EF Go Ahead Tours Launches Semi-Annual Sale with Up to $600 in Savings as New Survey Reveals Growing International Travel Confidence Among Americans

Mystery Tours return alongside flash bonus deals and signature international itineraries as 70% of recent North American travelers report positive reception by locals

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EF Go Ahead Tours announced today the launch of its highly anticipated Semi-Annual Sale, offering travelers savings of up to $600 on expertly-crafted guided tours worldwide. Running through July 22, the sale features the return of the brand's popular Mystery Tours alongside rotating bonus deals and discounts on signature itineraries across Europe, Asia, South America, and beyond.

The sale launch coincides with new survey findings from EF Go Ahead Tours that reveal a notable shift in North American traveler sentiment, where 54% of Americans said they intend to vacation internationally in 2025. Despite some recent news headlines, 70% of North Americans who traveled internationally since January 2025 reported they did not feel poorly treated by locals because of their country of origin.

"These survey results reflect what we're hearing from our travelers every day – many Americans are eager to explore the world and feel genuinely welcomed abroad," said Jessica Trammell, VP of Marketing at EF Go Ahead Tours. "Our Semi-Annual Sale is perfectly timed to help make those travel dreams a reality, whether they're drawn to our classic European itineraries or ready to embrace the adventure of a Mystery Tour destination."

Sale Highlights:

The EF Go Ahead Tours Semi-Annual Sale features up to $600 discounts on destinations around the globe. Sample popular tours with the steepest discounts include:

• A Week in Italy: Venice, Florence & Rome (March 4, 2026) - $2,529 after discount
• Highlights of England, Scotland & Ireland (February 28, 2026) - $2,899 after discount
• South Korea & Japan: Seoul to Tokyo (April 25, 2026) - $5,119 after discount
• Grand Tour of Peru: Machu Picchu to Lake Titicaca (May 9, 2026) - $4,349 after discount

Mystery Tours Make Their Return

By popular demand, EF Go Ahead Tours is bringing back its Mystery Tours, offering adventurous travelers the chance to save $800 on a top-secret destination. These exclusive offerings cater to travelers seeking maximum savings and spontaneous discovery.

Limited-Time Bonus Deals

Three rotating Bonus Deal periods will offer additional savings of up to $750:

• European Favorites (June 25-27): Italy, Greece, UK, and Ireland
• North American Adventures (July 2-4): United States and Canada tours
• Bucket List Destinations (July 16-18): Latin America, Asia, Africa, and Australia/New Zealand

The Semi-Annual Sale runs from June 17 through July 22, 2025. For complete tour details and booking information, visit www.goaheadtours.com or call 1-800-590-1161.

Tired of the heat? Try an EF Go Ahead Coolcation!

EF Go Ahead Tours just recently launched a collection of its Coolcation tours – guided travel during the summer to hot destinations that don't come with heat exhaustion.

Check out one of more than 23 tours to destinations like Ireland, Scotland, Scandinavia, and more!

To learn more, visit: https://www.goaheadtours.com/tours/coolcations

Booking future trips with EF Go Ahead Tours is a win-win.

Travelers lock in today's costs for future travel and through EF Go Ahead Tour's AutoPay, and travelers benefit from one of the few credit and interest-free payment plans available in the current economy. Flexible options allow changes to dates and destinations up to the Tour Finalization Date.

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About EF Go Ahead Tours
EF Go Ahead Tours offers more than 200 guided trips across six continents. Each carefully planned, expertly led tour makes it easy for curious travelers of all ages to get to the heart of a destination. With a maximum group size well below the industry average, each trip has the perfect balance of planned sightseeing and free time to explore. EF Go Ahead Tours is a part of EF Education First, the world's largest international education company that was founded in 1965. With a mission of opening the world through education, EF Education First has 612 offices and schools in 50 countries.

SOURCE EF Go Ahead Tours