Tours de Sport was created by skiers and travel professionals with 30 years of experience. A one-size fits all approach might work well for some things, but we think ski vacations should be tailored to you. Our Ski Travel Specialists help you tailor your vacation to fit your needs and budget. It's important to know that our specialists are life long ski enthusiasts. Their expertise and commitment are fueled by a genuine love of the sport. Count on us for personalized service and accurate, unbiased information. Whether you're traveling with friends or planning a corporate outing, leave the details to us. We'll deliver a high quality ski vacation at a competitive price.
For Eastern Destinations, our agents are available:
- Monday - Thursday: 9AM - 7PM EST
- Friday: 9AM - 5:30PM EST
- Saturday: 10AM - 4PM EST
- Sunday: 10AM - 3PM EST
For Western Destinations, our agents are available:
- Monday - Thursday: 7AM - 5PM MST
- Friday: 7AM - 3:30PM MST
- Saturday: 8AM - 2PM MST
- Sunday: 8AM - 1PM MST
» Cecil Carver
National Director of Sales
Baltimore Office
A Baltimore native, Cecil has been with Tours de Sport since June of 1991, when rear entry boots were still the rage. An avid, if not technically proficient skier, he has skied at least one run at most of the major ski resorts in the US and Canada, even Alyeska in Alaska. Cecil is a 1985 graduate of the University of MD (go Terps!) with a degree in Economics & Human Resources. When the snow is gone, Cecil enjoys golf & bass fishing. He resides in Belcamp, MD with his wife Wendy and kids, Jocelyn & Andrew.
» Matthew Frost
Ski Vacation Specialist
Baltimore Office
Matt arrived at Tours de Sport in August 2004. He is a graduate of Virginia Tech, completing an Economics degree in 1996 and an MBA in 1998. At Tech, he was the starting goaltender on the ice hockey team, and also served two years as head coach. In 1999, Matt spent a year on the PGA Tour as a marketing specialist. Previously, he worked in the group sales office at Killington ski resort, as well as two years with the Frederick Keys, a minor league affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. Matt resides in New Market, MD, with his wife Venus.
» Lance Cygielman
Western Division Manager
Jackson Hole, WY Office
Born in Miami Beach Florida, but sadly we moved up north when I was very young and I spent 4th grade thru High School in New Jersey.
I skied for the first time when I was 13 in the Canadian Laurentians and life has never been the same since (it was a powder day).
As president of our high school ski club, I should have known a career in the ski travel industry was inevitable.
After college I spent 2 years in Aspen and Vail and knew that some day I wanted to live in the mountains.
I have been in the travel industry for over 27 years and I am very fortunate to have skied and travelled to resorts through out the US, Canada, Europe and South America.
My wife Marian and our 21 year old kitty Gertie are very fortunate to call Jackson Hole, Wyoming home (now going on 18 years) and we enjoy all 4 seasons that Wyoming has to offer.
We love to travel and experience new cultures and take every opportunity to see the world when we can.
» Samantha Norberg
Ski Vacation Specialist
Baltimore Office
Samantha (on the left), affectionately known as Sam, arrived by chance at Tours de Sport in June of 1996. Now, department manager for our Winter Weekend Getaway division, she continues to work in the field each winter and has been known to occasionally hit the slopes. Samantha has been to numerous ski resorts in the Northeast & although not an avid skier, she can let you know where to find the best Après Ski locations & where to shop for the perfect souvenir! She currently resides in Rehoboth Beach, DE enjoying her off time chilling on the beach & traveling!
» Michael Boike
Ski Vacation Specialist
Virginia Office
Growing up in North Carolina did not offer many opportunities for good skiing, but my first trip to Winter Park Colorado at age 7 hooked me on skiing all the same. While in school at Virginia Tech I was the president of the ski club, and enjoyed a number of trips up to Vermont each year. After two ‘work study’ winter in Sugarbush VT I was sure I would be working in the ski industry.
