Meet the Team
Eddie Dalton
Travel Designer
Eddie is no rookie when it comes to organizing events and tourism. Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, Eddie began his journey through the hospitality industry at Universal Studios Florida where he worked in Attractions Operations at Transformers the Ride 3D and ended his time with Universal as a Team Leader at E.T. Adventure. He then continued his journey with Hilton Hotels where he was a Rooms Coordinator, providing room accommodations for groups of students that were coming to perform at Disney Springs and Walt Disney World. After obtaining his bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership, he made the move to Indiana where he became an Account Executive with an event company, building successful conventions and trade shows from scratch for a multitude of spectators to attend. Eddie has completed his cycle through the hospitality industry and now gets to share his wealth of knowledge, as well as his experiences, with students across the world with Educational Destinations!
Having an entire family formed of drum majors and drummers, Eddie was introduced to the art of marching band and musical performances at a young age. Eddie started as a percussionist in middle school, followed by marching snare with Freedom HS (FL) for four years. In 2011, he performed on behalf of the school’s Concert Band, as well as the Advanced Percussion Ensemble at Music for All National Festival. In 2012, Eddie performed at NYU in the Freedom HS Advanced Percussion Ensemble. Upon graduation, he marched snare with Infinity Percussion in both 2015 and 2016. After his performing days came to an end, Eddie took what he learned over the course of his life and started teaching high school marching bands as a visual and snare technician during the marching season.
Are you looking for Travel for your students?
At Educational Destinations, each program is custom-designed to meet your group's wishes, with no hidden costs. Our company is led by accomplished educators, dedicated to anticipating and exceeding your needs.
The Trip Account app is offered to our groups as they travel.
Included in your trip, group leaders, staff, chaperones and travelers will use the information packed, versatile Trip Account App during their travels.
Powerful Director Tools
Interactive Checklists, Pop Up Communications, Emergency Notifications.
Tools for all travelers
Live Itineraries, Group Messaging, Photo Gallery and much more.
Everything you need for your next trip.
The Trip Account app is available for iPhone and Android.
See our difference
It’s no surprise that Educational Destinations sets and exceeds student travel standards. We aim to provide the best service, communication, experience and safety for all of our groups. When researching for your travel provider, please download this PDF checklist HERE to ensure that your group is taking advantage of all of the essential building blocks of a successful, safe, and FUN trip! If you have questions or are ready to get started on your next trip, please call 800.616.1112 or request your customized quote.
Custom Designed Trips
ED will create a custom designed trip for your group that is shaped by your priorities, goals and wishes, and powered by your passions. ED is committed to listening and working one-on-one with you to build the perfect trip for your students. There are no stock trips here - just your trip.
Group Travel Specialists
Led by award-winning teachers, ED exceeds the needs and expectations of students, teaching staff, parents and administrators. ED anticipates group needs and delivers group wishes, without surprises or hidden costs. Our experience and expertise enable us to bring the best quality trips, events, experiences and opportunities to your group.
All-Inclusive Price
ED’s custom trips are cost-effective and inclusive, without hidden costs – a great value for your travelers. Charter coaches, flights, hotels, meals, sightseeing, events, taxes and gratuities are covered for each traveler. A 24/7 Emergency Contact System is included for each traveling group.
Cutting Edge Technology
Through ED's parent company, ED is the only student travel company providing its own free, secure, proprietary Trip Account App to all travelers: students, staff, parents, chaperones and administrators. Features include real time itinerary, messaging for updates, reminders and check-ins, opt-in geo-fencing and payment system.
Personal Tour Director
A signature feature of every trip is the ED Tour Director, always right by the teacher’s side, managing all travel aspects of your trip: transportation, events, meals, lodging, tickets and more. Our TD’s training and management skills let the teacher focus on the students and education.
Safety is Priority #1
ED is pro-active on safety, sending the Tour Director World Aware® alerts, sharing best practices in travel safety, emergency procedures and travel hints with chaperones and staff, ensuring traveler accountability, monitoring vendor service/performance and tellng travelers of changes or emergencies with the Trip Account App.
Trusted Leader in Travel
ED is an active member of these respected travel suppliers and organizations: Walt Disney World & Disneyland, Universal Orlando, American Bus Association, National Band Association, National Tour Association, Student Youth Travel Association and more. View all ED’s partners and awards here.
Doing the right thing
ED is deeply committed to high quality educational group travel. We love what we do, and we work hard to do it better than everyone. Creating memorable performance trips that leave positive, life-changing impressions on your students and community is a privilege that we don’t take lightly. Please talk to us about your next trip.
Blog Posts
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Travel with Special Considerations or Dietary Restrictions
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Top European Destinations
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Getting parents involved in your educational trip.
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Getting Groups Through Airport Security
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Choosing the right educational student group travel company.
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Disney on Broadway with Educational Destinations.
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Time for some heavy lifting. Before your trip becomes a reality, some homework has to be done. Don’t worry, Educational Destinations is here to help... learn more
See why teachers are excited about Educational Destinations...
At Educational Destinations, each program is custom-designed to meet your group's wishes, with no hidden costs. Our company is led by accomplished educators, dedicated to anticipating and exceeding your needs.