butte - Spokane and
out to the West Coast
Hospitality Tours & Travel
Bill Duffy
6065 Library Rd
Bethel Park, PA 15102
PHONE: (412) 854-9192 FAX:
CUSTOMER BASE:
High quality tours are what we are noted for with major concentration on hospitality.
Most tours are escorted and are primarily three days or more in duration. Strong
interest in creative destinations having unique experiences available for clients.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Bill Duffy at NTA (SR). Interested in Montana Rockies Daylight
Train. Not necessary to send info at this time.
1999
Met with Bill Duffy at NTA (PM). Tour coming in 2000. "Shopping" at the
moment for FIT wholesalers in the area. TM to send more info.
1998
Met with William Duffy Sr. NTA (PM) Currently running very successful tours
through MT. Interested in doing scientific, learning, specialty or hands on
tours. Discussed Choteau and Palentology as well as Indian tours. Needs more
info from Museum of Rockies. TM to send GTPG.
1/7/98: NTA Online shows overnight in Bozeman, Great Falls, Helena, pass through
Kalispell.
Koning DayTours, Inc.
John Bachmayer
2425 Clover St.
Rochester, NY 14618
PHONE: 716-473-8687 FAX: 716-473-8888
CUSTOMER BASE:
Koning Daytours, Inc. offers group tours via motorcoach, airand rail to destinations
throughout the USA, Canada, Mexico and Europe. We serve primarily an upscale
senior market with one-day destinations, overnight excursions and extendedtrips.
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with John at NTA (OR): knows a lot of MT since he used to live in Blgs
and talked mostly about that. Is looking at a 2001 tour from MN to Pac. NW through
MT; wants ideas and itineraries. TM send GTPG
1997:
Met with John Bachmayer at NTA (SR). No trips to MT planned for 1998, looking
at 1999 - flying in then coaching, so gateways were discussed. Really interested
in Charlie Russell, and needs accommodations in Great Falls. L&C interest.
1996:
Met with John C. Bachmayer at Fall NTA (O): Doing GNP in '97 Kalispell/E
Glacier/Missoula. Wants new ideas in Kalispell/Missoula area. Pass through Missoula
to Stanley ID on '97 tour route. Suggested Missions in St. Ignatius, Stevensville
as well as Missoula Carousel.
Landmark Tours
2641 Cottage Way
Suite 5
Sacramento, CA 95825
PHONE: 916-482-2900 FAX: 916-482-3166
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Had appt scheduled at NTA (PM); they cancelled.
1998
Met with Ron Webb NTA (PM). Doing Montana Daylight Train in July of 99.
Flying into Spokane and out of Salt Lake. Enjoyed Smoke Jumper Center. Wants
more info on Butte(O/N) exp. Lady of the Rockies. TM to send GTPG, slides and
N.S.
1997
Met with Ron Webb, NTA (OR) Pass through MT on Calgary trip. Do GNP. Wants
information on Butte, Best Western Butte Plaza Inn, Copper King Mansion. Wants
to do 2 nights Butte with one full day of touring in area. Needs good lunch
stop in Bozeman. Needs information on attractions between West Yellowstone &
Polson for stops.
Main Street Tours, Inc.
Wayde Fullmer
1751 West Torrance Boulevard
Suite N
Torrance, CA 90501
PHONE: 310-212-0791 FAX: 310-212-0968
EMAIL:travel3@aol.com
WEB: mainstreettours.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Main Street Tours specializes in senior citizen group motorcoach tours throughout
the United States and Canada. We promote our tours in a 288-page "Group Tour
Planning Guide" which features 200 different one-day trips and more than eighty
multiple-day tours.
BACKGROUND:
2000:
11/14/00 Wayde Fullmer attended MT Night function at NTA. Brought 4 tours
to MT in 2000. Planning 4 for 2001 and 6 for 2002 and 2003.
Met with Wayde at NTA (SR): tour mentioned below did not materialize; went to
Rushmore and YNP. Is thinking of a Calgary to SLC tour through MT for 2002;
also interested in LBHB; Wants ideas for a YNP-GNP corridor tour for 2002. TM
send GTPG
1999:
Met with Wayde at NTA (PM): does one or two tours a year into Western Canada;
lunch in Helena and ON in GF. Wants ideas for a loop from Rapid City into MT/YNP;
or loop tour from SLC. Disc.YNP-VC/NC-Boz-Blgs-Rushmore. TM send GTPG, What's
new sheet, interested in fam with historical L/C sights and other historical
sights.
1998
Met with Laurie Lincoln at ABA (M): May need a receptive op and step-on
guide for MT tours in GNP area. Reviewed new attractions (L&C, Ninepipe
musuem, Charlie Russell Chew-Choo) for inclusion in future tours. Swan Valley
tours please contact. TM send GTP.
Met with Wayde Fullmer, NTA (OR). Currently pass thru MT to Waterton. Interested
in adding a day of MT looking at Virginia/Nevada Cities, Butte and Great Falls.
TM to send GTPG.
1997:
Met with Laurie again at ABA (M): still interested in a colorful guide for
tours and L&C info. TM send L&C group and MT brochure and GTP. Mentions
in profile form that they are interested in winter in YNP but Laurie didn't
mention it at either appt. YNP area may want to follow-up.
1997:
Met with Laurie Lincoln at NTA (PM). Wanted to know whats new- L&C. She
wants knowledgable, authentic tour guides who know the history and are interesting
and colorful for any tours. Also discussed routes between YNP and GNP.
1996:
Met with Laurlie Lincoln at Fall NTA (S): Doing YNP for '96 and '97 both
summer and winter, mostly pass through O/N in YNP. Possible interested in Montana
Blues.
Met with Wayde Fullmer at Spring NTA (PM): Extended tours are not selling well
right now. Would like to do a Lewis & Clark tour for 97 or 98. Would like
itinerary ideas.
Maverick Tours, Ltd.
Rick Wolfe
230-1150 Station Street
Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7
CANADA
PHONE: (604) 669-5200 FAX: (604) 669-5410
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, School groups, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
1999:
Had appt with Rick at NTA (SR) but he cancelled attendance. TM send GTP.
2000:
Met with Rick Wolfe at NTA (SR): doing mostly Canadian product now due to
exchange rate and working a lot with the German market. Nothing in MT for 2001.
Did Oregon Trail tours successfully but not sure if L&C will be popular.
1997:
Met with Rick Wolfe at NTA (SR). Has a 1998 "Heavenly Adventures" tour that
overnights in GNP, West Yell and Kal. which is also sold in Australian market.
Wants maps of those area and state (125 HM) Likes our GTPG website and uses
it a lot. Needs slides.
SEA: (1) Continuing to run New Orleans itinerary listed in 1993. (2)Land of
Legends/Mt. Rushmore, two departures. Jackson-YNP-West Yellowstone(2O/N) Sheridan,
WY-SD-ND-Crow Agency-Billings(O/N)-GNP(O/N)-Whitefish(O/N)-BC
1996:
Met wih Tammy Guill at Fall NTA (PM): Opened office in WA state, needs a
Montana file developed. Did Billings/GNP/Whitefish/Butte in 1996. Has client
interested in cultral exchange with Native Americans for '98 or late '97, wants
sampling, loop tour possibility with more than 1 tribe.
8/13/96 temporary trip permit, 35 pax, 2(O/N).
9/3/96 temporary trip permit, 27 pax, 1(O/N),
7/23/96 temporary trip permit, 28 pax, 3(O/N).
Mayflower Tours, Inc.
Sue Smetana
1225 Warren Avenue
PO Box 490
Downers Grove, IL 60515-3597
PHONE: 630-960-3793 FAX: 630-960-3575
EMAIL:ssmetana@mayflowertours.com
WEB: mayflowertours.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Church groups, School groups, Employee groups, Alumni, Young adults,
Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Sue Smetana attended MT Night function at NTA. Brought 2 tours
in 2000. Planning to bring 10 in 2001.
