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Greg Shipley, CEO and co-owner
With over 35 years of experience working
with young people, Greg is recognized as a
leader in the travel industry. Greg has served
for six years in leadership positions both
as a Board of Director and as President of
the Student and Youth Travel Association
(SYTA) as well as serving on the Board of
Directors of the prestigious American Bus
Association (ABA). He holds professional
certifications of CTP from the National Tour Association (NTA), CSTP
from SYTA, and CTIS from ABA.
Tim Branson, Senior Consultant
Tim joined Academic Travel Services when the
company began almost 25 years ago. Tim has
planned and executed nearly 1,500 trips in
that time and has consistently gained only
the highest praise from his clients. He holds
professional certifications of Certified Student
Travel Planner (CSTP) from the Student Youth
Travel Association.
James Weaver, Senior Consultant
James joined Academic Travel Services in
1998. He has planned and executed over 1,200
successful and rewarding trips. James has been
honored by the Walt Disney Company as a top
producer for the past 16 years.
Kenneth Wooten, Senior Consultant
Kenneth is the “young whipper snapper” of
the sales team since he’s “only” been with
Academic Travel Services for 17 years and
over 1,000 trips. Kenneth was a classroom
teacher for ten years and served on several
church staffs as an associate pastor involved
with the youth before joining our sales
team. He holds professional certifications
of Certified Student Travel Planner (CSTP)
form the Student Youth Travel Association.
Why Travel With
ACADEMIC TRAVEL SERVICES?
Academic Travel Services was born in 1995 as a dream of former educators who wanted to promote affordable,
educational, and fun tours for school groups. After 25 years, 10,000 trips, over 300,000 participants, and millions of
lasting memories, Academic Travel Services is recognized as a leader in the student travel industry both in experience and
integrity. Here are the 4 biggest reasons to travel with Academic Travel Services:
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Our team receives highest quality educational resources
available. Through Professional Development Seminars, your
ATS representative has the opportunity to learn up-to-date
information on:
Providing quality service to customers;
Finding the hottest new destinations;
Protecting the environment;
Accommodating disabled travelers;
Promoting healthy traveling;
Understanding government regulations
...and much, much more!
The ongoing educational programs and training opportunities
offered to us by ABA & SYTA provides our company with the
knowledge we need to provide your group with the high quality
tour you expect.
PEACE OF MIND
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Worry Free Transportation – Whether the mode is motor
coach, air, cruise or rail, transportation that we arrange is
provided by experienced professionals.
Reputable Hotels and Restaurants – Researched ahead of
time, all properties must meet the high requirements of our
tour company.
High Quality Attractions – Our company has explored the
attraction and understands the best and safest way to enjoy it –
and how much time to spend there.
Tour Experts – A knowledgeable travel consultant will
assist you in planning your trip and a well-informed and
trained tour director will accompany your group to deal with
unexpected situations, allowing you to enjoy your trip without
any uncertainty.
PROTECTION FOR
YOUR DEPOSITS
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The Student Youth Travel Association (SYTA) as well as
Academic Travel Services recognizes the importance of providing
protection to the traveling public. As a participant in their
Consumer Protection Program, your payments to our company,
will be covered under SYTA’s bonding program.
Certified Members for nearly 25 years
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