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WHY TRAVEL? Benefits to your child Global Citizenship Why this Costa Rica?

Why travel? To promote international understanding and a respect for a variety of cultures To gain awareness of global perspectives and connections To align with school curricula and bring subjects, places and events to life To develop the interpersonal skills necessary to navigate a new environment with confidence, maturity and flexibility To stand out on college applications and future resumes

Why EF? Most educational Fully accredited, just like our school Full-time personal, bilingual Tour Director Educational itineraries based on almost 50 years of experience Best value Highest quality tours at the guaranteed lowest prices Planning and organizing all tour logistics by travel experts

“WeShare” Projects EF is accredited, just like our school High school credit available through EF at no additional cost College credit available Eastern Oregon University at approximately $250 for three University credits

Why EF? Safety first All-Inclusive Coverage Plan 6-to-1 student-to-chaperone ratio Trained & licensed local guides 24-hour emergency on-call service EF’s Peace of Mind Program Should social unrest or natural events make traveling to our destination unsafe, EF will work with our group to make alternative arrangements. 8

Wherever we learn, EF is there EF has 34,000 staff and teachers in more than 400 offices in over 50 countries

Traveling with EF Group travel keeps tours affordable, allowing more students to see the world Combined groups get the best value Tour choice and departure date flexibility to match with other groups Meet other students from around the country Our departure date window is 6/10/16 – 6/18/16 Traveling with EF WHY GROUP TRAVEL?

My approach to safety If a traveler (student or adult) violates my rules, I have the right to send them home from tour at the parents’ expense. 6-to-1 chaperone ratio (for every six students there is one adult chaperone) Solid Record of Behavior (no suspensions) School Rules My Rules

EVERYTHING YOU GET Full-time, bilingual Tour Director Educational itinerary Sightseeing led by licensed local guides Entrance fees to select attractions weShare, EF’s online platform for a deeper learning experience Round-trip flights on major carriers Hotels with private bathrooms Breakfast and dinner daily Comfortable motorcoach All-Inclusive Coverage Plan Program price includes

ALL-INCLUSIVE COVERAGE PLAN The plan covers your child for Tour cancellation and interruption Illness and accident Baggage and property Flight delay 24hr access to an English-speaking representative For more information, call EF’s Customer Service Department at , 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday–Friday.

What are you responsible for? These are all necessities each traveler will be responsible for on this tour. Spending money for optional excursions, 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) Passport and/or visa fees

Passports and visas All travelers are responsible for securing necessary documentation Valid passports are required for all travelers Passports may take up to 4 to 6 weeks to process Some destinations may require travel visas Non-U.S. citizens may require special visas or other travel documents Important note: Passports must be valid for at least six months after our scheduled return date

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The Adventure Begins! 18

19 Arenal Region

20 La Fortuna Waterfall

21 INBioparque

22 Monteverde

23 Carara

24 Central Pacific Coast

25 Manuel Antonio National Park

26 Sarchi

Costa Rica

Your Partner in Global Education For 50 years we’ve helped teachers and students discover the world through culturally immersive educational travel. eftours.com/50freetours

PAYMENT OPTIONS 23 1 Pay in Full at Enrollment Pay your entire balance at the time you enroll Payment methods accepted: Visa or MasterCard, ATM/debit card or personal checks. Automatic Payment Plan – Free Only $95 down to enroll Payments automatically deducted from your bank account – choose monthly or bi-weekly Payment methods accepted: ATM/debit card or checking account only. Manual Payment Plan - $50 plan fee $250 down to enroll ($95 plus $155 insurance) Receive invoices and make your payments in up to three installments Payment methods accepted: Visa or MasterCard, ATM/debit cards or personal checks.

For more information, call EF’s Customer Service Department at , 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday–Friday. HOW DO I RESERVE MY SPOT? Online Phone Tour Number DF Application deadline 5/8/15

The EF Price Guarantee Once you enroll your price will never change. Enroll today to get the most manageable, lowest monthly payment. Take advantage of current discounts 31

PAYING FOR YOUR TOUR EF Price Guarantee - your guaranteed lowest price will never change once you enroll $ 6 a day $ 191 a month