Met with Sue at NTA (PM): doing MRRT again; reviewed what's new; had a couple
cancellations in 2000 tours due to fires.
TOOL Report
Yel/Teton/MT Rush-Jackson-YNP(2O/N)-Sheridan
Monana/Sun Valley - Spokane-Missoula(O/N)-Bozeman(O/N)
1999:
Met with Sue at NTA (PM): doing MRRT again, it is one of their best selling
tours. GNP is not selling well in their CR tours, and she wants to combine GNP
with YNP; clients want more free time in the schedule and time on their own.
Needs YNP-GNP ideas; TM send GTP with Park itineraries marked. Deanna is no
longer with the company.
1998:
Met with Deanna at ABA (M): still needs Boz hotel info, Pam contact after
show for assistance.
Met with Deanna Hulting at NTA (PM): fam tour this summer on MRRT wasa success
and they will continue it for 1999. Has some L&C interest since the company
keeps tossing it around. Wants info on properties in Bozeman. TM send GTP with
addendum, TP with Boz. hotels.
1997:
Met with Deanna Hulting at ABA (M): Wants L&C brochures and information.
Had a great time at MT night at NTA and made some good contacts. TM send GTP,
slides and L&C group and MT brochures.
Met with Deanna Hulting at NTA (PM). Their MT tour for 1998 which includes Idaho
and MT aboard the MT Rockies Daylight is their best seller. Wants to do a fam
in July.
Also met with Trip Bellows at NTA (PM), VP and GM of RFD Tours, a division of
Mayflower. Are doing History Channel tours. Not looking at MT right now, but
looking at Historial and agriculture side. Needs ag info and itineraries/programs,
and looking for historical ppl and perspectives. Mentioned L&C and is very
interested. Also interested in upscale historic hotels.
7/1: the only date Deanna and Sue Smetana can do scout on train is 7/25-26.
Will contact Marcia Pilgeram at MRRT to book.
June 1997: Contacted Deanna about scout trip. She will check her available dates
and get back to me. Wants to do a scout trip; tour actually begins in Boise
(1N), Sun Valley (2N), Lewiston (2N), and Sandpoint or Coeur D'alene (1N), the
board the train and travel to Livingston, coach to Billings, overnight one night
there then depart the next morning. I'll contact MRRT and get available dates.
SEA: CR & GNP, 7 depatures. Calgary-GNP(2O/N)-Lake Louise
May 1997: Met with Mary Stachnik at Pow Wow convention May 1997. Have included
the MT Rockies Rail Tour for 1998. Confidential- she doesn't want other operators
to know since she wants to be the first one to produce a tour of this kind.
The brochure preliminary will be done next month. The two ppl who are responsible
for this package at Mayflower are Deanna Hulting, Tour Development Director,
and Alice Gregory, VP of Operations. Biggest concern is air-discussed gateway
city options. Their program people have developed "MT Rail Spectacular" a nine
day tour, 15 meals included, 14 departures for 1998. MRRT and I need to contact
Deanna, and send a GTPG as well. Mayflower deals with other companies-about
80, including international companies, travel agents and the bank market-wants
fam capability for big producers. Talked about a fam this July or August for
40 ppl. I expressed concern about availability at this late date (she would
provide air, TM and suppliers would provide the rest). Finally decided that
a one or two person scout trip would be best, and plan the full fam for Aug.
1998. She presents a sales pitch for their 1998 product/tours to the Heritage
Peer Grou conference in March 1998 for August 1998. Needs United Service so
Billings would be Gateway, or Spokane.
1996:
Met with Sue Smetana at Fall NTA (PM): Interested in Montana Rockies Daylight,
need dates for 97 & 98. Also Montana Blues Chuckwagon, need slides &
brochures. Also Charlie Russell Chew Choo.
Met with Trip Bellows at Spring NTA (PM): Still running the YNP itinerary the
same. they recently took over RFD tours and have 3 Montana itineraries. They
will not be changing these for 1996, but may think about it for 1997. RFD is
still running under the name of RFD, so need to talk to a RFD rep specifically
for these itineraries.
Mid America Tours, Inc.
Carolyn Tausch
2513 East Higgins Road
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
PHONE: 847-439-5540 FAX: 847-437-4978
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Church groups, School groups, Employee groups, Alumni, Young adults,
Mixed adults; 30% future seniors; 60% seniors; 9% boomers
BACKGROUND:
2000:
11/14/00 Bob Ramian and Carolyn Tausch attended the MT Night function at NTA.
Planing on bringing 2 tours in 2001 and possibly 2002-2003.
Met with Carolyn at NTA (OR): has tour to MT planned in 2002 or 2003 for a group
she works with all the time. Needs suggested itinerary and ideas. Discussed
Park to Park itineraries; as well as Blgs to YNP to GNP. Interested in Hlna,
Msla, Boz, GF and Butte as well. TM send GTPG
1998
8/27/98 temporary trip permit, 26 pax, 3(O/N).
Montana Rockies Rail Tours Inc.
Amber Moir
1055 Baldy Park Drive
Sandpoint , ID 83864
USA
PHONE: 208-265-8618 FAX: 208-265-8618
EMAIL:mmpilgeram@americanorientexpress.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Our American Spirit rail journeys include the original Montana Rockies Rail
Tours from Sandpoint, Idaho to Livingston, Montana and a new journey form Portland,
Oregon to Whitefish, Montana. We present a variety of new itineraries for you
to choose from including Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park and
Mount Rushmore.
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Amber at NTA (PM): need a nice hotel in Livingston, historic preferable.
Send info on new hotel in Liv. Also considering using Gallatin Gateway in Boz.
area. Interested in L&C, Big Sky Live and 1805 program at the Heritage Inn
for the "In the Path of L&C" tour. TM send GTPG.
New Beginnings Tours, Inc.
Kevin Duden
100 Tower Drive #126
Burr Ridge, IL 60521
PHONE: 630-789-0920 FAX: 630-789-9791
CUSTOMER BASE:
We are a seller of upscale package tours with destinations throughout the United
States and Canada along with some overseas destinations. Our all-inclusive escorted
tours originate in the Chicago area. We operate air tours, bus tours, cruises
which range in length from three days to three weeks.
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Kevin at NTA(SR): doing MRRT and staying at the Colonial in Helena;
likes the tour and property. Discussed What's New; in 2002 may do a GNP/Waterton/ALB
tour, flying into Great Falls. Also discussed a Blgs-Lewistown-GF-St. Mary route.
TM send GTPG.
1999:
Met with Carol Browder , Director of Marketing, at NTA (OR): Flies to Msla,
included GNP, Helena (ON), lunch in Butte and an ON in West. Is having lunch
at CK mansion in Butte but wants to change and needs lunch suggestions in Butte
or nearby. TM send GTP.
1997
SEA: The Magnificent National Parks, two depatures. Missoula(O/N)- St. Ignatius-
Kalispell(2O/N)-GNP-Helena(O/N)-West Yellowstone(20/N)-YNP-WY-fly out of Salt
Lake.
New Horizons Tour and Travel Inc.
Becky Hill
2727 Spring Arbor Road
Jackson, MI 49203
PHONE: 517-788-6822 FAX: 517-788-6847
CUSTOMER BASE:
New Horizons plans customized tours for school groups. We specialize in tours
for performing groups as well as educational class trips and special interest
tours. Our destinations most frequently visited include most major US cities
as well as Europe. Our focus is providing quality educational travel experiences.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Becky Hill at NTA (OR). Didn't know why they requested MT. Do mostly
student tours that don't come to MT. Did express interest in YNP and talked
about educational tours through AmFac. No info needed at this time.
Odyssey Club & Northstar
Melodee Dickey
2950 SE Stark Street
#200
Portland, OR 97214
PHONE: (503) 233-9961 FAX: (503) 233-9966
EMAIL:odysseypdx@aol.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Odyssey Club is a 3,000 member travel organization for area seniors, providing
customized tours ranging from local to worldwide destinations. Discovery Tours
is a regional and national wholesaler of custom tours primarily specializing
in the Pacific NW.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Melodee Dickey at NTA (PM). Still crossing through Montana, has
been using Hyde's Encore Tours out of Salt Lake and will continue to use receptives
in the area. No materials at this time.
