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Travel Agency

EF Educational Tours

Headquarters

Visit Website(617) 619-1000
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Operating Hours
Monday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

About

Important information

  • Additional Info:

    June 4, 2021 the Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced that, because of an agreement with his office, a Colorado travel company, EF Institute for Cultural Exchange, Inc. which is headquartered in Massachusetts, will contact customers to notify them of their refund options for trips canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, which will include a full refund, a voucher, or rescheduling the trip through September 2023.

    Read the press release here.


About This Business

EF Student Travel Programs - EF Educational Tours for Students provides educational travel experiences for students, including culturally immersive activities, STEM-focused itineraries, and new destination explorations. The company creates tours with opportunities for experiential learning, focusing on travel that enhances educational experiences. They support travelers by connecting them with educators, tour architects, and local guides, aiming to integrate travel into students' broader educational journeys. The company is committed to safety and value in each program they offer.

Business Details

BBB File Opened:
2/6/1991
Business Started:
1/1/1965
Business Started Locally:
7/3/1990
Business Incorporated:
2/7/1978
Type of Entity:
Corporation
Alternate Names:
EF Explore America
EF Ultimate Break
EF Institute Trust Account
EF Institute for Cultural Exchange, Inc.
EF College Study Tours
EF College Break
EF Tours
Business Management:
Mr. Jeremy Bomba, Sales Director
Ms. Martha Doyle, President
Ms. Elisabeth Pataki, Director
Ms. Cherie Brown, Manager of Customer Relations
Number of Employees:
400

Additional Contact Information

Principal Contacts
Ms. Martha Doyle, President
Ms. Elisabeth Pataki, Director
Customer Contacts
Ms. Cherie Brown, Manager of Customer Relations
Fax numbers
Primary Fax: (617) 619-1001
Additional Phone Numbers
Other Phone: (800) 637-8222
Additional Email Addresses
Complaint: Email this Business
Inquiry: Email this Business
Additional Websites
Website 1
Website 2
Website 3

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