Nicky Astle from Rayburn Tours reflects on a recent virtual corporate member meetup.On 25 November we were lucky enough to be invited to a...
Our corporate member Rayburn Tours talk to us about how they tailor their concert tour packages to fit your music group.
Bespoke is a funny word. It’s a term that feels quite high-end, luxurious, and first class. We want to show that bespoke doesn’t mean we only target a high-end audience; it means that we cater to your needs, whatever type of group you are. We want to turn your vision into a reality.
What does 'bespoke' mean? The simpler definition is custom made. As a travel agency we take away the stress of planning, tailor our services to your group’s needs, and build the momentum of excitement from the moment you book. Here is how we custom make your tour.
No stress, no hassle
The best thing about booking a bespoke concert tour with a tour operator is that we will take away the stress and hassle of organising a tour for a large group. We know planning a trip can take up a lot of time, and we understand that rehearsal time is crucial for upcoming concerts. So, we want to ensure you are focusing on your group while we plan your concert tour. After all, we want you all to be excited for this! We will take care of all bookings for excursions, venues, accommodation, transportation and creating the itinerary. All we ask is that you collect passenger’s details and payments, and we’ll do the rest!
Personalised accommodations and travel
Finding accommodation and travel for a large group of people can be quite difficult. Booking with a specialised travel agency will ensure they have all the contacts to arrange everything to fit your group’s needs. If you have a large orchestra or choir that wants to travel abroad, we will ensure everyone is in the same hotel and that all equipment and instruments are transported accordingly.
Specialised repertoires
All concert venues will be booked to suit your group’s repertoire. Whether you perform popular or secular music, there is a venue for everyone! These venues can range from beautiful churches across your chosen destination to market squares filled with lively atmospheres. Any venue will allow your group to immerse themselves in the culture and perform in front of a brand-new audience. To help us find the perfect venue for you, we will send a questionnaire for you to fill out, so we can gather all the finer details of your group — repertoire, size, type of group, rehearsal time, performance time, and preferences — to ensure we can find your ideal venue and make it a tour of a lifetime!
Authentic experiences
Make it real, make it a vision for your members. Look at the examples of activities you can do on a concert tour. Concert tours are a way to connect with one another, it’s a bonding experience and a time where everyone is doing what they love together — and an opportunity for members to see the world and step out of their comfort zone! It’s more than just a family holiday — it’s fully immersing into difference cultures, stepping out of comfort zones, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. The best reward: seeing the hard work pay off through the joy your members show through music!
Turning dreams into reality
Bespoke doesn’t need to be a daunting word to mean high end, it just means custom made for everyone. You provide the budget and details, we will tailor the experience to meet your needs, creating the most amazing tour your group will experience. Whether your objective is to perform in some incredible venues, or you’re to have fun and create high energy moments, your vision will turn into an incredible reality!
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