1999
Met with Melodee Dickey Fisher at NTA (PM). Send information to Susan McGuire,
Tour Developer and in charge of memberships as well as to Goldie Fassold, program
manager, whom is currently working with senior centers. Needing new itineraries
all the time and needs to hear about new things. Really starting to focus on
planning trips around events. Also doing L&C for 2000 with 3 or 4 departures.
TM to send info and video.
Will not be able to attend MT Nite at NTA, please send info.
1998
Met with Goldie Fassold NTA (OR). Doing L&C trip in 1999. Will include
Makoshika, Pompey's Pillar, Billings (O/N) Missouri Headwaters, Gates of the
Mountains, CM Russell Museum, Great Falls (2O/N). Fort Benton, Lewis & Clark
Interpretive Center, Giant Springs, Missoula, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation,
Lolo Hot Springs (O/N). Needs rooms and step on guide in G.F. info on Boat in
Fort Benton. TM to send N.S. and insert.
1997
Goldie Fassold participated on the May, 1997 Lewis & Clark Fam Trip
On The Road Again Travel
Elaine Moulton
5228 Cushman Place, Suite A
San Diego, CA 92110-3906
PHONE: 619-299-8222 FAX: 619-299-0229
EMAIL:otra@4dcomm.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
On The Road Again Travel is a San Diego based, customer-service oriented tour
operator and receptive company operating up-scale, fully escorted, inclusive
tour and cruise programs with an emphasis on the United States and Canada.
BACKGROUND:
2000:
11/14/00 Elaine Moulton attended MT Night function at NTA. Planning on bringing
1 tour to MT in 2002.
Met with Elaine at NTA (SR): interested in L&C fam. Nothing in MT in 2001;
mostly tours in the south. The tour we discussed last year is being pushed to
2002; interested in St. Mary info. TM send GTPG.
1999:
Met with Elaine Moulton at NTA (PM): L/C tour went really well, will do
in 2001 again but not 2000. May switch itinerary a little; didn't go Gates of
Mtns but did include L/C interpretive center and Pompeys Pillar. Loved Giant
Springs and will plan a picnic there next time, also interested in Big Sky Live.
TM send GTP, what's new and L/C brochure.
11/9/99, Elaine Moulton attended MT Nite function, brought 1 tour in 1999 planning
to come again in 2001.
1998
Met with Elaine Moulton, owner at NTA (OR): in July 99 doing a tour with
a L&C theme. Start in Blgs, her itinerary is complete-has hotels booked.
Doing Pompeys Pillar -wants info on having a BBQ catered. Has hired a step-on
in Blgs also. Wants Blgs, GF and Msla CVB's to contact her for info on attractions,
guides, etc. TM send GTP and L&C brochures.
One If By Land Tours, Inc.
41-45 150th Street
Flushing, NY 11355-1023
PHONE: (718) 886-3380 FAX: (718) 886-3353
CUSTOMER BASE:
We are a tour and transportation company located in New YorkCity. Our primary
focus is on preformed charter groups, and we customize all tours to meet interest
levels as well as budgetary requirements.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Had an appt scheduled at NTA (SR) and they cancelled.
4/00 NTA Online shows Bozeman (AMOS), Billings (AMOS).
1997:
Met with Richard Marks at NTA (OR). They did a 40 day western trip last
year that included Billings, West Yell and YNP and bid on it again for 1998.
Will reroute slightly and wants new MT ideas around YNP.
1994:
Met with Stuart Weisberg at ABA: Loves Montana but just can't get a tour
out our way.
OregonWest Excursions
Shirley Barnard LeBlanc
310 23rd Street S.E.
PO Box 12987
Salem, OR 97309
PHONE: 503-585-3979 FAX: 503-588-8110
CUSTOMER BASE:
Currently OregonWest Excursions specializes in the Northwest by offering customized
tours for groups. We are a full service tour operator, responsive to the needs
and comfort of our guests. We also customize and execute tours for other out-of-area
operators.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Shirley Barnard LeBlanc at NTA (PM). Really, really wants to bring
tour into the state. Discussed possibilities of individual fam in May. Will
include GNP, YNP and parts in between. Not necessary for TM to send materials
at this time.
1999
Met with Shirley Barnard at NTA (OR). Once again want to bring tour to Montana,
but will not do so until after a fam tour. Discussed the options of an individual
fam tour in late June, early July. Will talk again after convention and schedule
dates.
11/9/99 Shirley and Andrea LeBlanc attended MT Nite function. Did not bring
any tours in 1999, planning for 1 or 2 in 2001.
1998:
Met with Shirley Barnard at NTA (SR): Still interested but can't get away
to see MT. Can't offer a tour here until she can see it and get help in the
office. Offered a solo fam if she can ever get out here. She'll contact us when
available and we'll set up itinerary. Was born in Butte. TM send GTP
1997:
Met with Shirley Barnard at NTA (PM). Wants to get tours into MT, had a
Native Rockies one that didn't sell. Just needs general information. Has doubts
about L&C appeal with Group tours since Oregon trail tours didn't work for
her. Cynthia Chase also requested that a GTPG be sent to her at 4800 SW Macadam,
Suite 255, Portland, OR 97201. She also represents this company.
1996:
Met with Cynthia Chase at Fall NTA (S): Both receptive and outbound programs.
YNP and GNP tours in past including Kalispell/Missoula or Helena/Great Falls
to GNP). Lewis and Clark interest statewide, as well as Virginia and Nevada
City, Little BigHorn Battlefield and Grant Kohrs Ranch.
Perkiomen Tours & Travel, Inc.
Donna Slack
875 Main Street
PO Box 33
Pennsburg, PA 18073-0033
PHONE: (215) 679-4434 FAX: (215) 679-4591
EMAIL:CMMOYER@NNI.COM
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, School groups, Employee groups, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Donna Slack at NTA (PM). Trip is planned for 2001. Used World Museum
of Mining, clients loved it. Doing more of the same itinerary. Asked about L&C
Festival.
TOOL Report
Great Pacific NW - Bismarck-Billings(O/N)-Bozeman(O/N)-GNP(2O/N)- Spokane
Montana & Idaho -Sun Valley-West Yellowstone(O/N)-Gallatin(2O/N)- Helena(O/N)-GNP(O/N)-Lake
Pend Oreille
America the Beautiful - Couer d'Alene-Livingston(O/N)-Billings(O/N)-Medora
Black Hills/Rockies - Jackson Hole-Dillon(O/N)-Calgary
1999
Met with Pete Schantz at NTA (PM). Making no changes to existing programs/Great
Pacific Northwest. Doing Mount Rushmore tour with O/N in YNP. 2000 tour will
be America the Beautiful with possibly Billings, Bozeman and GNP. TM to send
info.
1998
Attended MT Nite function at NTA in St. Louis, requested GTPG.
1997
SEA: (1) The Great Pacific Northwest, two seperate tours. Passing through
YNP & GNP, no more details available.
1996
SEA: Running Yellowstone-Sno-Safari again
1995:
SEA: YELLOWSTONE - SNO-SAFARI; Fly into Bozeman, head straight to West.
Spend 4 nights there, then head back up to Bozeman to fly home.
Prism Holidays
Michael Campbell
700 Forest Edge Drive
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
PHONE: 847-955-1000 FAX: 847-955-1010
EMAIL:sales@prismholidays.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Michael Campbell at NTA (SR). Domestic tours are very small part
of company. Planning for 2002. Looking at changing National Parks tour to include
more of MT, currently comes into YNP then south again. Talked about Bozeman
or Beartooth Pass into Billings and then south to include the Little Bighorn
Battlefield. Send information to Claudia Graza, GTPG packet.
1999
Met with Dan Speiro at NTA (PM). Working with age group of 50+. Fly-drives
under 10 days for year 2000, coming from all over the states. Summer destination
doing National Parks tour including YNP and will probably fly into Billings
on United. TM to send info.
