Hotels
Travel accommodations will be clean, safe and comfortable—it's not the Ritz, but it is everything you need from a hotel.

You'll probably be rooming with three or four other college student travelers in your group (unless you got a room upgrade to a twin or a single room). Each room has its own private bathroom.

Keep in mind that hotels abroad don't always have all the amenities you're used to in the States (there may be no AC, no elevator). These little differences are part of the travel experience, and you'll have all you need to rest well at night, leaving plenty of energy for the action-packed days.

Free Time vs. Tour Time
Most days of your trip will have at least one group activity (highly recommended to join). When there's nothing planned, it's your chance to take advantage of the city as only you can. Check out a museum, sit at a café and people-watch, go on a hike—anything you want. Just get together with some people in your group and take it all in.

If you need some direction, your Tour Director will always point you toward the best options. You can also start thinking before your trip. The free time suggestions on your itinerary page (on this site) can get you started, and be sure to check out our online
City Guides

Communicating with EFCB
In the weeks and months leading up to your tour, your EFCB Travel Consultant is available to answer all your questions and to prepare you for your trip abroad. On the trip, the EFCB Tour Director takes over as your go-to resource for any questions you have.

While abroad, you’ll almost always be within reach of an EF office or school—we have them in 51 countries around the world. We also have a 24-hour emergency number (617-619-1411), which you can call collect at any time. EFCB is always there for you.

Tour Directors
Your EFCB Tour Director is the heart and soul of your trip. Tour Directors take care of all the logistics (hotels, buses, sightseeing tours, etc.), but they're much more than your average group travel guide. They'll suggest free-time activities, give you inside tips on the locale, take you to the hottest nightspots, and just may become your best friend by the time your trip is done.

Your Group
Your EFCB tour group will be made up of college students from all over the U.S. You’ll be able to get to know each other before your trip abroad in our EFCB Community. Once you’ve landed at your destination and gone through passport check and customs, you’ll meet your fellow travelers face-to-face (along with your EFCB Tour Director). And of course, after you return home, you can stay in touch, share photos, and keep the memories alive online in the EFCB Community.

How EFCB Runs Trips
Group travel with EF College Break is a fun, unique way to see the world. We run our tours on specific dates during Spring Break, Summer, and New Year’s, and college students like you sign up and join. Then we put you all in a travel group, and together you experience the world's most exciting destinations.

Extend Your Stay Abroad
Can't get enough of Europe and want to stay longer? WIth EFCB you have the ability to change your departure or return date so you can spend some more time abroad on your own. For a fee of $95 we can book your flight on a different date, and even from a different airport. Submit the following form by 90 days prior to departure of your tour to make changes. Special Travel Form