españa 6/19/14-6/28/14. 2 why travel? educational objectives to promote international understanding...
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España6/19/14-6/28/14
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Why travel?
Educational objectives To promote international understanding and a respect for a variety of cultures
To clarify and deepen our understanding of the American identity and its values and beliefs through intercultural experience
To expand our knowledge about culture and history and the basis for different values and beliefs
To develop the interpersonal skills necessary to navigate a new environment with confidence, maturity and flexibility
Our meeting agenda
EF Education First– Who are they?
– Why did we choose them?
Safety on tour
Our tour package– What’s included?
– What isn’t?
Passports and visas
Our tour itinerary
Pricing, Monthly Payment Plan
How to enroll
Questions and answers
Why EF?
Most educational
Best value
Safety first
EF’s Peace of Mind Program
Study Abroad: SpainFive Course Elements
.25 elective credit
• Pre-travel sessions– Trip logistics– Travel tips– Foreign customs & etiquette – Cultural overview
• Research project• Class work abroad• Travel • Reflection
Wherever we learn, EF is thereEF has 34,000 staff and teachers
in more than 400 offices in over 50 countries
What’s included?
Full-time Tour Director
Licensed local guides
Entrance fees to select attractions
All-Inclusive Coverage Plan
Educational Itinerary
Round-trip flights onmajor carriers
Hotels with private bathrooms
Comfortable motorcoach
Breakfast and dinner daily
*plus tips for guides
All-InclusiveCoverage Plan
This plan is mandatory and the plan covers your child for:
Emergency tour cancellation and interruption
Illness and accident
Baggage and property
Flight delay
24-hour access to an English-speaking representative
See pg. 12 in Enrollment Booklet
For more information visit eftours.com/coverage or call EF’s Customer Service Department at 800-665-5364.
Our approach to safety
6-to-1 chaperone to student ratio
CB drug and alcohol policy enforced
Violation of CB or EF policy immediate departure and consequences
upon return to school
0% Tolerance
What are you responsible for?
Spending money forsouvenirs, beverages, lunches and snacks ($25-$65)
Passport and/or visa fees
Understanding CB expectations
Passports and visas
All travelers are responsible for securing necessary documentation
Valid passports are required for all travelers
Passports may take up to 14 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
*DEADLINE FOR PASSPORTS TBA
Our Itinerary:
Salamanca, Spain
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Prado Museum, Madrid
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Las Ventas, Bullring
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Flamenco Dancing
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Program Price: $3056Weekend Travel: $35Insurance: $145Tips: $81
Total Price = $3317
Paying for your tour
The EF Price GuaranteeOnce you enroll your price will never change.
Enroll today to get the lowest price. Pay in full or use Monthly Payment Plan:
Enroll in the Monthly Payment Plan with a $95 non-refundable deposit now.
Don’t worry about further payment until next month!
Automatic monthly payments deducted from your checking account or credit card.
• Parent approval form• Apply – write an essay that is due in
September. Why do you want to go?• Make sure that you are enrolled in a
Spanish course for 2013-2014.• Get one recommendation from your
Spanish teacher.• Get one recommendation from a non-
Spanish teacher.• Turn in recommendations and essay to
the group leader in your school or your Spanish teacher by September 2013.
• If you would like to enroll be 6/24 and do not get accepted, EF will refund your deposit.
• Tour Numbers:• East – www.eftours/1449099XW• South – www.eftours/1370262DF• West – www.eftours/1449106HK
How do I enroll?
Stay tuned…
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Students will be informed about their acceptance.
Parents will receive an email in September 2013 about the next meeting.