1998
Met with Camille Piazza-Crones at NTA (PM) Doing mostly international tours
but expanding into the west, planning for 2000, does not need materials at this
time.
1997
Met with Tracey Kurca, NTA (OR): 80% of business is International outbound,
slowly expanding domestic market. 100% is seniors. Need all information for
files, planning for 99 or 2000.
Royal Palm Tours, Inc.
Ron Drake
PO Box 60079
Fort Myers, FL 33906
PHONE: 941-368-0760 FAX: 941-368-7141
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Ron Drake at NTA (PM). Sits on wrong side of the table during appointments.
Interested in working with Florida Seminole Indians coming into MT to the different
tribes and reservations to meet on the different aspects of cultures, such as
economic development, education, substance abuse and more. TM to send contact
information.
1999
Met with Ron Drake at NTA (OR). Needs inventory of special interest tour
possibilities, do not need to be site specific, season and rate does not matter.
TM to send info.
1995:
Met with Ron Drake at Fall NTA (S): Deals mostly with preformed groups.
Nothing in MT. now. Would like general information for future reference.
Royale Tours
Kathy Overland
4419 N. Scottsdale Road
Suite 110
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
USA
PHONE: 877-276-9253 FAX: 480-991-7919
EMAIL:ann@royaletours.com
WEB: www.royaletours.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Full-service tour & receptive operator, offering a yearly calendar of scheduled
tours as well as customized itineraries and departures for groups. We specialize
in well-balanced and creative tours and personalized services.
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Kathy at NTA (SR): 2000 tour didn't generate interest. They are interested
in L&C, looking to revise last years tour. Also interested in ND and want
to tie tour there in with MT, will also try YNP again. Discussed attractions
from ND into MT (Miles City, Havre, Fort Peck); also GF. Interested in LBHB
but suggested she tie that in with her SD/wY tours. Looking at trying to revive
tour for 2002, nothing in MT for 2001. TM send GTPG, L&C brochure
1999:
Met with Ann at NTA (OR-extended appt.): wants to do a MT/ID tour and needs
help routing it. will be for 7-10 days. Looking for cooler places to come in
August than AZ! Disc. flying into Blgs, and routing through GF up to GNP, or
going through Bozeman, VC/NC, Butte, Helena, GF, GNP,Msla and into ID. Interested
in Western Romance, Triple C, MT Gunfighters, Bair Museum, L&C Interpretive
Center, CM Russell, VC/NC lodging - how many do cabins in NC hold? Also int.
in tour train, gates of the mtns, carousel, Museum of Rockies, Smokejumpers
center, Charlie Russells MT ( dinner theatre). Please follow-up with info above,
TM send GTP ASAP and in Jan.
Safety Tours
7200 Park Avenue
Pennsauken, NJ 08109
PHONE: (609) 665-2662 FAX: 609-665-0658
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, School groups, Employee groups, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Had appt scheduled with Marnie at NTA (PM): no show.
1999:
Met with Marnie at NTA (PM): disc. a Rapid City loop tour, including Blgs, Boz.,
YNP, VC/NC. Not familiar with MT at all, keep her informed on fam. TM send GTPG.
1998:
Met with Marnie Kirn at NTA (SR): still working on tour but won't go for
1999. Still debating on what to do in MT, needs updated info on what there is
in the state other than GNP. Suggested circle tour from Blgs, needs motorcoach
company based in starting location so she doesn't have to pay deadhead fees.
Average length of tour 7 nights, any longer doesn't sell. Motorcoach companies
should contact also. TM send GTP.
1997:
Met with Marnie Kirn, Director at NTA (OR). Thinking of doing a PNW tour and
go through MT for 1999. Wants GNP and jammer info/ Kalispell or Whitefish lodging
info.
Satrom Tours
LaVon Getz
316 N 5th St.
Bismarck, ND 58501
PHONE: 701-663-5000 FAX:
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Church groups, School groups, Alumni, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Tammy Rohde attended MT Night function at NTA. Brought 5+ tours
to MT in 2000 and planning on bringing 5+ tours each year for the next 3 years.
Met with LaVon at NTA (PM): doing GNP again in 2001; discussed Great Falls,
Blgs, and Havre; wants Havre Beneath the Streets info; TM send GTPG and HBTS
info. Interested in L&C and fam tour.
TOOL Report
Calif Coastline - Mandan-Billings(O/N)-Idaho Falls
AK Cruise/Pac NW - Mandan-Billings(O/N)-Spokane-cruise-Sandpoint-Shelby (O/N)-Billings(O/N)-Mandan
Portland Rose - Mandan-Billings(O/N)-Coeur d'Alene-Seattle-Portland-Coeur d'alene-Shelby(O/N)-Mandan
1999:
Met with LaVon Getz at NTA (PM): mainly L/C interest, disc. GF. Needs festival
info (statewide as well as L/C), unique and different events and attractions
for a 2-4 night mini-tour. TM send GTP, what's new and L/C brochure. LaVons
address is 400 West Main, Mandan, ND 58554; 701-663-5000; fax: 701-663-6627.
1998
Met with Lavone Getz, manager at NTA (PM): Interested in L&C, and wants
to go on any fams for L&C. Send info on Honor Guard, Interpr. Center, and
Festival. Tours start in 1999 and will run through the anniversary. TM send
GTP, 2-3 sets of all L&C brochures, slides, fam info when available.
Shebby Lee Tours, Inc.
Shebby Lee
PO Box 1032
Rapid City, SD 57709
PHONE: 605-343-4852 FAX: 605-343-7558
EMAIL:SHEB19@RAPIDNET.COM
CUSTOMER BASE:
We are a receptive operator specializing in the historic and cultural heritage
of the Great American West. Customized itineraries for the Black Hills and Rocky
Mountains, the desert Southwest and Pacific Northwest, Native American heritage,
ranches and cattle drives, western adventure,and Vanishing Trails Expeditions.
BACKGROUND:
2000:
11/14/00 Shebby Lee and Dan Schlossberg attended MT Night function at NTA.
Planning on bringing 1 tour in 2001 and 6 in 2002.
Met with Shebby Lee at NTA (PM): she is all up to date with MT materials; wants
update on Indian Tourism Alliance; contact is Darrell Martin 353-8471.
1999:
Met with Shebby Lee at NTA (PM): has a group of photographers coming in
2001, 3N in each location. Needs lodging ideas on Big Mountain - wants cabins
if possible, rustic is o.k. Also using BW in Polson. Needs hiking nearby in
both locations. Doing another itinerary with MRRT in 2001 also; one day on train.
Wants to go on a GNP fam, late June or Sept works. TM send GTPG.
11/9/99, Shebby Lee attended MT Nite function. Did not bring any tours in 1999,
planning 3 for 2000 and 2 for 2001 and 2002.
1998:
Met with Shebby Lee at NTA (PM): her 1999 L&C tour is selling, but second
half including MT is not selling as well as first half. Has tour all arranged,
accommodations set. In Billings, Great Falls (for 2 nights). Also has special
client, a British photographer and is pitching him to do ID/MT in 2001, a two
week trip with about 15-20 ppl. Need 2 star accommodations -ranches, resorts
where photographic opportunities are right outside the cabin door. Needs info
from state by Oct. 1999 from GNP area. TM send GTP, L&C MT brochure, TP
with resorts requested.
1998
1/7/98: NTA Online shows O/N in Billings and Bozeman/YNP.
1997
Shebby Lee participated on the May, 1997 Lewis & Clark Fam trip.
1996:
Met with Shebby Lee at Fall NTA (O): Questioned the status of Virginia and
Nevada Cities and Bovey Restorations. Needs continued updates from suppliers.
Interested in Fam trip for GNP.
Met with Shebby Lee at Spring NTA (PM): Everything is on track for the tour
mentioned below. Just wanted to touch base.
