Summer Travel 2019 Iceland & England
ICELAND: GLACIERS AND GEYSERS 7 days Led by Maureen Smith & Denise Hurst
AP English Literature 10 days Led by Peter Frengel
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
Why travel is important
Why travel? Being globally minded is part of Harrisburg Academy s mission & core values Experiential Learning beyond the Centers Make connections beyond the classroom: English Lit & STEM Travel with teachers who are excited to make this trip fun and educational Mr. Frengel, Mrs. Hurst, and Ms Smith all had student travel experiences and want to share that type of opportunity with our students
Our tour
Iceland tour Take advantage of round-the-clock daylight during the summer in this otherworldly place of dramatic beauty. Revel in the geothermal wonders of Iceland Blue Lagoon hot springs, volcanic craters and subarctic fauna. From the capital Reykjavik you will travel the popular Golden Circle and see Gullfoss waterfall and the Geysir geothermal area, where students will have the chance to learn about geyser cooking.
Iceland Tour highlights Three highlights from tour we are most excited about Glacier Walk Tectonic Plates Learning more about Geothermal power & sustainability
England tour From Rydal Mount to Haworth to Stratford to London, visit the homes and hometowns that inspired some of the English language's most revered and influential works.
England Tour highlights Rydal Mount - Wordsworth s home, Lake District Bronte parsonage Stratford-upon-Avon Globe theatre performance and workshop
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.
Iceland 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. Most likely date? June 18th. Earliest potential departure date Latest potential departure date Travel Window Friday June 14, 2019 Friday June 21, 2019
Our England 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. Most likely date? July 1st. Earliest potential departure date Latest potential Departure date Travel Window Saturday June 29, 2019 Friday July 5, 2019
Our travel partner
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
Personalized learning weshare enhances every tour weshare helps each student put a personal lens on the tour based on their individual interests and passions Students in grades 6-12 at time of travel can earn high school credit It's free!
College prep options College application help Through EF s UnCommon App, use the tour to inspire a personal essay admissions officers can t resist Exclusive discount on professional essay coaching College credit opportunities U.S. students in grades 9-12 can enroll in a Global Perspectives course with EF's university partner Earn 3 transferable credits Interested students must enroll before we travel
EF s commitment to our safety
Round-the-clock safety with EF 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. 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.
What the Global Travel Protection Plan covers Tour cancellation and interruption Flight delay Illness and accident 24-hour access to an English-speaking representative Baggage and property
What s included & what s not
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 Airport transportation costs
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 six months after our return date.
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 Traveler Support Team Full-time, bi-lingual Tour Director Tour Donation page Educational itinerary Global Travel Protection plan Guided tours and activities weshare Travel gear
Reserving your spot
Paying for your tour Educational travel at the guaranteed lowest price
Making it happen Here s a quick breakdown of our tour price: Enroll by 03/02/18 and pay or $254 a month $63 a week for 15 months for 60 weeks Start with just a $95 deposit today
Paying for your tour Educational travel at the guaranteed lowest price
Making it happen Here s a quick breakdown of our tour price: Enroll by 03/02/2018 and pay or $237 a month X 15 months $59 a week Start with just a $95 deposit today
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 email with anyone you'd like to ask for donations All contributions will be automatically applied to your balance
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.
Who s in? Spots: 12 Enrollment window closes: March 2, 2018 To enroll you ll need your tour number: ICELAND: contact Hurst.D@harrsiburgacademy.org or Smith.mau@harrisburgacademy.org ENGLAND: contact Frengel.p@harrsiburgacademy.org Two easy ways to enroll Online: eftours.com Phone: 800-665-5364