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Online Escapes

Bring the world to your home with live, interactive experiences hosted by the EF family of travel experts.

Live, interactive experiences

Interact with your host, ask questions in real time—all Online Escapes happen live, and are never pre-recorded.

Small groups, big connections

We’re all about community, so you’ll have the chance to get to know your host and meet others from your phone, tablet, or computer.

Hosted by experts

Tour Directors and local guides from the EF Education First travel community can’t wait to share their passions with you in real time.

Your purchase benefits Feeding America® and Online Escapes hosts.

All proceeds will go toward providing the equivalent of 100,000 meals* to Feeding America® as well as to support our Online Escapes hosts.

*Every $1 spent is the equivalent of at least ten meals secured by Feeding America® on behalf of local member food banks.

Find your Online Escape

Choose from a growing list of online classes and cultural experiences.

Live from Southwest England
Afternoon Tea the English Way
4

1 hour from $19.00

Live from Sorrento Coast, Italy
Cook Ravioli with an Italian Chef at her Agriturismo
2

1.5 hours from $29.00

Live from Cairo, Egypt
Demystifying Ancient Egypt with an Egyptologist
3

1 hour from $19.00

Live from the United States
Make Pasta from Scratch with an Italian Tour Director
2

1.5 hours from $25.00

Live from San José, Costa Rica
Smartphone Nature Photography Workshop with a Pro
2

1 hour from $19.00

Live from San Gimignano, Italy
Sip Wine & Tour a Tuscan Vineyard
3

45 minutes from $25.00

Live from Rome, Italy
Culinary Secrets from a Pro Chef in Rome
2

1.5 hours from $29.00

Live from San Marco dei Cavoti, Italy
Behind-the-scenes in an Artisanal Chocolate Maker’s Kitchen
2

1 hour from $25.00

Live from Lima, Peru
Flavors of Peru from a Rooftop in Lima
2

1.25 hours from $29.00

Live from Carmona, Spain
Learn how to Taste Olive Oil with a Spanish Farmer
2

1 hour from $25.00

Live from Sarapiqui, Costa Rica
Tropical Getaway to a Pineapple & Piña Colada Paradise
3

1.25 hours from $25.00

Live from Madrid, Spain
Become a Spanish Art History Aficionado
3

1 hour from $19.00

Live from Alberta, Canada
Cycle through the Canadian Rockies
2

1 hour from $19.00

Live from Frazione Caspoli, Italy
WWII Stories of the First Special Service Force in Italy

1.25 hours from $19.00

Want to experience these in person?

Explore our tours

The Greek Islands: Mykonos, Santorini & Crete
with Athens extension
14 or 16 days
319
On sale from
$3,499$3,099*
Highlights of England, Scotland & Ireland
with London extension
12 or 14 days
376
On sale from
$2,679$2,479*
Ireland: Traditions of the Emerald Isle
with Belfast extension
11 or 13 days
313
On sale from
$2,199$1,799*
Scandinavia: The Capitals & the Fjords
with St. Petersburg extension
14 or 17 days
229
On sale from
$3,739$3,339*
Kenya Wildlife Safari
with Tanzania extension
13 or 17 days
248
On sale from
$4,349$3,949*
westminiter bridge and houses of parliament in london england
London & Paris
with Paris extension
9 or 11 days
224
On sale from
$2,719$2,319*
Grand Tour of Spain
with Barcelona extension
14 or 16 days
333
On sale from
$2,899$2,649*

Online Escapes FAQ

What are Online Escapes?

Online Escapes are cultural experiences hosted live by experts from the EF community. It’s our way of bringing the best parts of world travel—connecting with others while learning about a new culture—straight to your home. All Online Escapes are real-time virtual experiences, which means that they’re livestreamed over the internet.

What types of virtual experiences can I join?

Online Escapes are all about bringing the on-tour experience to your home. That means there are a range of online experiences for you to choose from. Think: photography lessons, cultural courses, virtual tours, online cooking classes, and even wine tastings. Check back often—we’re always adding new hosts and Online Escapes!

What’s included in these virtual experiences?

All Online Escapes include a virtual session hosted by an expert from the EF community. You can find details about each Online Escape—who’s hosting it, what you’ll learn, how many others can join, and how long the online experience will be—by clicking on the one you’re interested in. All that’s required to participate in an Online Escape is yourself, your computer or mobile device, and a strong internet connection—some hosts will share a list of recommended items to bring as well, depending on the topic of your online experience.

Once you’ve signed up for an Online Escape, we’ll send you detailed information about what to expect, how to prepare, and how to join using a Zoom access link.

You can read the full Online Escapes Terms & Conditions here.

How do I participate in an Online Escape?

All Online Escapes are virtual experiences, so you’ll need an internet connection and a device with the ability to stream audio and video. You can use your computer, tablet, or phone—whichever you prefer.

You can sign up for an Online Escape by selecting the date and time that works for you and completing a quick checkout process. Credit and debit cards are the forms of payment accepted for Online Escapes.

A link to manage your reservation, along with details about how to join, will be included in your confirmation email. You’ll also receive a reminder email leading up to the start time of your Online Escape.