1995:
Met with Shebby Lee at Fall NTA (PM): Running a Nez Perce National Historic
Trail Tour in summer of 96: Idaho, Hamilton (O/N), West Yellowstone (O/N), Red
Lodge (O/N), Billings (O/N and flight home)/
1994:
Met with Shebby at Spring NTA (O): Shebby is a receptive Operator for the
Western U.S. She does not get into Montana much further than Little Bighorn
Battlefield and/or West Yellowstone. We have been discussing an itinerary that
would take her from the Battlefield to Billings then Red Lodge and on into the
park.
Met with Shebby at Dallas NTA (PM): Have two tours coming up through GNP. Will
spend one full week in the state.
Southern Touch Tours
Michael Dorsey
3951 Pleasantdale Road
Suite 115
Atlanta, GA 30340
PHONE: 770-448-6700 FAX: 770-840-0490
CUSTOMER BASE:
We are a tour operator specializing in senior group travel. We offer primarily
preformed groups which are organized and sold through group leaders. Our
groups originate in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, Louisiana,
MississippiNorth Carolina and South Carolina. We offer a limited published tour
program consisting of a variety of popular programs.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Teri Beezley and Michael Dorsey at NTA (PM). Spent entire appointment
looking for MT itinerary. They did know they are bringing a tour West Yellowstone
in 2001. Send slides and GTPG and YNP info.
1999
Met with Teri Beezley at NTA (OR). Group leader wants to bring trip into
Montana. Needs info on Dude Ranches, esp 320 Guest Ranch. Also interested in
hearing about the Daylight Train. TM to send info and slides.
Specialty Tours, Inc.
Joyce Beck
3095 S Parker Road
Suite 150
Aurora, CO 80014
PHONE: (303) 337-7488 FAX: (303) 337-9257
EMAIL:SPECTOUR@PCISYS.NET
CUSTOMER BASE:
We are primarily a domestic tour operator offering moderately priced, value
oriented tours to older adults. Weoffer 75 different itineraries with a total
of over 100 departures annaully. Our tours visit all 50 states and 9 provinces
in Canada. Sixty percent of the tours are by motorcoach and the balance are
intermodal.
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Dave and Joyce Brush attended MT Night function at NTA. Brought
3 tours to MT in 2000 and planning to bring 3 each year for the next 3 years.
Met with Joyce Beck at NTA (PM). Doing CR tour in June by coach, in past has
been a fly-drive. Staying in YNP at Mammoth- Helena (O)- Kalispell (2O/N) -
Waterton (O) to Banff, etc Open for new ideas along the trail. Expressed interest
in staying on the East Side of GNP, discussed possibilities. Only willing to
work with properties that are group friendly with the deposit. Will call if
need more materials.
1999
11/9/99 Dave and Val Brush attended MT Nite at NTA, Nashville. They brought
3 tours to MT in 1999, bringing 4 in 2000 and 5 in 2001 and 2002.
1997
SEA: (1)Glacier National Park, one departure. Sheridan-Crow Agency-Great
Falls(O/N)-GNP(2O/N)-Ennis-West Yellowstone(O/N)-YNP-WY. (2) Yellowstone, Jackson
& The Tetons, one departure. Cody-YNP-West Yellowstone(O/N)- Jackson.
Sports Leisure Vacation
Dan Koskela
9527A Folsom Blvd.
Suite A
Sacramento, CA 95827
PHONE: (916) 361-2051 FAX: (916) 361-7995
EMAIL:MARKHOFFMAN@NTAONLINE.COM
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, School groups, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Dan at NTA (PM): he has been with company for three months and
is in tour planning and operations. Wants to incorporate soft adventure in tours,
as well as unique, exciting, different or odd attractions: living histories,
home dining, educational experiences. Reviewed What's new; interested in Hutterite
Colony lunch and tours. TM send GTPG.
1999:
Met with Ramona Goodge at NTA (PM): is returning in 2000 with tour for 3rd
year in a row. Now is an 8 day trip; was 6. Doing MRRT from Portland to Whitefish,
spending 3N in Glacier area at Glacier Park Lodge, is working with Dottie. Needs
escort notes from GNP-GF. Is having lunch at a Hutterite colony near East Glacier.
Needs info on routes from East Glacier to GF; is flying out of Great Falls.
GPI please stop by -wants to meet Heidi. TM send GTP, slides of GNP BY DECEMBER
1ST.
11/9/99 Ramona Goodge and Bill Gibson attended MT Nite. Brought 2 tours in 1999,
planning at least 1 per year 2000-2002.
1998:
Met with RoseMarie Sutton at NTA (PM): send any info to Ramona at above
address. Ramona said they did Moss Mansion in Blgs and loved it and the MRRT
train. Wants lots of info on L&C since they are developing a tour for 1999
and 2000. Needs ideas for Park tours, hotel info (3-4 star prop). Likes unique
restaurants, ie lunches at B&B's, RoseMarie is also available as a speaker
on group tours for conferences. TM send GTP and L&C brochures.
1997:
Met with Ramona Goodge at NTA (PM). Interested in L&C - the entire trail
starting in St. Louis and ending in OR. Really interested in a L&C fam.
SEA: (1)The Canadian Rockies, one departure. Alb-Waterton-GNP- Kalispell(O/N)-ID.
(2)YNP, Idaho & Trails of the American West, one departure. Grand Teton-YNP-West
Yellowstone(2O/N)- ID
1996:
Met with Scott Farrell at Fall NTA (PM): Do tours mostly in GNP area, looking
for new attractions and ideas, something different and upscale properties. Working
on Indian tour ideas. Do groups and FIT's. Have 2 tours in '97 to YNP and GNP.
Met with Ramona Goodge at Spring NTA (PM): Looking for info on attractions/accommodations
around the parks. Also stops between the parks. Like unique and unusual places
to eat.
1995:
Met with Kevin Murphy at Fall NTA (S): 2 tours into MT for summer of 96.
Fly in and out of Billings and coach up to GNP via Helena, Missoula, Kalispell.
On the other tour they fly into Spokane, GNP (O/N), Missoula, Butte (O/N), YNP.
Met with Scott Farrell at Spring NTA: Looking at Montana as a destination for
97. Wants fresh ideas that would appeal to the senior market. Also requested
slides and video
1994:
Met with Ron Webb at Dallas NTA (S): Ran above tour with 30 people in June
94. Nothing in Montana is on the books yet for 95. Does a lot of mystery trips
and would like new ideas. We discussed Virginia City and West Yellowstone.
1993:
Talked with Marilyn Barudoni at Spring NTA. Not sure what they will do in
our area, but are looking for information on dude ranches for 20-40 people.
Met with Mark Hoffman at Fall NTA: Have a Glacier tour scheduled for June of
1994 with 2 O/N in Kalispell area.
1992:
Yellowstone-Glacier tour with stops in Billings, Bozeman, Missoula and Kalispell.
Star Destinations
Cathy Greteman
1424 Hwy 71 N
P. O. Box 456
Carroll, IA 51401
PHONE: 712-792-9793 FAX: 712-792-5229
WEB: stardestinations.com
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Cathy Greteman at NTA (OR). Doing custome tours and looking for new
destinations. 3 or 4 days in the area. Discussed GNP & YNP and parts in
between. Very intrigued with Montana Daylight Train and Charlie Russell Chew
Choo. Wants info on L&C Fam. TM to send GTPG packet.
Starr Tours, Inc.
Robert Miller
1646 Nottingham Way
Trenton, NJ 08619-3598
PHONE: (609) 586-6080 FAX: (609) 586-8558
EMAIL:ATTMAIL.MSUSSMAN1
CUSTOMER BASE:
Starr has an extensive motorcoach tour program with over 3,000 departures a
year. We have a large group sales staff and five retail offices for our scheduled
departures. Our primary marketing areas are New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and northern
Delaware.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with at Robert J Miller at NTA (PM). Running same tour, inside back
cover, holding price for those that booked for 00. Boise-Sun Valley-YNP-VC &
NC - Helena(O)- GNP - Missoula (O). Asked about how fires would affect tour,
concluded there wasn't a problem with that. All set no materials needed at this
time.
