David

French, Ctp

36 years of experience
Statesboro, GA
United States of America (USA)

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"Someone once told me that time was a predator that stalked us all our lives. I rather believe that time is a companion who goes with us on the journey and reminds us to cherish every moment, because it will never come again. What we leave behind is not as important as how we've lived.

About

I started in the Tour and Travel Industry in 1985, my very first tour was to Niagara Falls Canada. Over the years I have escorted and guided tours to many destinations throughout the US and Canada, from 1 – 22 days in length.  I love creating a wonderful memorable experience for my guest seeing the itinerary come to life.  I have led tours for both senior and the student tour market.  I always give student tours a wonderful learning experience.   Over the years in addition to Tour Directing, I have owned and operated my own NTA Member Tour Company, I have worked in Group Sales for the Clarion Hotel, and I also owned my own Tour Coaches.  So, I have a wide range of experience in the Tour and Travel Industry.  I have seen a lot over the years and many changes.  My first love of this industry is Tour Directing.   I’m outgoing, organized, can think fast on my feet, can handle many different situations and can work with guest from all backgrounds and personalities.   I’m a seasoned Tour Director that would like to put my many years of experience to work for you. 

Tours Offered & Destination Knowledge

Bus ToursCultural/Specialty ToursGeneral Walking ToursLarge Group ToursLocal GuideMulti-Day Tour Director/LeaderPrivate ToursStudent Tour Director

New England / North East
Boston, New York City,
Philadelphia, Mystic, Cape Cod,
Martha’s Vineyard, Lancaster
VT, NH, ME, PA, CT, RI, NY, NJ
Washington DC Maryland
and Virginia
Richmond, Charlottesville,
Williamsburg, Jamestown,
Baltimore, MT Vernon
South
Myrtle Beach, Charleston,
Savannah, Golden Isles of GA,
Atlanta, New Orleans, NC, SC,
GA, FL, LA
Tennessee
Nashville, Memphis, Chattanooga,
Pigeon Forge
Mid-West
St. Louise, Hannibal, Branson
MO, IL,
Northwest and Southwest
Flagstaff, Houston, Dallas, Grand
Canyon, Mt Rushmore, Grand
Teton, Yellowstone, Jackson Hole,
Seattle, Devils Tower, Cody, Las
Vegas, Panhandle of TX, Salt Lake
City
TX, OK, UT, CO, MT, WY, NM,
NV, WA
Eastern Canada and Maritime
Nova Scotia, PEI, Cape Breton,
New Brunswick, Cabot Trail,
Evangeline Trail, Light House Trail,
Halifax, Toronto, Niagara Falls

Fun Fact!
I like Karaoke.
Hobbies & Interests
In my free time, I like spending quality time with my spouse of 37 years. Home projects, reading, watching the history channel and watching documentaries. I love to travel in my local area taking day trips to Savannah and Tybee Island. Travel to Florida visiting family. I'm also an avid stamp collector and I love old phones, While I don't have a big collection of old phones, I have a few and yes, they are hooked up to my landline and in working order.

Testimonials

References and trip evaluation forms are available upon request. 

You may also contact Roger Baker at Kelly Tours in Charleston, SC and David Chason in the Savannah, GA office for a reference.    

Details

Gateway Airport(s)

SAV

Licenses

Washington, D.C.

Training

Language(s)

English

Additional Education

I hold a CTP with the National Tour Association and Temple University, (Certified Tour Professional) Areas of study - Administration and Leadership, Sales, Marketing and Finance.  This CTP required proven experience in Tour Directing.  Choice Hotel Certified in Group Sales and Catering.   TripSchool online Courses. (TripSchool Certificate of Completion) 

General Availability

I currently have availability March, April, August and December of 2022.

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