England and France. 10 days Led by Meg Davis, Brianna Yarwood and Maggie Quinn

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1 England and France 10 days Led by Meg Davis, Brianna Yarwood and Maggie Quinn

2 Our meeting will cover Why travel is important Our tour The safety approach What s included and what s not Our travel partner How to reserve your spot

3 Wadi Rum Desert, Jordan Why travel? Our travel stories Helps develop a global perspective Barcelona, Spain Sparks a sense of confidence Prepares students to stand out on college applications and in future careers Versailles, France

4 Tour highlights From the London Bridge to the Houses of Parliament, Great Britain s royal tradition and rich history will greet you at every turn. See the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial established out of necessity just two days after the invasion. Visit the Louvre and explore art from around the world as you wander from wing to wing of one of Paris s biggest attractions

5 Segovia, Spain A more engaging learning experience London, England Help students become global citizens Bring subjects and destinations to life Develop perspectives that set students apart on college applications and give them a leg up in their future careers Spark the lifelong ability to take on any new experience with confidence Havana, Cuba

6 Connections to Our Curriculum The Globe Theatre - Guided Tour & Workshop Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare (freshmen) Macbeth by William Shakespeare (sophomores) Hamlet by William Shakespeare (seniors) Westminster Abbey - Poet s Corner & Author Tribute Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte (freshmen) Downtown Dover, London and Paris A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens (freshmen) Latin Quarter - American Writers in Paris Old Man and The Sea by Ernest Hemingway (sophomores) The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald (juniors)

7 The UnCommon App Turns the tour into an opportunity to write a stand-out college essay. A free tool with prompts and exercises that inspire personal growth and meaningful reflection before, during, and after tour. Includes an exclusive discount on the College Essay Program and professional coaching from Write the World, the global platform for student writing. Visit eftours.com/uncommon to learn more. weshare Personalized learning powered by student curiosity A free experience for more rewarding tour A personal lens based on individual interests Opportunity for students grades 6-12 at time of travel to earn high school credit Online: Ask a question about the destination that personalizes your tour On tour: Investigate your question through activities like visits to local sites and interviews with locals Back home: Reflect on and share your findings through a creative final project

8 Why EF? Over 50 years of experience Global and local presence - Over 500 schools and offices in over 53 countries Educational value -Accredited, just like our school -Earn high school and college credit Incredible travel experiences at the guaranteed lowest price

9 EF s commitment to our safety Over 50 years of experience With their experience and a global presence, EF is there to help us whenever and wherever we need it 24/7 Bilingual Tour Director Experienced, knowledgeable, and trained to handle every travel detail on tour. Peace of Mind Policy We can feel secure planning our trip knowing our group has travel flexibility if our plans change due to unforeseen circumstances. Chaperones Allows for more eyes on students. 24-hour on-call service Around the clock access to local EF offices as well as our worldwide and North American headquarters. Travel wristbands and backpacks To help us stay together easily. Plus, wristbands have easy-to-access EF contact information for each country.

10 Why group travel? Travelers have the chance to meet students from around the country Group travel keeps tours affordable, allowing more students to see the world. Tour choice and departure date allows for flexibility to match with other groups.

11 Our travel window (the dates we ll need to block off for tour) Blocking off a travel window for tour lets EF book every aspect of our group s itinerary like flights, accommodations, site visits, and more so that our travel experience is seamless and affordable. Earliest potential departure date Requested Travel Dates Latest potential return date July 16th, 2018 July 25th, 2018 Travel Window Thursday July 12th, 2018 Sunday July 29th, 2018

12 What The Global Travel Protection Plan covers Emergency tour cancellation and interruption Illness and accident Baggage and property Flight delay 24-hour access to an English-speaking representative

13 What are you responsible for? Spending money For additional tour experiences, free time activities, souvenirs, beverages, lunches, and snacks ($30-$65 per day). Tips For your Tour Director, bus driver, and local guides (around $10 per day) Airport baggage fees Passport and/or travel visa

14 Passports & visas All travelers are responsible for securing necessary documentation Passports Visas Valid passports are required for all travelers. Passports may take up to 14 weeks to process. Non U.S. citizens may require special visas or other travel documents. Important note: Passports must be valid for at least 6 months after our return date. Go to for more information

15 What s included in the program price Round-trip airfare Breakfast and dinner daily On-tour transportation 24-hour on-tour assistance Safe, quality hotel rooms weshare Full-time, bilingual Tour Director Traveler Support Team Educational itinerary Tour Donation page Guided tours and activities Global Travel Protection plan Travel gear

16 Paying for your tour EF Price Guarantee your guaranteed lowest price will never change once you enroll You pay: Globe Theatre Tour $386 a month $35 $3,565 9 monthly payments $386/mo

17 Payment options Pay in full at enrollment (free) Automatic Payment Plan (free) Manual Payment Plan ($50 fee) Pay the entire balance at the time you enroll Payments are automatically deducted from your bank account monthly on a preferred date or bi-weekly on a preferred weekday Receive invoices and make payments in less frequent installments Payment methods accepted: Visa or MasterCard, ATM/debit card or personal checks Payment methods accepted: checking account, ATM/debit card or personal checks Final payment extended up to one month before your tour Payment methods accepted: Visa or MasterCard, ATM/debit card or personal checks Accounts must have $500 total paid 30 days after enrollment; an additional $500 paid 90 days after enrollment Final payment deadline is 110 days before your tour

18 Your Donation Page A quick and easy way to ask family or friends to contribute to your tour payments Share your Giving Page (located on your personal EF website) on social media or via with anyone you'd like to ask for donations All contributions will be automatically applied to your balance

19 Who s in? Spots available: 35 Interest Survey and Parent Form due: Friday, September 29th to G174 Enrollment window closes: October 13th, 2017