10/13/00: Roger faxed requesting assistance to promote his 2001 tour to MT/ID
since this year's was cancelled due to the fires. He asked for posters, a video
for each person who books, and co-op advertising. Pam faxed a response 10/27
offering posters, a bag of MT pins, and one VHS video to use when promoting
the tour. Also included a sample each of the Journey to MT brochure and shell,
offering those for his use. Also explained we had no budget for co-op advertising.
TOOL Report
Montana Big Sky - Boise-Ketchum-YNP(2O/N)-Helena(O/N)-Great Falls (O/N)- GNP(O/N)-Missoula(O/N)
6/00 - Carole Brown sent in postcard requesting slides, video and posters.
4/26/00 Carole Brown called requesting 50 maps and any other MT info. Tour group
is coming August, flying into Boise, (2N) in West Yellowstone, Virginia City,
Butte, Grant Kohrs, (1N) Helena, Gates Tour, L&C in Great Falls, (1N) GNP,
Kalispell (1N) Missoula, then back into Idaho.
1999
Met with Robert Miller at ABA(M): is doing a new tour that is 9 days, 8 nights
called "Montana, Big Sky Country". Will repeat it in 2001, so he needs rate
updates from hotels-Kelly Inn in West Yellowstone (2N), Heritage in GF (1N),
Cavanaughs in Kalispell (1N), Holiday Inn Parkside in Msla (1N). He will know
2001 dates by end of Jan. 2000, TM call and get dates. TM send GTP, MT pins
- cities in itinerary send pins if available so he can distribute on the tour.
1999
Met with Robert Miller at NTA (PM). Doing MT in August for 2000, would like
"goodies" to hand out as they pass through each city. Grand Canyon-Old Faithful-YNP-Grizzly
Center-Virginia CIty-HelenaO/N, Missoula O/N, Great Falls-GNP-Bison Range. TM
to send info.
1997
Met with John Costello NTA (SR): getting more demand for the West. Looking for
new destinations between the parks in the Rocky Mountain region for 99. Continue
to need information for files.
1996:
Met with Lisa Shinefeld at Fall NTA (S): Have tried to sell National Park
itineraries. Do tours into YNP and the IMAX and Grizzly Discovery Center. Interested
in the Montana Blues Chuckwagon.
Sunshine Travel Co.
Peggy Howard
14898 Energy Way, Suite 950
Apple Valley, MN 55124
PHONE: 952-891-5900 FAX: 952-891-4429
CUSTOMER BASE:
Alumni
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00.Gerald and Barbara Krosnowski, Dawn Krosnowski and Peggy Howard attended
MT Night function at NTA. Brought 2 tours in 2000 and planning to bring 2-4
each year for the next 3 years.
Met with Peggy Howard at NTA (PM). Always looking for performance sites in any
city the visit. The set tour includes Hwy 200 to Lewistown for dinner and Great
Falls (O). Still a struggle with rest stop in Jordan Area. Looked at the possibilites
of a different route along hwy 12 into Great Falls. Will call if they need materials.
1999
Met with Dawn Krosnowski at NTA (PM). Working primarily with High School
groups. Needs high school performances in any city they visit. Struggling to
find restaurants where atmosphere is key, not necessarily a chain.
Also looking for a rest stop in the Jordan area.
11/9/99. Peggy Howard attended MT Nite function. Brought 3 tours in 1999, planning
to bring 3 per year 2000-2002.
1998
Met with at NTA (PM) Working with retirees and High School students. Would
like "exchange performances" for students. Unique dining experiences (event).
more info on Kalispell, Great Falls and the interpretive center. TM to send
GTPG, L&C brochure and slides.
1997
Met with Peggy Howard, NTA (PM): In 97 O/N in Great Falls enroute to Banff
and Lake Louise. For 98 looking for attractions, coffee break and lunch stop
on Hwy 200, she mentioned Lewistown. Will be in Great Falls July 15 and Kalispell
July 16.
1996:
Met with Gerald Krosnowski at Fall NTA (PM): Doing MT trips O/N in Kalispell,
Whitefish and Glasgow. Interested in more info on the Montana Blues Chuckwagon,
Bozeman, West Yellowstone and the IMAX. Wants to do a fam trip to GNP.
Tauck World Discovery
Louise Shumbris
276 Post Rd. West
Westport, CT 06880
PHONE: (203) 226-6911, FAX: (203) 227-1030
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000:
11/14/00 Brian Stacey attended the MT Night function at NTA. Brought 45 tours
to MT in 2000, planning 45 in 2001 and 65 in 2002 and 2003.
Also met with Brian Stacey at NTA on an extended appt. He is working with Flathead
Lake Lodge and Lone Mountain regarding rates and dates; will most likely go
with Lone Mtn. if rates can be negotiated since they provided good availability
dates. Tentative itinerary will be 2n at Grouse Mtn Lodge with tours of GNP,
down to Msla for a night; fly to Boz. and overnight for 2n at Chico to incl.
activities such as riding, hiking, rafting; then one night at Old Faithful,
then on to Lone Mtn for 3 nights. If ranch doesn't work out, he may consider
using the Big EZ , Mountain Meadow or the Summit House at Big Sky. Expects 32
pax on tours. Also interested in St. Mary's new lodge; gave him their packet.
Met with Michael Marino and Louise Shumbris at NTA (PM): Michael had questions
about GPI, referred him to Stephanie and Jenelle. Louise needs info on the LBHB
and the Indian Trading Post for lunch on the YNP tour.
August 15, 2000: Brian called and needs another GTPG, the one we sent was missing
two pages in the accommodation section. He has set up sight inspections at theCovered
Wagon, 9 Quarter Circle, Lone Mountain, 320, Parade Rest, B Bar, Chico. Mountain
Sky, Gallatin Gateway Inn, Fairmont Hot Springs, River Rock Lodge. Still trying
to get in contact with the 63 Ranch. Sent another GTPG. He will contact me after
his trip (9/12-24)and let me know how it went. He also may attend NTA this year.
June 26, 2000: Brian Stacey, New Product Development Manager called. They have
changed their name to Tauck World Discovery, and want to add some new product.
He has till Sept. 2000 to put together something for the 2002 program, and is
still interested in ranches for smaller groups of 30-32 pax. They are now willing
to look at smaller room blocks (18-20) or using two properties. Re:ranches,
they want to "charter" ranch for a time frame with a rotating 3 night stay.
45 day block in summer, or in summer overlapping either shoulder season. Looking
for more soft adventure and more interactive programs. Sent him a GTPG and TP
highlighted with ranches we discussed: 320 Ranch, Covered Wagon, Mtn Sky, Lone
Mtn, Tuckers Inn, Double Arrow. He is taking a competitors tour in Sept. 2000
and hopes to extend a few days to check out product. Brian's direct line is
203-221-6873; email is bstacey@tauck.com
1999:
Met with Louise at NTA (PM): she is product manager for the western region.
Has a YNP and Grand Teton tour that dips up into MT and included the LBHB, and
lunch in Cooke City. wants future expansion into MT with this tour using Blgs
or Boz as a gateway; wants info on air loads in both cities. TM send GTP, Red
Lodge, Cooke City info and Battlefield info.
Also met with Michael Marino, Senior Product Mgr at NTA (PM): Michael does Canada
tours which dip down into MT. Asked about jammers - their customers hate the
vans - GPI please stop by. MRRT please stop by with new tour info. TM send GTP
and slides of GNP.
1998:
8/9/99 Brian Stacey, Product Operations Manager, called for a GTPG, VG, TP,
HM and visitation statistics. He is in the process of developing tours for consideration,
and the tour mentioned below is included. Of the 30 tours that he'll develop,
only 8-10 will be accepted by the company. If a MT itinerary is chosen, he will
be out "before the snow flies" to inspect product. Sent materials 8/10.