The logical move after I finished up college was to move out to Boulder CO. 18 years later I still wake up each day excited to help each client have the best travel experience from start to finish. Having skied all over both the Eastern and Western US, Canada, and most of Europe I have more than likely skied wherever you are planning to head this Winter! My favorite ski area in the world (since 1998) would still be Fernie, BC. Cool, quiet, great powder, and low key.
» Shelley Quinn
Ski Vacation Specialist
Whistler, Canada Office
Shelley first started skiing at age 2 at the London Ski club in Ontario (not much bigger than a mole-hill!!). She then moved north to the bigger ski hills in Ontario – Beaver Valley, Blue Mountains, and Mont-Tremblant in Quebec. After graduating from the University of Western Ontario, she headed straight for the BIG mountains, heading West to Vancouver, and then to the Alps in France.
Shelley has been fortunate enough to live & work in Ski resorts all over the world over the past 20 years, including France, Switzerland, New Zealand, Japan & Canada, with jobs ranging from Ski Instructing & guiding, to owning a Ski & Golf Tour Company in Whistler BC for 10+ years.
» Alyssa Davis
Ski Vacation Specialist
Montana Office
Originally from New Jersey, Alyssa learned to ski in mount Snow Vermont. She moved to Colorado later in life to pursue her love of skiing.
After a couple of years in the front range, she and her husband decided to get away from the big city and simplify their lives by moving to Montana. Alyssa is frequently seen making turns at Big Sky and Jackson. She puts in quite a bit of time in the backcountry also.
Living in close proximity to so many great ski areas and being in the ski industry for the past 13 years, she has had the privilege to check out most of the resorts in western North America, South America and Europe.
» Julie Stepniewski
Ski Vacation Specialist
Colorado Office
Skiing is in Julie's blood. She grew up skiing all over the Western United States and Canada. She lived in Steamboat Springs from 1985-1990, Denver from 1990-1994 and has been in the Aspen area for 17 years. She skied extensively all over Colorado, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, Canada, California and Utah. In addition, she has toured the lodging entities at these resorts. Her client base is from all over the USA and she is able to find her clients the best air schedules, lodging (either resort style hotels or condominium), lift tickets, ground transportation, ski rentals and lessons at most every resort in the Western United States and Canada. Whether you are looking for high-end lodging or moderate accommodations, she can plan your vacation for you. With her first hand knowledge and attention to detail, she will make sure that your trip to snow country is exactly what you want. In addition, she is very familiar with family skiing and the best resorts that cater to families since she has traveled extensively with her own.
» Pete Kondak
Ski Vacation Specialist
Jackson Hole Office
Pete has been a resident of the Rocky Mountains for the past 14 years. After moving to Missoula, Montana for college from New Jersey in 1996 there was no moving back to the East Coast. Pete has worked in the ski travel industry for over 10 years living in various mountain communites including Park City, Aspen, and Jackson Hole. He has had the great fortune to visit ski resorts in Europe, South America, New Zealand, and through out North America. When he is not in the office planning your vacation you can usually find him outside in the mountains or planning his own next international getaway.
» John Calderwood
Ski Vacation Specialist
New Hampshire Office
John has lived in New Hampshire for most of his life; currently residing in New London and is a life long skier as well as a golfer. He has many years experience in the ski industry beginning with 10 years with Pats Peak Ski Area in Henniker NH, followed by several years with Carroll Reed ski shops based in North Conway NH and for the last ten years, selling ski & golf packages. He has been with Tours de Sport since 2005 and has a wealth of knowledge in the industry and with the resorts with a special emphasis on the New England areas.
