Is EF College break worth it?


Is EF College break worth it? YES! If you are an inexperienced traveler, I highly recommend traveling with EF College Break. Most things are planned out for you, so it's extremely convenient. There were a few hiccups, but you can expect the the same issues if you were to plan the trip by yourself.


Should I tip the tour director?

At the conclusion of your tour, it is customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity. We recommend tipping the equivalent of $8USD to $10USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.


Can you book your own flight with EF Ultimate Break?

You can handle your own flights, and we offer the flexibility to book a trip with No Flights Included. Review our Booking Conditions for full details and read on for some important tips.


Is EF Ultimate Break good for couples?

Stay in hotel-style accommodations, room with just one other person, and enjoy more included meals. Designed for friends, couples, or anyone that just values their privacy, Plus combines an immersive itinerary with more space to unwind.


Is EF Ultimate Break only for college students?

Our trips are designed to bring together 18–35-year-olds from all walks of life. This is the time to experience the world and start making a habit of travel. Whether you're a student, a young professional, or someone looking to leave town for a bit and see the world, everyone deserves a break.


How much do you tip a 1 hour tour guide?

About.com has a Tipping Guide for travelers that further suggests that the tour guide should receive a tip of 10% to 20% of the tour cost. As a last thought, the guide still needs to earn his or her tip. Just with any other profession, the tip should match the level of service.


Is it rude not to tip a tour guide?

There are exceptions if your specific tour experience includes gratuities or you simply didn't have a good time, but in general, tipping your guide at the end of the tour is customary in the U.S. and Europe, though it's much more common in the States.


Why is there no tipping in Europe?

At table-service restaurants, the tipping etiquette and procedure vary slightly from country to country. But in general, European servers are well paid, and tips are considered a small bonus — to reward great service or for simplicity in rounding the total bill to a convenient number.