It was a pleasure working with Debra. She was always available and tremendously helpful whenever I needed her help.
Leeesha - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
I have now taken two trips with Debra at the helm. One, in which Debra herself was with us, and the latest with Joe and Cathy Clarke as our guides. On both trips I was personally very well taken care of, and I so appreciate the extra attention. I want it to be noted that this past trip with Joe and Cathy was amazing. Not simply the trip itself, but their involvement with us as a group. They not only took care of business, but rode the bus with us, engaged with us personally, laughed with us, appreciated and spoke highly to us about our kids. We had a ball with them! Please feel free to send them with us on every trip! And please include Marshall the bus driver! <br/>Thanks again Debra! You are so kind and your care for us as clients and individuals is amazing!
Martha - Universal Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Debra is on top of things all the time. She is very detailed with information and helps us directors get through all the "red tape" and paperwork so we can focus on the students. She is very calm and collected when there is any problem that arises.
Brad T - Universal Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Very professional and very helpful
Clark Shaw Eagles - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Our experience with Mrs Debra was incredible. Debra and her staff were on top of their game the entire planning process as well as the trip itself. Our students fell in love with our tour guides Mr and Mrs Clarke and they instantly became part of our band family. We loved every second of time that was spent on our trip and will be using Mrs Debra and her crew for our next trip for sure!
Anthony - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Debra is always ready to accommodate the needs of our group. When I ask for something that she may not know at the time, she is quick to find out the information and get it to me. The students loved the schedule that she created for their Orlando trip and the dinner show that she found for them. She is the best, and that is why I've chosen her for my agent for the past 10 years!
Mrs. Amanda Sells - Universal Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
"Our spring trip to Disney World and Universal Studios-Orlando was a wonderful experience for our students, parents, and chaperones. We attended the Technology of Disney Parks workshop at Disney Imagination Campus, which offered my technical theatre and design students an opportunity to go backstage Epcot and experience the Disney Magic in a whole new way. We also attended performances of Cirque du Soliel's DRAWN TO LIFE and Disney's FANTASMIC. Debra Smith at Travel Leaders always does an incredible job organizing these trips for our department. She has been my student travel wizard for over a decade and she never disappoints. Whether it's your first trip with students and you'd like to stick to a "tried and true" itinerary, or you'd like to branch out and go off of the beaten track, Debra will lead you through the process with ease and offer consistent support during your travels. Nobody does it better!"<br/><br/>-Eric Browne, Baker High Theatre Depar
Eric - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Always outstanding. I have taking many trips with 1000s of students through Debra and there is no one better.
Disney Band Trip - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Working with Debra takes the stress out of planning. She takes care of and has thought of everything, leaving you to worry about the students and that's it! This level of trip would not be possible for me with out her. Already planned out a year in advance and constantly kept us updated on events and any changes. Her and her staff were available and communicating the entire time! This was round two with her and we are already working on round three! (And 4!)
Jason Warren - MGM High School Band Director - Gatlinburg ~ Tennessee ~ USA
I would book Travel Leaders to take me and my students literally anywhere. The professionalism, kindness, and incredible promptness that Debra Smith and her team offers in handling your tour absolutely cannot be beat. In my twenty two years of teaching I have traveled literally around the world with students, and I have never been more impressed with a travel partner than I have been with Travel Leaders for the last two tours for my band. They solve problems almost before I have even alerted them that the problem exists, and do it with humor and extraordinary competence. I highly recommend Travel Leaders if you are looking to take your musical ensemble, or any other group of students on tour. You will not be disappointed!!
M. Sticka - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
The Theodore High School Band had an excellent experience in our trip to Gatlinburg, TN. This was my first overnight trip I organized as a director and Travel Leaders helped make it go smoothly. The customer service was appreciated during the pre-trip process, as many students and parents had questions along the way. Students and parents were able to conveniently pay online, and Travel Leaders was very accommodating by working in our fundraisers through the school. Thank you to Debra, Jeni, and the rest of the team - I will begin planning our next trip now!
Ben Ivey - Gatlinburg ~ Tennessee ~ USA
I have worked with Debra several times throughout the years and the experience has been nothing but enjoyable and professional. We have traveled with anywhere between 100 and sometimes over 200 people. She's the best in the business of group travel, and will not hesitate to continue to use her for future trip planning with the marching band.
G. Puckett - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Deborah Smith and her Travel Leaders team has made planning a cross-country trip much easier. Deborah is incredibly responsive and helpful. The key to the success of any endeavor is preparation and follow-through; Travel Leaders excels at guiding us through the process and decisions while also being flexible and incorporating our ideas into the itinerary. Travel Leaders makes it possible for incredibly busy music teachers to plan for the experience as stress-less as possible.
Chandra - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Ms. Debra was so patient with me getting everything finalized on my end. Ms. Debra and her team were very organized and helpful during the planning process and during our trip.
TRIO - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Debra has provided the easiest means of planning and organizing trips for my students. She has been a true joy to work with.
Josh - Universal Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Debra Smith provided an awesome trip for us! The best part is that she planned everything to the last detail, put a comprehensive itinerary in my hand and was at our destination ready to handle room ckeck-in. I had a worry free trip!
Sid - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
I have worked with Debra Smith for over a decade and she is absolutely fantastic. Every facet of our trips are planned and organized professionally and I never have to worry about anything. She is easy to work with, punctual and makes every effort to make our trips fun and exciting. I high recommend Debra and Travel Leaders!
Jamar Dumas - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
I would like to thank Travel Leaders for organizing and executing a phenomenal trip for the Fairhope High School Band. From the very beginning planning stages to the final day of the trip, we received top notch service and assistance. Debra Smith was always ready and willing to help with any questions or concerns we had during the trip preparation and then during the trip, we received excellent service from Chuck and Nettie Hawkins. The two of them anticipated our needs, helped with any issues, and made our experience smooth and stress free. <br/> <br/>I have used Debra Smith for student group travel for the past 11 years and will continue to do so!<br/> <br/>Thank for your service!
Fairhope Band - Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