» Ed Holofcener
President
Baltimore, MD
West Palm Beach, FL
Ed was born and raised in Baltimore, MD and was practically born with a pair of skis on his feet, starting at age 2. Happily married for almost 30 years (Wow!) they have a son in law school in MD and a daughter out in the real world in Minneapolis, MN. Ed still loves to ski (even though his wife is not really a “cold weather” person). As such, he and wife Janine are now “snowbirds” and avoid living in the cold weather by spending over ½ the year in West Palm Beach, FL. He is also an avid golfer and they travel quite a bit playing some great courses, including Pebble Beach in 2011. Check that off the bucket list! Ed and his brother Rick own Tours de Sport, founded in 1982, which is celebrating it's 30th anniversary in 2012. They also own Golf Zoo, one of the largest golf travel companies in the US.
» Rick Holofcener
CEO
Chiang Mai, Thailand Office
Rick, a serial entrepreneur, has started many travel related businesses since 1982 including Tours de Sport, Golf Zoo, EasyRes Technologies, and ResLogic. His 25+ years experience operating leisure travel companies coupled with his experience creating reservation systems and online booking engines for the travel industry has helped keep their travel businesses on the cutting edge. Rick is currently living in Chiang Mai, Thailand with his wife and 2 daughters and enjoys playing golf as often as possible.
» Jean Kmiec
Financial Manager
Baltimore Office
Born and raised in Baltimore, Jean's attempts at skiing revolved around the Annual Spider Sabich Memorial Ski Club trek to Seven Springs. That lasted about 4 years and then it was time for a new sport and a new boyfriend. Started with Tours de Sport in 2001 as the Financial and Personnel Manager and she has stayed safely behind her desk ever since.
» Chad Orton
eMarketing Manager
Baltimore Office
Chad has lived in Upstate NY for most of his life, so he knows all about winter weather and has shoveled his fair share of snow in his day. After graduating from SUNY Oswego with a degree in Marketing, he moved south to the Baltimore area. Due to his interest in marketing & computers, he joined the Tours de Sport team in 2004 as the eMarketing Manager and finds online marketing very enjoyable. A new dad, he also enjoys spending time with his daughter and family when away from work.
» Kris Jordan
Operations Manager
Baltimore Office
Born and raised outside of Washington, DC. In 1999 she graduated from Shepherd University with a degree in Business. She moved to Baltimore in 2003 to marry her high school sweetheart and join the Tours de Sport team. She had skied every few years as a child but caught the snowboard bug 10 years ago. Her goal is to make it down the slopes without falling one day. For now she will continue to try and enjoy watching the professionals on TV.
» Nate Hunter
Graphic Designer/Marketing Assistant
Baltimore Office
Nate, a Towson University alumnus, started at Tours de Sport in 2005. With a background in graphic design and marketing, he's contributed his insight to everything from websites to marketing plans and brochures. When not at work meeting nigh impossible deadlines, Nate likes to spend his free time enjoying good food and friends, and of course the arts.
» Cindy Keresztes
Operations Department
Jackson Hole, WY Office
Cindy went to Jackson Hole, WY for a ski vacation in 1989 and never left. She has worked in the travel industry for 20 years and the ski industry for the past 10 years, joining Tours de Sport in 2009. In the winter you can find her searching out the steepest and deepest terrain she can find and in the summer she has just started to learn about the game of golf. Off seasons are spent searching out the finest Caribbean beaches and big game hunting in the great mountains of Wyoming.
» Craig Lipinski
Operations Assistant
Baltimore Office
Craig spent his entire life in the Baltimore area, currently residing in Towson. He is a recent graduate of Towson University, earning a degree in Marketing. In January 2008, he started at Tours de Sport as a Marketing Assistant Intern and most recently has been working in the Operations Department as the Operations Assistant. In his free time, he enjoys jamming on his guitar to his favorite music.
» Snowy
Mascot
Baltimore Office
Snowy started with Tours de Sport in 2005 and has learned a lot in the time she has been here. She takes great pride in working here and is very eager to come to work each day. She has kept the office a cat-free environment during her tenure here. She has lived in the Baltimore area her whole life and is very familiar with the lay of the land. She does not ski but has been known to chase the occasional stuffed animal.
R.I.P. 1995 – 2009.
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