EC Escapes is a unique language vacation programme created exclusively for adults aged 50 and over who want to connect with the world through language and culture—and share their experiences with like-minded travellers. Offered in 6 of the world’s most vibrant and culturally rich English-speaking cities, the programme provides a perfect blend of English classes and immersive cultural experiences to help you speak confidently in everyday situations.
Our language courses, expertly crafted to help you speak confidently in everyday situations while travelling, include General English (or General French, in our Montreal school) and are held in our EC English schools. Our dedicated teachers create a comfortable and engaging learning environment, understanding that your primary goal is to communicate effectively on your language vacation. We are here to support you every step of the way.
At EC Escapes, we believe that learning English should be as enjoyable as it is educational. That is why we offer an exciting mix of activities to ensure you have plenty of exciting opportunities to use your English in your host city. Your dedicated activities programme will be tailored to your destination and will include scenic guided tours, cultural experiences, trips to landmark historical sites, dining and social events, leisurely walks and more.
We understand that every traveller has unique needs. So, at each school, we provide you with a dedicated concierge. They are available to ensure your journey with us is smooth, memorable and tailored to your specific needs. The EC Escapes dedicated concierge can help you book experiences and tickets for events outside of the programme, and will be on hand during lessons and excursions to guide you and answer any questions you may have.
At EC Escapes, you will be learning English and socialising with other adults who share your passion for exploration and learning—adults from all over the world and from all walks of life. The experiences and adventures you will share on your language vacation are so unique, you will develop lifelong friendships and build global networks.
We understand that comfort and flexibility are essential, which is why we offer a range of accommodation options to suit your personal preferences. Whether you prefer the welcoming atmosphere of a homestay, the privacy of a residence with an ensuite, or the convenience of a hotel or premium serviced apartment, you can select the best option that aligns with your lifestyle and needs.
We make it easy for you to explore and enjoy every moment of your EC Escapes language vacation. We provide free transport to and from all scheduled activities so you can focus on having fun and making the most of your experience without stress!
These are sample timetables and are subject to change.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Sunday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | General English lessons | General English lessons | Gozo Tour (lunch included) | |||
| Afternoon | Valletta Tour & The Grand Master’s Palace | Maltese Wine Tasting | ||||
| General English lessons | General English lessons | General English lessons | ||||
| Evening | Maltese Dinner | Mosta Dome and Maltese snacks |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | General English lessons | Tower of London | General English lessons | London Eye | General English lessons | Stonehenge & Bath Tour and/or Cambridge Day Tour |
| Afternoon | Crazy Golf | General English lessons | General English lessons | Afternoon Tea at the Tudor Barn |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Weekend | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | General English lessons | General English lessons | General English lessons | General English lessons | General English lessons | Statue Of Liberty and Ellis Island Food Tour & New York’s Best Parks |
| Afternoon | Central Park Visit & Welcome Dinner | United Nations Visit | Empire State Building Visit & Farewell Rooftop Happy Hour | |||
| Evening | Broadway Musical |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | General English lessons | Roben Island Boat Tour | General English lessons | General English lessons | Cape Peninsula Day Tour | |
| Afternoon | General Information Session | Roben Island Boat Tour | Table Mountain | General English lessons | Cape Winelands Half Day Tour | |
| Evening | Welcome Event |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | General English lessons | General English lessons | General English lessons | General English lessons | General English lessons | Full day tour to Galway and the Cliff’s of Moher Tour | |
| Afternoon | Trinity College and the Book of Kells | Botanical Garden | |||||
| Evening | Irish Cuisine Dinner | Irish Pub Visit |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Weekend | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | General English / French lessons | General English / French lessons | General English / French lessons | General English / French lessons | General English / French lessons | Laurentians Tour and/or Ottawa Day Trip and/or Quebec City Day Trip |
| Afternoon | Fine Arts Museum | Mixology Session 1 | ||||
| Evening | An Evening in Old Montreal | Casino Night |
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From the moment you book with EC Escapes, we have your back. We are committed to ensuring that your time with us is successful and stress-free.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
We set you up for success in advance and hook you up with the MyEC app.
YOUR FIRST DAY
You will feel at home from day one, with social time, help settling in and a 24/7 concierge.
YOUR LESSONS
We design lessons to match your unique needs and life experiences, ensuring your learning is practical and relevant.
YOUR ACTIVITIES
You will enjoy lots of guided, immersive cultural activities, where you can use your English.
YOUR GRADUATION
Receive a certificate and an unforgettable send-off for you and your new EC Escapes friends.
Whether you are starting on this journey alone or with a companion, you can look forward to meeting a diverse group of people from all around the globe. Learn English while socialising with adults from around the world who share your passion for exploration and learning.
Our English course is expertly crafted to help you speak confidently in everyday situations while on your language vacation. We use materials from National Geographic Learning for lessons and have tailor-made materials for leisure and travel subjects. Our dedicated and highly trained teachers create a comfortable and engaging learning environment.
The recommended programme duration is 2 weeks, with unique content for each week. The schedule repeats after the fourth week. One-week or three-week bookings are possible; however, no compensation will be given for missed activities or shortened weeks.
Included in every package are:
We provide you with a dedicated concierge at each school. They are here 24/7 to ensure that your journey is smooth, memorable, and tailored to your specific needs.
The EC Escapes concierge can book experiences and tickets for events outside of the programme and in line with your interests and are on hand during lesson time and excursions to guide you and answer any questions or address any concerns you may have.
Learning is different as a mature adult. After busy decades of raising families and building careers, you are more self-confident than ever before and open to getting the most out of learning. EC Escapes was designed to meet the needs of people like you, who are ready to prioritise themselves, live your dreams and get the most out of travel by improving their language skills.
