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Overview »Meet Smithsonian Student Travel and learn what they do »Hear our itinerary »Find out what is included on our tour »Learn about the available coverage plan »Hear your payment options »Discover your online account »Find out how to enroll on our tour

“The Washington, D.C., Capital Tour really brought our book knowledge to real life experience.” -Bonnie Parkin, Teacher, California Why enroll your child on an educational tour? »Bring classroom lessons to life for your child »Help your child improve his/her grades »See your child gain independence and confidence »Provide an unforgettable experience for your child Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll

Clarion Inn, Oxon Hill Days Inn, Laurel “I am amazed at the amount of experiences my students had. Our tour director was knowledgeable and fun. This was such a great value at this given time. Affordable. Educational. A trip of a lifetime.” -Paula Rodriguez, Group Leader, Teacher, Texas What does Smithsonian Student Travel do? »They offer low prices so more students can travel Like the Smithsonian, it is Smithsonian Student Travel’s mission to make knowledge accessible to as many Americans as possible. They want every student to be able to experience the best of our country’s history and heritage. »They never sacrifice quality or comfort When you enroll on a Smithsonian Student Travel tour, you can be confident that you’re choosing the best for your child. Their network of offices ensures the safety of your child and their long-standing relationships with their suppliers allow them to continuously work with hotels, restaurants and sightseeing providers to offer us a high-quality product at the most competitive price. Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll

What does Smithsonian Student Travel do? »They offer fully accredited, interactive tours that make learning fun As a fully accredited educational program supported by Smithsonian resources, Smithsonian Student Travel’s itinerary will show you the best of the Smithsonian’s museums and the best of America on tour. »Smithsonian Student Travel builds a relationship with you They understand how busy you are. That’s why they provide you with a customer service representative to answer all of your questions. This individual works side-by-side with our group’s tour consultant, so he or she will understand your individual tour needs and account status. “Smithsonian Student Travel opened the door to learning for my students.” - Jeannette Ruiz, Teacher, Puerto Rico Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll

Travel ID badge Student backpack Luggage tag Group leader laptop bag “Smithsonian Student Travel reassures my students and me that we are very secure. I know they have safety as a top priority.” - Susan Creenan, Group Leader, Teacher, Arizona Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll Why are their tours so safe? »Full-time Smithsonian Student Travel Tour Director Tour directors are with groups 24-hours a day from the time they arrive to the moment they depart. »Professional overnight security Smithsonian Student Travel provides overnight security at each of our hotels to ensure our group is safe and secure. »Nationwide network of offices and a 24/7 Emergency Service In addition to an office in Washington, D.C., Smithsonian Student Travel supports tour groups with EF’s network of offices across America as well as a 24/7 emergency service from the Boston headquarters. »Student Travel ID Badges and backpacks Students each wear a Smithsonian Student Travel ID Badge, which provides helpful emergency contact information, and a Smithsonian Student Travel backpack, which is brightly-colored and easily identifiable.

Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll Tour itinerary: Washington, D.C., and Gettysburg and Williamsburg Day 1: »Learn abut the Smithsonian Institution during an introduction by your tour director »Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include: National Air and Space Museum National Museum of Natural History National Museum of African Art National Museum of American History Smithsonian American Art Gallery National Portrait Gallery »Take a night tour of D.C. Lincoln Memorial WWII Memorial Korean War Veterans Memorial Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll Tour itinerary: Washington, D.C., and Gettysburg and Williamsburg Day 2: »Travel to Gettysburg »Take a guided tour of Gettysburg National Military Park, where Lincoln delivered his famous address »Visit the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center »Visit the Cyclorama Experience »Return to Washington, D.C.

Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll Tour itinerary: Washington, D.C., and Gettysburg and Williamsburg Day 3: »Take a guided tour of Washington: Arlington National Cemetery Washington Monument Marine Corps War Memorial FDR Memorial »Make a photo stop at the White House »Visit Mount Vernon »Enjoy an evening activity

Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll Tour itinerary: Washington, D.C., and Gettysburg and Williamsburg Day 4: »Visit Capitol Hill U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center U.S. Supreme Court Library of Congress »Visit the National Archives »Visit Ford’s Theatre and Petersen House »Visit your choice of the Smithsonian’s museums (time permitting)

Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll Tour itinerary: Washington, D.C., and Gettysburg and Williamsburg Day 5: »Visit the Newseum (includes an Educational Program) »Travel to Williamsburg »Enjoy an evening activity

Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll Tour itinerary: Washington, D.C., and Gettysburg and Williamsburg Day 6: »Take a guided tour of Colonial Williamsburg: Capitol 18th-century tavern Visit Revolutionary City »Take a guided tour of Jamestown Settlement: Reproductions of original boats used when settlers came to America 17th-century colonial fort Traditional Powhatan Village

Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll Tour itinerary: Washington, D.C., and Gettysburg and Williamsburg Day 7: »Return to Washington D.C. »Depart for home!

Requested departure date: 3/31/2012 Departure city: Seattle Program Fee: $2,098 Adult Supplement: $250 Total for Adults: $2,348 How much does it cost? Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll

»Round-trip airfare »Clean and safe hotel rooms »Breakfast and dinner daily (as itinerary specifies) »Full time tour director »Sightseeing tours led by licensed expert guides »Air-conditioned motor coach »Smithsonian Student Travel backpack, luggage tag and travel ID badge »Travel journal »Medical and accident coverage »Bus driver and tour director gratuities »Smithsonian membership “Smithsonian Student Travel is different because of the relationships that they form with their group leaders and the flexibility that they have. When you are working with these people, they’re not just business-oriented; it is almost as if they become personally vested in each and every tour. They want to make sure that it is perfect not just for the group leader but for everybody involved; they want to make it easier on group leaders, on parents, on students.” -Marc Salazar, Group Leader, Teacher, California What does the program fee include? Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll

What is not included? »Lunches »Personal spending money »Optional coverage plan Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll

What does the coverage plan include? »Included in Program Fee Medical and Accident 24-hour Emergency Assistance »All Inclusive Travel Coverage Plan ($85 for flight groups; $60 for bus groups) Tour Cancellation and Interruption Coverage Program Fee Protection Baggage and Property Coverage Personal Delay Coverage »Please read booking conditions or call customer service for complete details on this highly recommended coverage. Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll

Monthly payment plan  Convenient monthly payments charged to a debit or credit card  Free to enroll with no late fees  Flexibility to extend your final payment due date up to 35 days before departure  HIGHLY recommended! Upon enrollment: $99 Enrollment Deposit (non-refundable) 30 days after enrollment: Account must have $350 total paid 110 days prior to departure: Account must be paid in full Please note that non-refundable late fees ranging from $40 - $85 will apply if payment is not received on the dates they are due Manual payment schedule How do you pay for your tour? Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll

How do you keep track of your account? »Log in to your personal website at SmithsonianStudentTravel.com to: Learn more about your destination Make online payments Enroll in our monthly payment plan Take note of important dates and information Order our All-Inclusive Travel Coverage Plan Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll

How do you enroll? Online: SmithsonianStudentTravel.com Phone: Fax: Mail: Smithsonian Student Travel EF Center One Education Street Cambridge, MA Tour number: Enrollment deadline: 10/7/2011 Meet SST Tour Itinerary What’s included? Coverage plan Payment options Online Account Enroll