Spring Break Gone Sober: EF Ultimate Break Launches New Collection of Sober Tours in Costa Rica, Thailand and Egypt as More International Gen Z Travelers Prioritize Culture, Wellness and Community
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Gen Z and Millennial travelers are proving Spring Break is more than a party. Nearly seven in ten (68%) university-aged travelers (18–22-year-olds) told EF Ultimate Break, a Gen Z leader in experiential travel, that they were looking for sober activities during Spring Break (a 9+ pt increase over millennials , ages 23-35).
The recent study of Gen Z and Millennial traveler insights also found most university-aged travelers valued the opportunity to learn about the people, place and cultures they intended to visit as the top reason for traveling internationally. Followed by: 2) relaxation time by the pool or beachside, 3) meeting new people, 4) blending social activities and culture, 5) volunteering and 6) outright partying (last on the list).
Based on these traveler insights, EF Ultimate Break is launching its first collection of sober-focused Spring Break tours for college students in Costa Rica, Thailand and Egypt. Click here to view: http://efultimatebreak.com/trip-collections/sober-spring-break.
"Today's Gen Z travelers have made it clear that they're looking for more than a party scene on their Spring Break trip and we listened. We've designed our new collection of alcohol-free tours to prioritize wellness and mindfulness, while still delivering on the culture, adventure and community synonymous with all EF Ultimate Break tours," said Heather Leisman, President, EF Ultimate Break. "Whether it's kayaking in Costa Rica's Lake Arsenal, snorkeling in Phang Nga, Thailand, or visiting the Pyramids in Egypt, our new sober themed tours put the focus on shared experiences and well-being as we create a new Spring Break experience for the next generation of world traveler."
Details of the new tours include:
Sober Spring Break: Costa Rica - 10 days, 4 cities (From $2,189 before flights)
Spring break in Costa Rica is the exact opposite of sitting in class—unless you can lounge on perfect beaches, zipline through the rainforest, hang with sloths, and live la pura vida in the lecture halls at your university, in which case...where do we apply? All of the thrill with the energy to power your next day of active travel.
Sober Spring Break: Thailand - 11 days, 3 cities (From $2,699 before flights)
Tap into Thailand's rich wellness culture with traditional Thai massages, meditation, and healing rituals that leave you feeling refreshed. This spring break is one for the books—and IG highlights. Enjoy brag-worthy spots in Bangkok's bustling markets. Soak up the sun and surf on the Instagrammable beaches of Phuket. Manifest good vibes and inner peace amidst the ancient temples of Chiang Mai. Want the ultimate spring break without the adult beverage? It's waiting in Thailand.
Egypt: A Sober Cruise Along the Nile - 10 days, 4 cities (From $3,199 $2,699 before flights)
There's no denying it— being clear-headed while seeing the only remaining Ancient Wonder, exploring 5,000 years of history, and cruising through a desert oasis are peak bucket list activities. So brush up on your hieroglyphics, because your next adventure is about to be mystical, magical, and wondrous.
Meet our "Ultimate Intern"
How better than to introduce this new sober collection of tours to the world than by sending EF Ultimate Break's very own Ultimate Intern to Costa Rica to document the experience?
Introducing our Ultimate Intern, Alex! Alex graduated recently from Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL, and is creating content for EF Ultimate Break's social media channels live from one of our tours in Costa Rica.
"I thought it was important to show other world travelers my age that Spring Break can be more meaningful than bar hopping and beach parties, especially when you get to truly experience a special place like Costa Rica and learn about what life is like for locals who live the 'Pura Vida' lifestyle every day," said Alex, EF Ultimate Break's Ultimate Intern, "Having this chance to focus on learning about an amazing country like Costa Rica as my top priority, and documenting the experience on social media, is the educational opportunity of a lifetime as I explore a potential career in the travel industry."
Are you a budding influencer making a name for yourself on Instagram or Tik Tok? Interested in creating content while traveling the world? Click here to learn more about more ways to work with EF Ultimate Break: https://www.efultimatebreak.com/traveling-with-us/influencer-travel
About EF Ultimate Break
EF Ultimate Break is the best way to experience the world for anyone 18-35. With over 140+ trips, we handle logistics for everything that makes travel a great experience from accommodations to flights to amazing tour directors to memory-making excursions. Our affordable interest-free payment plans make international travel possible for every traveler. EF Ultimate Break is part of EF Education First, the world leader in international education, has helped millions of people throughout its history learn a language, discover the world, or earn an academic degree.
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