Meet Our Local Guides & Field Directors

What is the goal of our Local Guides & Field Directors?

What are our Local Guides & Field Directors responsibilities?

• Meet you on arrival and support you throughout the module until you depart for your next destination.
• Conduct an orientation with your group on arrival day to prepare you for the experience ahead.
• Share important safety information and provide safety briefings as necessary; conduct safety checks of all hotels, transportation and program-sponsored activities.
• Help students navigate local cultural norms and contextualize cultural differences.
• Look after all on-program logistics, schedules, and the general welfare of the group.
• Conduct walking tours and visits to cultural sights, providing commentary and a local perspective; make appropriate suggestions for free time activities that enhance the program’s educational content.
• Create and maintain a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all participants.

Where are our Local Guides & Field Directors based?

All over the world! Our Local Guides & Field Directors are usually based in the country you're visiting or otherwise work there regularly, so they're experts in the local experience.

Local Guide Keith on the EF Gap Semester's Guided Exploration pf Europe tour

Tour Director Ivan is usually behind the camera, so this is a rare shot of him taking in the sights!

Service Learning Director with EF Gap Year students and staff in Bayahibe