Met with Tauck at NTA (extended appt request): Met with Phil, Keith Baron (Director
of Product Operations), Brian Stacey (Product Operations Manager) and Brandon
Dardanis (Product Mgr). They want to revive the tour that didn't work a few
years ago: MRRT to Boz (overnight at Gallatin Gateway Inn), on to Helena for
overnight (BWCI) then to GNP. Still wants to stay at Gallatin Gateway Inn and
BWCI. Also looking for upscale ranch/resort product; Triple Creek should contact.
TM send GTP.
1997:
Met with Michael Marino at NTA (PM). Still doing the CR and GNP tour and
stays in Park. Looked at train a couple years ago but couldn't get the land
arrangements to come together. No new plans for tours in MT.
SEA: running same tour as in 1996 with 44 departures.
1996:
Met with Chris Ryan at Fall NTA (PM): Trying to create New rail link tour,
interested in information on Chico Hot Springs.
SEA: Canadian Rockies/GNP, 43 departures. Calgary- Waterton- GNP(2O/N)-Lake
Louise
1995:
Met with Phil Otterson at Fall NTA (PM): Still trying to put something together
with Montana Rockies by Daylight. Take the train one way and return via coach.
Phil Otterson was out on an individual Fam. Wanted to put something together
with Montana Rockies Daylight.
SEA: Still spending two nights in GNP(Many Glacier and Lake McDonald) on their
CR tour. Had 47 departures scheduled.
Taylor Tours
James Ashby
6 Quince Avenue
Tell City , IN 47586
USA
PHONE: 812-547-1120 FAX: 812-547-1120
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Had appt. scheduled with Clifford Taylor at NTA (SR); James is taking only
his appts and no one else's at the booth; Clifford has pancreatic cancer and
did not attend. Just left card
1999:
Met in the Silent Auction area of NTA on 11/10/99. Does school groups only
but nothing in MT right now. Wants a new GTPG, invited him to attend MT nite
next year to learn more about MT.
Tour Brokers International
John Bamman
3049 Nationwide Parkway
Brunswick, OH 44212
PHONE: 330-225-5000 FAX: 330-225-2200
EMAIL:jbammantbi@aol.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Employee groups, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with John Bamman at NTA (OR). Barely comining into MT on a NW Cascade tour.
Need hotel in Whitefish or GPI a possibility. Another tour only comes into YNP.
Interested in L&C fam tour, slides and GTPG packet.
1998
12/21. NTA Online shows activity in Bozeman/Yellowstone and Kalispell.
1994:
Met with Kurt Wagar at Dallas NTA (PM): Had a special group out in 94: Amtraked
into SLC then coached to Idaho Falls - YNP - Helena(lunch) - GNP(O/N) - Amtraked
home. He was very impressed with GNP and has told all of his sales people to
really push it. Requested more info on that area and also on Virginia City
Travel Organizers
Larry Weygand
7373 S. Alton Way
Englewood, CO 80112
PHONE: (303) 771-1178 FAX: (303) 771-1157
EMAIL:lweygand@travelorganizers.com
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Larry Weygand at NTA (PM). Larry is new to this company, most tours
are preformed and presold. Planning 2002 tour. Has spent time in
Great Falls on tour, excellent reception amongst clients. Looking at doing Hub-n-spoke
tours out of Great Falls or Bozeman. TM to send GTPG packet.
4/00 NTA Online shows Bozeman (AMOS)
Travelnet
Mike Heim
67 County Road 76
Wabasha, MN 55981
PHONE: 651-565-3616 FAX: 651-565-0075
CUSTOMER BASE:
Travelnet works with Heritage Club Bank Clubs located throughout the United
States (180 parent banks representing 225,000 potential travelers) customizing
tour programs.
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Mike Heim at NTA (PM). Working on tour for August 4, 2001 the last
2 weeks of this month. Wants to see GPI as well as Big Mountain Association,
(especially for dinner function). A second tour that departs on July 22 needs
get acquainted dinner in Missoula, using the Fairfield, lunch at Superior then
into ID, coming back having lunch in Missoula, dinner in Billings at the Moss
Mansion, if possible. Discussed the drive times. Also wants MT to get onboard
with escortnotes.com. No materials at this time.
1999
Met with Betty Heim at NTA (PM). Mike Heim is the main contact. Work mainly
with bank clubs and provide those tour directors with escort notes and training.
Planning tours out of GA for upscale groups, 3 big meals and cocktails, want
new, exciting and unique places. Mike Heim is putting together a web site for
escort notes called, escortnote.com....need to check it out. TM to send info.
NTA online shows AMOS in Bozeman.
Trip & Travel, Inc.
Mary Ann Kahumoku
4347 West Tuscarawas Street
Canton, OH 44708
PHONE: 330-477-3482 FAX: 330-477-9145
EMAIL:tripntravel@aol.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Trip & Travel serves the local area with scheduled, customized and special
interest tours. We base our operation on service and quality. We operate tours
from one-day to two-weeks and try to include diversity rather than standard
itineraries.
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Mary Ann Kahumoku and Chuck Alexander attended MT Night function
at NTA. Planning to bring 1 tour in 2002 or 2003.
Met with Mary Ann Kahumoku at NTA (SR). Hoping for tour to MT in 2002. Will
do fly drive, takes to long to coach all the way. Prefers to use United or Delta,
has had bad experiences with Northwest. Excited for Montana Night. TM to send
GTPG packet.
1998
Met with Patricia Lewis NTA (OR). Works with very well traveled church groups
of age 70+ very conservative, that like unique things like techical or factory,
historical tours, choral or organ recitals, limited in walking and standing,
no bars or lounges in restauraunts. Are looking into traveling West of the Mississippi.
Interested with hotels that have competitively priced suites with all the ammenities
for 1999-2000.
1996:
Met with Mary Ann Kahumoku at Spring NTA (PM): She won the trip for two
at the Orlando Convention. We discussed her itinerary.
1995
Mary Ann Kahumoku was winner of MT nite.
Trips Unlimited, Inc.
Lyle Ceruti
5056 Taravella Rd
Marrero, LA 70072
PHONE: (504) 340-8747 FAX: (504) 347-0065
EMAIL:tripsun@bellsouth.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Our main emphasis is the senior group travel market. Our tour itineraries cover
the US and Canada, and range from 2-12 days. Our tours can be all motorcoach,
or a combination of air/motorcoach. Our primary marketing tool is our annual
tour catalog which is published in December. We also Customize tours for preformed
groups.
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Charles and Lyle Ceruti attended MT Night at NTA. Planning to bring
a tour in 2002.
Met with Lyle Ceruti at NTA (SR). 2001 is a done deal. Planning in spring for
future to include MT and CR. Needs to educate people in area about the prospect
of the MT region. Very interested in Montana Daylight train. Would fly in but
does not want to do open jaw tour. Send info on possible itineraries, needs
slides and NS video. Will call us if needs GTPG.
1999
Met with Lyle Ceruti at NTA (OR). Working with a preformed group to Black
Hills, possibly fly into Billings and do Southeast MT tour as well. 2001 looking
at a GNP tour. TM to send info.
1996:
Met with Lyle Ceruti at Spring NTA(PM): Tour mentioned below is not selling
well. She may have to cancel. It was an 18 day tour, she felt it was just too
long.
Turner Coaches, Inc.
Charles Beckwith
2135 E. Margaret Drive
PO Box 2852
Terre Haute, IN 47802-0852
PHONE: (812) 232-5252 FAX: 812-232-5252
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Church groups, School groups, Employee groups, Alumni, Young adults,
Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Charles at NTA(PM): interested in L&C; tied in L&C with
the Oregon Trail tour and it worked well. Reviewed what's new in MT; nothing
coming here in 2001 but looking at 2002 + for MT, ID and WY. May put together
a L&C tour for 2004. TM sent GTPG and L&C
1999:
Met with Annette Trotter at ABA(M): she is doing a GTNP, YNP, GNP tour and
will be in MT from 7/5-10/2000. Is in West Yellowstone on the 5th, Missoula
on the 6th, 7 and 8 in Kal/Whitefish/Big Mtn, and in GF on the 9th. Needs accommodations
and meal info in West and Msla, needs info on CM Russell Museum and L&C
interpretive center in GF. Staying at the Holiday Inn in GF but needs evening
meal idea since they rarely dine in the hotel. TM send video, tour shell sample,
posters, GTP
1998
7/98 Butch Beckwith called to request tour shells to use for promotion of
Lewis & Clark Trail trip.
