Dear Tamara, I’m so delighted to be able to introduce you to the amazing destination that is New York and to guide you through the fully customized itinerary that we’ve designed for your performance tour. Your travel experience is completely personalized to meet your musical goals and travel desires; our service will be utterly seamless, and your peace of mind totally assured thanks to our guaranteed prices without surcharge or supplement and our industry-leading protection plans. And what truly sets your Encore experience apart from any other? Maybe it’s our spectacular venues, handpicked for their ability to enchant and engage, coupled with guaranteed audiences to elevate every performance. Or our world-leading tour managers who bring every destination to life and handle the tiniest detail. Of course it could also be our meticulous planning, personal attention and comprehensive support before, during and after your tour! Whatever you need, an Encore tour transcends the ordinary and gives you a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Let Encore Tours make your dream performance tour a reality! Let’s talk soon!Julian 617 958 9501 Visit Your TripSite Traveler Resources Your Encore Benefits Guaranteed Land Rates We do not raise our prices based on currency fluctuations in the marketplace. This alleviates any unwelcome currency surcharges during the planning period or immediately prior to travel. The Best Tour Managers Around Our Tour Managers are repeatedly evaluated and praised as being the best in educational travel, and they are available to you 24 hours per day. The tour manager stays in the same hotel as the group, and coordinates hotel check-ins, restaurant reservations, and concert venue availability and rehearsal time. These representatives also deliver the educational portion of the tour with detailed historical commentary during travel. Protection Plans for Everyone All participants are covered at no extra cost by our Basic Protection Plan covering health insurance overseas and trip cancellation/interruption in case of illness. Participants also have the option to upgrade to our Ultimate or Ultimate Plus plans, which include the ability to cancel for any reason up to four days before departure and still receive a full refund. Additionally, all Encore participants travel with an automatic $15,000 health protection plan. Financial Security Encore Tours and our parent company, ACIS, carry a $50 million general liability insurance policy to protect our groups. In addition, as an Active Member of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), we post a $1 million indemnity bond as part of USTOA’s Travelers Assistance Program. Online Billing We are excited to offer the choice of group billing or direct billing and will gladly work with your preference. With group billing you will receive an invoice with each participant’s balance and payment due prior to the due date. If you decide to enroll your group in direct billing Encore will mail invoices to each participant for all payments due. Accounts can also be accessed 24 hours a day on our website and payments can be made online with MasterCard and Visa for no additional cost. This is the suggested payment plan, however you can adjust it according to the group’s needs. Automatic Payments Plan Encore offers an auto-pay option for all participants signed up for individual billing. Enrollment in the plan is free and funds are withdrawn from the participant’s checking account on a regular basis, with the last payment being processed 45 days prior to departure. 24-7 Overseas Coverage Encore has offices overseas in the event of an emergency. In addition, US staff are always available to ensure you are receiving a quality travel experience, before, during and after your concert tour. All land arrangements including concert bookings and promotion are provided directly by Encore’s affiliate offices, offering the highest quality services and the very best value to our clients. Graduate Level Credits Enhance your professional development! Directors and participants have the opportunity to earn graduate-level credits through their tour experience and participation in our Prelude events. These educational opportunities not only enrich your tour but also contribute to your lifelong learning and professional growth. Tour Inclusions Luxury Motorcoach with driver throughout your tour Accommodation at centrally located 3-star hotel Rooming in quad room occupancy for students Rooming in twin/double occupancy for up to a maximum of 10 chaperones Breakfast and dinner daily All sightseeing and entrances as featured in the itinerary Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout your program Basic gratuities for the tour manager and bus drivers Arrangements for 1 concert performance opportunity All concert arrangements include venue rental and allocation, all necessary concert permits, all pre-concert advertisement, and on-site concert assistance Pre-concert rehearsal time, where possible What’s Not Included? Additional instrument transporation Music stands Any meals not listed in your itinerary Printeed programs for the concerts Allocations of specific seat assignments on flights where applicable Pricing Options TravelersPriceFree Spots90$1,579295$1,5392100$1,4992 Based on “Land only” by road from Richmond VA, accommodating the group in quad-occupancy rooms Payment Deadlines DateAmountAugust 31st, 2024$250September 30th, 2024$750November 18th, 2024Balance due Sample Venues Please note that venues are not confirmed until expressly stated by your Program Consultant. Sample Hotels Traveling on a performance trip is a moving experience, and our goal is to ensure that all travelers have a life-changing experience. We also know that time is money, and comfort is essential. That’s why, when you’re touring with Encore, you will always stay in well-located, three- or four-star hotels—right in the heart of the destination you came to see. Hotel Edison Times Square New York Ideally located in Times Square, this historic 4-star hotel, established in 1930, features Art Deco design and modern amenities. Guests enjoy Classic and Signature rooms with flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and air conditioning. The hotel offers concierge services, 24-hour business and fitness centers, and on-site dining at Bond 45 and Friedman’s. Nearby attractions include Rockefeller Center and the Empire State Building. Learn More Have any additional questions? Reach out to your program manager directly, or contact us for any assistance. Contact Us