I absolutely LOVE to travel. The exploration, new cultures, languages, and new people you meet are some of the most exciting things to experience in life. And after traveling to over 34 countries I have picked up some tips and tricks to share with you all!
First, lets set some expectations. Click below for an in depth look at what to expect when participating in group travel.
There will be 3 mandatory meetings and 1 optional meeting after you have enrolled and they will start two months before we leave.
Here is a breakdown of the things you will learn at each meeting.
1st pre-departure meeting (over zoom)
around mid May
Recap where we are going
Chaperone introductions
What to expect while on tour
WhatsApp group
Rooming preferences
2nd pre-departure meeting (over zoom)
around mid/late June
Give out documents to be signed
Expectations and behaviors
Tipping expectations
Assigned Chaperone groups
Money on tour
What/how to pack
Final pre-departure meeting (in-person)
around early July
Collect tip money
Meet your chaperones
Document Check
Collect passport copies
Flights and Hotels
Airport instructions
Detailed Itinerary
OPTIONAL meeting
(over zoom)
a few days before we leave
Help with packing
last minute tips and tricks
last minute questions
With how crazy traveling is right now I always suggest students only bring a carry-on when possible. Here are some helpful tips if you don't even know where to start when it comes to packing.
A collection of apps I require when to be downloaded, including some just for fun ones - like finding the nearest bathroom!
If you are traveling with me there are a few forms you will need to fill out to make sure we have all the proper documentation for your students before we leave.
Ms. Neve will send you all of these documents to be signed electronically - do not worry about printing or filling them out ahead of time!