This is the spot to get the latest information for the 2026 Europe trip. We have a trip!  The 2026 trip will be to the Britain, Scotland, and Ireland. The dates of the trip will be June 3rd to the 19th.  Final payments need to be in by May 15th. The itinerary is rounding in to form. Many exciting sites and activities have been planned.   You can find current accommodations below.  

Please email me if you have any questions: [email protected] 

Link to 2026 Europe Trip Informational Meeting on May 7th.

Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/256939488489259?p=2t3UCF4bm6dMBMarlu

What is my experience?

I took the 2025 seniors to some of the big cities in Europe such as Vienna and Berlin. I use my personal experiences, the Internet, and tour books to find the best sights and accommodations.  The 2026 trip will be my fourteenth year taking graduating seniors to Europe. I have been to Europe other times including backpacking on my own for six weeks. 

What will this trip cost?

This itinerary will cost $3,000.  

The $3,000 will cover:
Airfare
Accommodations 14/15 nights
Rail/Transportation
All Sights
Chaperones 
Some Breakfasts are included.  

Hidden Costs
Passport
Travel bag
Expenses in Europe - food


This link is a comparison of my 2024 trip to a similar national tour company. 

Payment
I collect a deposit before the summer break.  This allows me to get an idea of interest.  It also allows me to start shopping for flights during the summer. Deposits are $300.  I’m very flexible on payments. I will work with you to set up a payment schedule that fits your needs.  Ten $300 payments is the most common but other options are available. 

Dates of Summer Session
Most state schools will start summer session on 6/22 or later. 
UF  6/30. 
FIU 6/16 before return
UCF 6/23
FSU 6/23
USF 6/30
UM 6/16 before return
UNF 6/23
FAU 6/21 day we return

If you get in summer, talk to admissions at your school.  Explain situation.  Sometimes schools will change their minds.  FSU is very cooperative.  FIU is not. 

Proper planning before trip and good communication during trip is key. 
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Accommodations
While in Europe, we stay at a combination of hostels and hotels.  All are thoroughly researched before booking.  While price is a factor, all effort is made to provide unique experiences.  Also, staying near the action is key. 

Transportation
I look for flights that have the fewest connections and the best price.  While in Europe, we will be traveling by rail, boat, and plane.  More than likely, a rail pass will be provided to each participant.  ​

Chaperones 

Most chaperones are teachers with Broward County Schools.  All have FBI background checks.

Disclaimer 

The trip is in no way connected or sponsored by Broward County Schools or Deerfield Beach High School.  ​

Bag Information - here

Wavier Form - please fill out and return.

(How to pay:
Paypal - [email protected](send as a friend not to a business. 3% will be charged)
Venmo - @Mimi-Scales
Zelle - [email protected]

The links below provide great advice as the trip approaches:

Money Matters - here
Phones and Tech - here
Packing  - here
Theft and Scams - here
Health and Hygiene - here
Sleeping and Eating - here
Phillips' Packing List for Women - here
Packing list for Men - here
Travel Insurance - here

Current Accommodations(subject to change)

London
Rest Up London
York
Burton Stone Inn
Edinburgh
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
Liverpool
Heeton Concept Hotel 
Dublin
Generator Dublin

Flight Information
FlightsDepartureArrival
June 3 Flight 70 1:48 Fort Lauderdale 
Arrive Boston 5:03
Flight 1620 6:30pm Boston
Arrive Boston 6:30am

842
Operated by: JetBlueDublin
June 19
11:40AMNew York, NY (JFK)
June 19
2:17PM
1501
Operated by: JetBlueNew York, NY (JFK)
June 19
4:55PMFort Lauderdale, FL (FLL)
June 19
8:12PM

Itinerary is subject to change. We generally get to over 80% listed.  Most if not all big sights. 

6/3 Flight to London on Jet Blue

June 3rd
Fly from Fort Lauderdale to London
 
June 4th
Tube into the City
Maybe Changing of the Guard
Westminster City Walk
National Gallery after lunch

June 5th

British Museum 
British Library 

Covent Garden - lunch

Natural History Museum.

June 6th
Tate Modern Museum - 
Imperial War Museum – 

St Pauls Cathedral after lunch

Oldest Pubs Tour

Sky Garden in the evening.

June 7th

Science Museum 
Museum of the Docklands 
Victoria and Albert Museum 
National Portrait Gallery 
 
June 8th
Tower of London  
Boat to Greenwich
Visit Cutty Sark Ship
Queen House Greenwich – 
Martime Museum 

6/9 Train to York

York Minster
Tour the Shambles
Walking Tour - 
National Railway Museum

6/10

York Castle Museum
Yorkshire Museum

Ghost Tour - in evening

6/11 

Train to Edinburgh

City Walk - Greyfriars Bobby
National Museum of Scotland

Botanic Gardens in afternoon

6/12

Royal Mile
Edinburgh Castle 
St Giles Cathedral

After lunch
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Scottish National Gallery

6/13

Hiking in the morning or trip outside of town

Any missed sights in afternoon

Scotland World Cup Match 2am


6/14 
Train to Liverpool
Beattles Sights
Liverpool Team Store

6/15
Travel to Dublin Ferry arrives 4:45

Maybe an evening trip to Howth to see the coast and have dinner.

6/16
The book of Kells at Trinity College
Tour of Trinity College
Walking Tour of Dublin

Visit Guinness Museum and Brewery

Traditional Irish Music

6/17

Travel to Kilkenny for the day
 
Kilkenny Castle
Medieval Mile Museum 
Walking Tour
Butterslip Lane
The Black Abbey
 
6/18

Kilmainham Gaol
National Museum of Achaeology
​Any missed sights

6/19 Flight to Fort Lauderdale