Wonderful experience for my daughter. I felt she was safe and the trip was affordable! She will never forget it!
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A true immersion experience! This was a fabulous trip and made history come to life. Each of the local guides brought so much rich history to the cities we visited and our EF guide, Paul, took amazing care of us! He thought us so much about not only WWII history, but also local customs, cuisine, where to get the best souvenirs etc etc ….he was fabulous! Highly recommend!
Absolutely amazing. So many things to see, but such a great learning experience. The students Absolutely loved every aspect of the experience.
Our son had an absolutely amazing time on the trip. He's been talking about it almost non-stop since he got back and we are so glad he had the opprotunity for this experience. He absolutely raved about his guide, Paul, and made some great friends on the trip.
Fun and informative! Creates memories that will last a lifetime.
My teenager had a great time! She loved their guide, Tony, who was very informative and good at keeping everyone engaged. She'd be hard pressed to pick a favorite part of the trip, but was inspired by Normandy, the Berlin wall and Dachau.
Fabulous! This was the best trip for me!
It was perfect!
My son had a great time overall, just wanted more consistent air conditioning and more variety with the prepaid meals.
Amazing history on WW2 was provided. Learned a lot!
Reply from EF Educational Tours
That's wonderful to hear! We're thrilled that you had an amazing experience learning about World War II during your tour. Our goal is to provide educational and enriching experiences for our travelers, and it's great to know that the historical insights and knowledge shared during the trip were valuable and impactful for you.
World War II holds significant importance in shaping the course of history, and we're glad our tour could offer a deeper understanding of this critical period.
Thank you for choosing us for your travel experience, and we hope you keep the memories of this trip close to your heart.
This two week trip is definitely worth all the money it costs to take you, as there are beautiful sights to see and amazing people to meet every where you go. The bonds I formed with the people on this trip are so strong and I will certainly never forget them, especially our amazing guide.
Reply from EF Educational Tours
We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive and enriching experience during your tour! Traveling not only allows us to witness the beauty of different places but also provides a unique opportunity to connect with people from various cultures and backgrounds. The friendships and bonds formed during these journeys can be incredibly special and enduring, and we're delighted that you had the chance to forge meaningful connections with your fellow travelers and our amazing guide.
Our team takes great pride in curating trips that offer a perfect blend of breathtaking sights, immersive experiences, and opportunities for personal growth. Knowing that you found the journey to be worth every penny makes all our efforts worthwhile.
Thank you for choosing us for your journey, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another adventure soon. Safe travels, and may the bonds you formed and the memories you made continue to enrich your life!
Overall, the trip was enjoyable and very knowledgeable. Our tour guide Lisa Richardson was our saving grace, and she did everything within her power to make sure we enjoyed the trip. She was extremely knowledgable about everything related to WWII and the areas we visited. She really connected with the kids and made the trip exciting for everyone. We loved our stops in England, the Normadie area of France, along with Belgium and Germany. Our transportation was very inconsistent (buses were typically late picking us up) and our flights to & from Europe consisted of 2 lay-overs both ways, which is not acceptable, since I know that flying overseas, there are tons of options for having only one layover. This caused many headaches for everyone in our group. For our first day, we landed an hour late, and then our bus was over an hour late picking us up. Pretty much our first day was wasted due to EF choosing to go cheap on our flights, instead of doing it the right way. We did not see much of London on Day 1, other than briefly driving around and getting to go to our hotel. And to end our trip, we missed our 2nd connection in Chicago, due to issues with our plane in DC. Again, there was no need for 2 connecting flights. Most of our accommodations were acceptable to outstanding. La Ferme Du Bois in St Paul du Vernay was by far the favorite hotel and the kids really enjoyed it the most. On the downside, our hotel in Paris was far below acceptable. I think it was a 0 stars, if that is possible. How EF continues to use this hotel as a vendor baffles me. No one should ever have to stay at that place. Most locations we visited were very memorable, and my own critique that could have made it so much better, was that we spent too much time seeing the sites of Paris, and some of London in the Motor Coach, instead of on foot, as described in the brochure. The ferry trip from Portsmouth to Caen was another highlight for many in our party. Lastly, the restaurants for dinner were usually good, and my only complained, as many kids stated as well, the limited choices for meals were disappointing. I understand that many kids are being served and limiting choices makes it easier for the restaurants. In some cases, we were provided selections that had nothing to do with the local culture, which is what many in our group were looking forward to. The only opportunities we had to try out the local food items, were at lunchtime, and most times we did not have enough time to go into a sit down restaurant, as our buses were consistently late, causing us to have smaller windows to eat anything we could take to go. The few of occasions we were able to sit down at lunch, the kids took the opportunity to try foods that were part of the local culture (i.e. escargot, fish & chips, schnitzel & sauerkraut). Again, overall the trip was enjoyable, and EF did not deliver to make the trip completely memorable. Lisa was the shining star that saved a little bit of face for EF. She is probably the main reason why I am giving the trip 3 stars.
Reply from EF Educational Tours
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are pleased to hear that you found the trip enjoyable and that your tour guide, Lisa, made a positive impact. We appreciate your recognition of her knowledge and ability to connect with the group, making the trip exciting for everyone.
We apologize for any inconsistencies and delays you experienced with transportation, including late buses and multiple layovers on your flights. We understand the frustration and inconvenience this caused. We continuously work to provide the best travel arrangements and will take your feedback into consideration as we strive to improve the overall travel experience for our customers.
We appreciate your feedback on the accommodations, with La Ferme Du Bois being a standout favorite and the hotel in Paris falling below acceptable standards. We apologize for any disappointment caused by the choice of the Paris hotel, and we will review our vendor selection process to ensure better accommodations in the future.
Regarding the limited choices for meals, we understand that it can be disappointing when there are restrictions in place due to group size and logistics. We will strive to improve the variety and authenticity of meal options while also considering the practicality of serving a large group.
We appreciate your overall enjoyment of the trip and the positive impact Lisa had as your tour guide. Your feedback is important to us as we continuously strive to deliver exceptional experiences. We apologize for any areas where we fell short and thank you for choosing EF.
My son said it was educational and fun. He loved the sites, the people, and the entire experience.
It was a very informing trip. I had lots of fun and made new friends
Not that great. There are other tour companies available and that are much better
Awful. Stay away
Reply from EF Educational Tours
We are sorry to hear the tour did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide quality, educational tours for each traveler. Thank you for your review.
Outstanding!
There was a lot of sitting on a bus being told about what was being passed. Not much hands on experience or exploring. One amazing experience with a WWII survivor, but a lot of sitting and looking at things going by.
Reply from EF Educational Tours
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We truly appreciate your insights as they help us identify areas for improvement and ensure a more enriching experience for our travelers.
We understand the importance of hands-on experiences and active exploration during educational tours. While providing informative insights during bus rides is valuable, we also recognize the need to incorporate more interactive and engaging activities that allow travelers to immerse themselves in the destinations they visit.
Your feedback about the amazing experience with the WWII survivor is encouraging, and we will continue to seek opportunities to provide meaningful encounters and interactions with local experts, which can add depth and authenticity to our tours.
In our effort to continuously enhance our itineraries, we will carefully consider your input to strike a better balance between informative bus rides and hands-on experiences. We aim to offer more opportunities for exploration and active learning, allowing our travelers to fully engage with the history, culture, and local communities they encounter.
Thank you again for sharing your thoughts. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we work towards providing memorable and educational experiences for all our travelers.
great trip
Very formative.