1. Our adventure awaits

2. Deal Middle School Trips 2018
China, France, and Costa Rica Led by: Mr. Zhi, Mr. Mbayu, and Ms. Cuffee

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

4. Why travel is important

5. Why travel? My travel story Helps develop a global perspective
Sparks a sense of confidence
Prepares students to stand out on college applications and in future careers

6. Our tour

7. China Trip
Surrounded by cypress trees in Beijing's 660-acre Temple of Heaven Park, you forget you're in a city of 21 million people. 
It's a common feeling in these cities - the tranquility of a manicured palace or the tradition of a tea ceremony make you feel worlds away from the skyscrapers and 21st-century din outside. The experience blends ancient history and modern life in one of the world's most dynamic countries.

8. France Trip
From one corner of France to the other, see the many shades of French culture.
Paris is the center of it all—feel its significance in the stained glass of Notre Dame and the smile of the Mona Lisa. Down south, Biarritz has grown from a fishing village to a world-famous seaside resort. In Provence and the Riviera, the picturesque landscapes recall France’s artistic heritage.

9. Costa Rica Trip
From the turtles to the treetops, explore the incredible biodiversity that makes Costa Rica truly unique. 
As you observe the coastal nesting ground of green sea turtles, float down twisting and turning canals, scan the rainforest canopy for endangered species and relax in a geothermal hot spring, you'll understand why scientists and educators from around the world come to study Costa Rica's rich ecosystems.

10. China 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.
Requested departure date
Earliest potential
departure date
Latest potential
return date
Travel Window
Wednesday
March 21, 2018
Thursday
March 22, 2018
(Returning Monday April 2, 2018)
Tuesday
April 3, 2018

11. France 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.
Requested departure date
Earliest potential
departure date
Latest potential
return date
Travel Window
Thursday
March 22, 2018
Friday
March 23, 2018
(Returning Sunday April 1, 2018)
Monday
April 2, 2018

12. Costa Rica 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.
Requested departure date
Earliest potential
departure date
Latest potential
return date
Travel Window
Thursday
March 22, 2018
Thursday
March 22, 2018
(Returning Friday March 30, 2018)
Sunday
April 1, 2018

13. Our travel partner

14. Why EF? The World Leader in Educational Travel
Over 50 years of experience
First and foremost, they’re an education company
Accredited, just like our school
Earn high school and college credit
Incredible travel experiences at the guaranteed lowest price
EF’s Traveler Support Team will help with any questions at any point in the process

15. Personalized learning powered by students’ curiosity
weShare enhances every tour
Personalized learning powered by students’ curiosity
A free experience to make each student’s tour even more rewarding and fun
Puts a personal lens on the tour, based on individual interests and passions
Opportunity for students in grades 6-12 at time of travel to earn high school credit
Online: Connect your own interests to your destination and ask a question 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

16. 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.

17. EF’s commitment
to our safety

18. Round-the-clock safety with EF
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.
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 Bi-Lingual 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.

19. What the Global Travel Protection Plan covers
Tour cancellation and interruption
Illness and accident
Baggage and property
Flight delay
24-hour access to an English-speaking representative

20. What’s included & what’s not

21. China Trip: What are you responsible for?
Lunch Around $10-$12 per day
Tips For your Tour Director, bus driver, and local guides (around $10 per day)
Spending money For additional tour experiences, free time activities, souvenirs, beverages, and snacks ($30-$65 per day).
Airport baggage fees
Passport and/or travel visa

22. France Trip: What are you responsible for?
Lunch Around $10-$12 per day
Tips For your Tour Director, bus driver, and local guides (around $10 per day)
Spending money For additional tour experiences, free time activities, souvenirs, beverages, and snacks ($30-$65 per day).
Airport baggage fees
Passport and/or travel visa

23. Costa Rica Trip: What are you responsible for?
Tips For your Tour Director, bus driver, and local guides (around $10 per day)
Spending money For additional tour experiences, free time activities, souvenirs, beverages, and snacks ($30-$65 per day).
Lunch is included in this tour*
Airport baggage fees
Passport and/or travel visa

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

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

26. Reserving your spot

27. China Trip Price Details
Educational travel at the guaranteed lowest price

28. France Trip Price Details
Educational travel at the guaranteed lowest price

29. Costa Rica Trip Price Details
Educational travel at the guaranteed lowest price

30. 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

31. Payment options
Automatic Payment Plan (No fee) Payments are taken out monthly or bi-weekly.
Pay in full at enrollment (No fee) Pay the entire balance at the time you enroll.
Manual Payment Plan ($50 fee) Receive invoices and make payments in less frequent installments.

32. Some quick to-dos
Have questions? I want to respect everyone’s time. Please write them on the back of your exit tickets.
Remember to turn in your exit tickets before you leave– even if you don’t have questions.
Pick up your take-home materials on your way out. These will give you more information about our tour as well as EF payment and coverage plans.
Spots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to enroll as soon as possible.

33. Who’s in? Enrollment window closes: September 30, 2017
To enroll you’ll need your tour number:
China Trip: FK
France Trip: FF
Costa Rica Trip: CE
Two easy ways to enroll
Online:
Phone: