Exceptional Experience! Absolutely Worth It!
Our 16-year-old daughter just returned from the Boston trip with EF Tours, and to say she had an AMAZING time is an understatement! As a parent, you always hope these educational trips live up to the promise, and EF Tours exceeded our expectations in every way. Key Highlights from Her Trip: - Perfect Balance of Structure & Freedom: When she first saw the jam-packed daily itinerary, she was a bit skeptical. However, it turned out to be perfect. They packed in an incredible amount of US history and sightseeing, but still enjoyed dedicated free time each afternoon to explore local markets and hang out. - Surprising New Passions: She completely fell in love with places she initially dreaded visiting—like Fenway Park, Plymouth, and the Boston Tea Party museum. The tour guides clearly know how to keep teenagers engaged! - Social & Personal Growth: Joining up with students from other states and schools was a fantastic experience. Because she traveled independently, she branched out, made wonderful new friends, and built great rapport with the group. (She did notice that students who had parents hovering nearby tended to stick to their sides—if you're on the fence, let your teen experience this solo! But either way, it's an incredible trip to take). - Fantastic Value & Great Food: The all-inclusive price was extremely reasonable. The meals provided were awesome—so good, in fact, that she didn't even touch the backup snacks she packed. Plus, she managed to find great souvenirs while spending under $100 total. - Top-Notch Safety & Peace of Mind: As a parent, my favorite detail was the night-time security. EF Tours promises a safe environment, and they deliver—once the kids were in their rooms at 10:00 PM, a security guard was stationed in the hallway all night to ensure no unsupervised wandering. A Quick Tip for Future Travelers: This trip is highly active! They walked about 6–7 miles a day at a fairly brisk pace and tackled plenty of stairs. Make sure your teen is ready for some serious physical activity so they can keep up comfortably and fully enjoy the itinerary.