Ted Stricklin is the founder and co-owner of Experience Rhode Island Tours. A former concierge, he began Experience Rhode Island Tours with his brother in 2013. Utilizing their fleet of tour buses, their company offers daily tours of Providence and weekly tours of Newport, along with over 30 other unique local experiences. Because of their extensive knowledge of Rhode Island’s culture, geography and story, their love of life and people, and their commitment to provide outstanding experiences, Experience Rhode Island Tours has been awarded the Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor four years in a row and received a Stars of the Industry award in 2017 by the Rhode Island Hospitality Association.