1997
Met with Charles Beckwith Fall NTA (PM): Doing Oregon Trail out West and
Lewis & Clark Trail East, August of 1998. Staying in Missoula, Billings,
mentioned new center in Great Falls, looking for information on these areas.
Tye's Top Tour & Travel, Inc.
Mel Tye
380 D. W. Hwy.
Suite 4
Merrimack, NH 03054
PHONE: 603-424-4043 FAX: 603-424-1076
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, School groups, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Mel Tye at NTA (SR). Killed tours to GNP, not enough interest to
keep running them. Only coming into YNP area and do not plan on coming further
North in the near future. TM to send GTPG packet.
1998
12/21. NTA online shows activity in Kalispell (AMOS) and Bozeman (AMOS).
1996:
Met with Mel Tye at Fall NTA (S): Presently do CR and GNP and YNP tours.
Also travel some through Billings. Wants new restaurants and attractions info
in YNP area, maybe Chuckwagon dinners in Gardiner.
SEA: National Monument Tour, one depature. Sheridan, WY- Crow Agency-Cody-YNP
1995:
Met with Rachele Lamontagne at Fall NTA (O): Currently include GNP and Kalispell
on other itineraries. Would like information on escorts for the GNP area. Planning
new itineraries all the time.
Wells Gray Tours Ltd.
Roland Neave
250 Lansdowne Street
Kamloops, BC V2C 1X7
CANADA
PHONE: (604) 374-0831 FAX: (604) 374-2711
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Roland Neave attended MT Night at NTA. Brought 2 tours in 2000,
planning to bring 3 each year for the next 3 years.
Met with Roland Neave at NTA (PM). Did a Black Hills tour that included Great
Falls and Helena, but was to long. Interested in Fam tour to MT next August,
is taking family to YNP and doing some camping. Would like assistance with setting
up contacts at attractions and accommodations. Has used KwaTakNuk in the past
and would like to continue. Especially interested in those properties that are
Canadian friendly. Not necessary to send materials at this time.
1999
Met with Dawn Rueckl at NTA (PM). Not using MT as a destination, but wants
to develop MT itineraries. Need a new way to sell MT since it so similar to
Canadian Rockies. Looking for experience and industry tours. TM to send more
info.
1998
Met with Roland Neave NTA (PM). Doing tour mentioned below also includes Butte.
Exchange rate looking for at par or discount. Interested in Montana Rockies
Daylight Train and new hotels in West Yellowstone. TM to send insert.
1/8/98: NTA Online shows (O/N) in Kalispell, Great Falls, Bozeman/YNP, Helena,
Missoula and pass thru Billings.
1996:
Met with Roland Neave at Fall NTA (PM):Needs updated information from Great
Falls, Missoula, Kalispell, as well as Montana Rockies by Rail.
Western Leisure, Inc.
Susan Keate
1172 Brickyard Road, Suite 200
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
PHONE: (801) 467-6100 FAX: (801) 467-7301
EMAIL:michele@western-leisure.com
WEB: www.western-leisure.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
A receptive operator specializing in custom tours of the West. We feature itineraries
to many areas of the West including Yellowstone, Grand Canyon & Zion. We
are especially interested in unique attractions and events in the western states
and provinces. We also have an adventure tour product line & are interested
in destinations for smaller groups.
BACKGROUND:
2000:
Met with Susan at NTA (PM): had some questions about GPI policies; referred
her to Stephanie and Jennelle. MT tours going well.
1999:
Met with Michele at NTA (PM): doing programs for the Denver museum on L/C for
next four years. Ran into Clint in SLC airport and he gave her newest L/C brochure.
May have fam in our area next year and will contact. Keep updated. TM send GTP
and L/C group brochure.
1998:
Met with Michele at NTA (PM): Asian tours actually did well this summer,
got Nikko out of Tokyo for 2 series, will do 4 in 1999. Opening an office in
Tokyo after first of 1999, Michele's former assistant will be running it. Promoting
mostly National Parks. Have new adventure tour program "Pathfinder Vacations"
for 10-14 pax, going well and includes MT. Keep updated with new info. TM send
GTP with TP highlighted adventure.
1997:
Met with Mike who took appts for Michele at NTA (PM). Designing a new product
line - adventure tours for the 50's market, 7 day max, travel 150 miles only
per day. 15 pax. Has to develop something that's saleable. Interested in guest
ranch for 2-3 nights, fly-fishing, riding, etc. Would use YNP as a hook. Needs
ideas, info and sample itineraries.
1995:
Met with Michele Michaelwicz at Spring NTA: Buxiness as usual. Their Japanese
Market is up and European is down. Trying to really push their YNP in Winter
tour. Currently, their summer YNP tour does not include MT., however, the winter
tour O/N in West
Wisconsin Coach Tours
Jackie Kuehn
1520 Arcadian Avenue
Waukesha, WI 53186
PHONE: 262-542-3400 x152 FAX: 262-542-8191
EMAIL:Jackie.Kuehn@coachusa.com
CUSTOMER BASE:
Seniors, School groups, Employee groups, Young adults, Mixed adults
BACKGROUND:
2000
Met with Jackie Kuehn at NTA (SR). Nothing to our area currently with their
preformed groups. Was interested in Montana Daylight Train. TM to send GTPG
packet.
1998
Met with Jackie Kuehn NTA (SR). Did 8 day tour in Sept of 98 included MT,
Kalispell/Billings/YNP. Works with preformed groups and hoping to include MT
in 99. TM to send GTPG.
1997:
Met with Elise Kubiak at NTA (SR). Nothing in our area now, but is interested
in MT Rockies Train.
1994:
Met with Nancy Connair at Dallas NTA (PM): Running a 23 day trip that includes
GNP - staying in the park and then heading down to YNP via Livingston. No O/N
between GNP and YNP.
World Wide Country Tours, Inc.
Bob James
5939 Country Lane
Greendale, WI 53129
PHONE: 414-423-3989 FAX: 414-423-3944
EMAIL:countrytours.com
BACKGROUND:
2000
11/14/00 Nan Schmidt attended MT Night function at NTA. Brought 10 tours
into MT in 2000. Planning 10 in 2001; 12 in 2002; and 14 in 2003.
Met with Bob James at NTA (PM). Developing L&C themed tour from Billings
to Astoria, OR. Wants to pick up farm and ranch tours enroute, Billings-Great
Falls-Missoula. Intersted in L&C fam. Send slides from areas along route,
video and GTPG packet.
TOOL Report
Big Sky Country - Idaho Falls-West Yellowstone(O/N)-YNP(O/N)-ID
1998
Met with Bob James NTA (SR). Did 5 Big Sky tours in 98 looking at 6 for
99. Interested in the Montana Daylight Train, and new attractions wants itinerary
to include Missoula, Great Falls and GNP. TM to send slides on western theme
and GNP.
1997
Met with Steve Uelner NTA (OR): Planning 2 tours. (1) Start and end in Salt
Lake, hit Virginia & Nevada CIties, West Yellowstone and back to Salt Lake.
(2)plans for late June- Fly in and out of Spokane and will come into Western
Montana, Glacier down to Missoula and back. Also interested in Cattle Drive
information for 40 people as well as agriculture tours. Trying to bring the
country to life.
1994:
Met with Steve Uelner at Spring NTA (PM): Running a tour in June of 94 for
the first time. Glacier High Country Tour - Coeur d'Alene, Missoula (O/N), Kalispell
(2 O/N), Sand Point, Id. The tour highlights agriculture. He is interested in
doing more agriculture based tours in the state.