We’re guessing that you’re feeling just like us, and would love to hop on a plane right now for your next great adventure. But until we can, travel memories from past years can keep those feelings of wanderlust going strong. Remember that time when something hilarious, inspirational, silly, meaningful, or eye-opening happened on your tour? What about that time your ensemble came together to deliver an unforgettable performance in a spectacular venue? Did one of your past travel experiences impact your life in the years since? If so, we want to know! Send us your favorite memories from any of your past trips so we can share them with the rest of the Encore travel community. Submissions received before April 1, 2021, will automatically be entered into a drawing to win one of five $250 Encore travel scholarships. There are several ways to submit your favorite photos and videos, so make sure to choose the options that work best for you. FOR PHOTO SUBMISSIONS Email any photo submissions to contests@encoretours.com.OR Follow us on Instagram, then either tag us in your photos or send us a direct message with the relevant information.OR Follow us on Twitter, then post your photo using the hashtag #EncoreTravelMemories. FOR VIDEO SUBMISSIONS Post your video on YouTube, then send an email to contests@encoretours.com that includes your name and a link to your video. This contest is open to everybody, and there’s no limit on how many photos or videos can be submitted. We want everybody to remember what makes group travel so special, whether it’s a special moment from one of your performances, a memorable sightseeing highlight, or a unique shared experience with your ensemble. Please don’t hesitate to send us all of your favorite memories! Winners will be announced on Facebook and Instagram during the last week of April 2021, and Encore Tours will contact winners via email or social media platforms to request information necessary to deliver prizes. Encore may also request high-resolution copies of the winning entry or entries. This is a great chance to win a travel scholarship for your next tour, and share your most cherished memories with other musicians who are missing travel right now. Please note that all submissions to the 2021 Memories Contest become the property of Encore Tours/ACIS. Entries cannot be returned for any reason. Have any questions or comments? Please email encoretours@acis.com to speak directly with a member of our team.
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