Our history
In 1992, the Prométour Group launched its first customized group travel program for students and their teachers. In the years since, the Prométour Group has expanded to offices in Canada, France, Spain, and the United States. The Prométour Group’s newest member, Forum by Prométour, has offices in Málaga, Spain and San Diego, California, and specializes in creating unique, tailor-made programs for language teachers and their students.
The word “forum” derives from the Latin for ‘what is out of doors’ and is defined as “a meeting or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged” (Oxford Dictionary). At Forum, we have adapted this concept to the experience of learning a language, by helping school groups from around the world connect, exchange, discover, and improve their language skills.
The founders of Prométour, Sébastien Letailleur, Stanislas Myszkowski, and Xavier Buisson were childhood friends in Paris. They founded Prométour in Montréal in 1992 and continue to lead the company today from Montréal, Málaga/San Diego, and Paris, respectively.
Our mission and programs
At Forum, our mission is to help you open the world to your students through authentic language learning opportunities and intercultural connections. We go a step further than traditional student travel — using our professional network and intimate knowledge of each destination to create experiences that truly immerse your students in the language and culture. We believe this is the best way to forget the book and start the lesson.
Through Forum’s programs you and your students can:
Our offices
San Diego
2700 Adams Avenue, Suite 205
Málaga
Calle Linaje, 2
Paris
14 Quai de la Loire
Montréal
339 Rue Saint Paul E
Meet our team
Aisling O´Callaghan
Educational Travel Program Adviser
Aisling, from rural Ireland, began her linguistic journey at 15 with a student exchange in Spain, igniting her pursuit of World Languages at University. She later studied abroad in Argentina, and went on to teach in Southern Spain. Recently, she earned a Master’s in Education and Human Rights, further fueling her commitment to enhancing students’ global perspective. In her free time, you will find her on the salsa dance floor!
Patricia Roque
Educational Travel Program Adviser
Originally from Portugal, Patricia spent her childhood between her hometown of Caldas da Rainha and Toronto, Canada. After university, she moved to Thailand to teach English for three years. These early adventures fueled her passion for travel and language. Pat currently resides in San Diego where she uses her experience as an educator and seasoned traveler to create meaningful learning opportunities abroad for teachers and their students.
Meryl Tinney
Senior Group Coordinator
While Meryl’s melodic accent quickly unveils that she is Scottish, unbeknown to many she is also half Maltese. After studying primary education at university, she began her career as a Primary teacher at an international school in Spain. Seeking to branch out of a school setting but still wanting to work with students and promote languages, Meryl joined the Forum by Prométour team in 2022. Her love of Spanish culture and food has resulted in what was initially a short-term stay in Spain to being settled in Andalusia for more than 10 years.
Zachary Richardson
General Manager – USA
Language and culture have been central to Zachary’s life since the first day of sixth-grade Spanish class. This early interest has since blossomed into a deep passion, guiding him from French haute cuisine to a Linguistics degree from San Diego State, teaching students on the Mongolian steppe, and many fascinating places along the way.
Today, Zachary is honored to be part of Forum by Prométour, where he combines his love for travel and language to help American educators craft their dream itineraries.
Alexis Hernandez
Educational Travel Program Adviser
Born and raised in sunny San Diego and having spent time living in Tijuana, Mexico, Alexis developed a deep appreciation for languages and cultural exchange early on. He later studied abroad in Germany and, during university, shared his love of learning by tutoring students in both Spanish and chess. Now, he’s passionate about helping others turn dream trips into life-changing adventures. When he’s not planning travel, you’ll find him staying active or playing music.
Josh Bradburn
Educational Travel Program Adviser
From the lush landscapes of New Zealand to the sunny shores of Málaga, Spain, Josh is a globe-trotter with a passion for uncovering the world’s hidden gems. With a keen eye for crafting unforgettable journeys, he’s driven to inspire students to pack their bags, explore boldly, and return home with a deeper curiosity for other cultures. A lover of history’s rich stories and music’s universal rhythms, Josh finds joy in how travel broadens students’ horizons and sparks fresh perspectives.
Need some guidance?
Our tour experts love helping teachers. They’re here to listen to your ideas, create the perfect itinerary for your group, and guide you in every step of the process.
