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The Leaders in Student Travel

After 3 decades of taking thousands of travelers annually to destinations around the world, Breakaway Beach not only prides itself on being the largest student leisure tour operator in North America but also on their dedication to safe and fun travel.

Every traveler can rest easy knowing that a company with such strong resources, and presence in the Student Travel industry fully supports the Breakaway Beach experience.

 

Breakaway Beach makes it easy to plan your senior trip by providing:

SPECIALIZED DESTINATION TEAM

We are available to assist with arrivals and departures, and attend events and activities during the trip! All Breakaway Beach trip leaders go through a full background check, and extensive training prior to travel.

LEADER TO STUDENT RATIO

To ensure students can find support when they need assistance.

CENTRALIZED BREAKAWAY INFO DESK

On destination, our Info Desk is centralized in the hotel lobby. Travelers can visit Breakaway Beach team members for any information or questions they have!

STUDENT/PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONS

These sessions are held throughout the year to provide clear lines of communication between our company and our clients.

PAYMENT PLANS

We offer easy monthly payment plans to accommodate all travelers.

 

Breakaway Beach Traveler Tips And Guidelines:

Travel With Friends

Whether it’s getting closer with your own crew,  or meeting tons of others from all around the US.

Explore More

Step out of your comfort zone. Explore your surroundings. Be Adventurous and get involved in all of our Breakaway Beach activities and exclusive events.

Take Responsibility

Woohoo, freedom and independence. This trip is going to be unreal, however you need to take responsibility for your own actions. Act like a mature adult and we’re all good!

Respect

Treat all Breakaway leaders, other guests, locals and anyone you meet on your trip with respect. All good vibes, all the time. 

How to Stay Safe

Our #1 priority is safety. Please be aware of our guidelines that are in place to keep you and your group safe. Some are actual laws, but most are just common sense.

  • Fighting and violence is not tolerated. Anyone involved in a fight or altercation may be immediately removed from the trip at own cost.

  • Possession of illegal drugs is prohibited. Authorities may be contacted and will result in immediate removal from program at own cost.

  • Responsible consumption of alcohol is allowed only for individuals 18 years and over.

  • There is a strict no alcohol policy in all common areas of the hotel and on-board any bus.

  • Only Breakaway travelers who are registered at your hotel are allowed in your room.

  • Travelers will be required to wear their Breakaway Beach wristband at all times during the trip.

  • No person shall impede the enjoyment or safety of others. Intimidation, including verbal, physical, or sexual harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.

  • We believe in yes means yes, and only yes means yes. No person shall engage in nonconsensual sexual activity. Any form of sexual violence will not be tolerated.

  • Bags and travelers will be searched by security personnel. Any illegal substances will be confiscated and discarded. Local authorities may be contacted.

  • Respect all bus, hotel, excursion, venue, and Breakaway property.

  • Quiet hours between 10pm and 7am must be observed in all public areas of the hotel.

  • Zero noise starts at 1am — All travelers must be in a room at this time.

  • Smoking is only permitted in designated areas. No smoking in rooms or buses.

  • Sign-in daily — This lets us know you are safe, and gives you a chance to ask us questions about the trip.

  • If the Breakaway Beach Traveler Guidelines are broken, the traveler may receive a warning with conditions a phone call home to parents, or could be dismissed from the program at parents/guardians expense

Expectations for Breakaway Beach

Breakaway leaders will be available during designated hours to assist travelers and answer questions. Please review and have a conversation about what Breakaway leaders Do Vs. Don’t Do.

Breakaway Leaders Do:

  • Make themselves available at the Info Desk between 9am–1am.

  • Roam the hotel during designated hours and make themselves available at all Breakaway Beach activities, excursions, & events.

  • Manage all medical emergencies including accompanying traveler to clinic and contacting parents.

  • Ensure a leader can be reached via the front desk throughout the night in case of emergency.

  • Perform extensive briefing upon arrival to review the Breakaway Beach Traveler Guidelines to ensure a safe and fun trip.

  • Call parents when there is a major infraction to the Breakaway Beach Traveler Guidelines.

  • Remove travelers that pose a threat to themselves or others.

  • Ensure that bag checks are done by security once travelers arrive at hotel.

Breakaway Leaders Don’t:

  • Know the exact location of every traveler at all times.

  • Enter rooms of travelers, unless in case of emergency.

  • See all actions of travelers and are not present at all times to help curb behaviour or language.

  • Smell drinks for alcohol.

  • Guarantee that travelers will not have access to alcohol from shops or other means.

Expectations for Breakaway Travelers and Parents

Safety is Breakaway Beach’s #1 priority, however, parents and travelers need to have an open and honest conversation about proper expectations and appropriate behaviour while traveling.

Expectations of Travelers:

  • Act like an adult & treat others with respect.

  • Be responsible for your own actions.

  • If you’re the age of majority, you must drink responsibly.

  • Be respectful of other guests, especially during quiet hours.

  • Sign-in daily at the Breakaway Beach Info Desk.

  • Bring any emergency directly to Breakaway Beach leaders who are always ready to provide assistance.

  • If you can be smart and safe back home on a Friday night then you will have a safe and fun experience on Breakaway Beach.

Expectations of Parents:

  • Sit down with your son or daughter & read the Breakaway Beach Traveler Guidelines.

  • Set proper expectations of behaviour while away from home.

  • Have a conversation about decisions your child may be faced with while traveling.

Reviews & Testimonials

Don’t take our word for it. Take a look at what some past travelers that have lived the Ultimate Travel Experience are saying about Breakaway Beach.

Breakaway Beach employees have been so great. They make sure we have a great, safe trip and have so much planned for us. We worked so hard this year this trip is exactly what we needed and would do senior year again just to come back. Shoutout to Kevin and Lauren! Loved them!

Mr Reed

My friends and I had a wonderful time and enjoyed every moment together for one last time. Our trip was very enjoyable and safe throughout the whole time! We had a great fun advisor, I think her name was Maisie and she made sure we were good throughout the whole time.

Carson

Loved my Senior Trip to the Bahamas! Thank you for an amazing time ya’ll! The entire staff were very polite, respectful, and helped me out when I accidentally lost my phone on the beach. Thank you Kevin and Lauren for helping me find it! And Jake was a boss for helping me get an Advil!

Josh

Professional Accrediations

Breakaway Beach is proud to display a wide range of accreditation within the travel industry.

International Airlines Travel Agent Network (IATAN)
US Department of Transportation (DOT)
Student Youth Travel Association (SYTA)
Google Reviews

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For over 30 years, students have chosen Breakaway Beach to celebrate their graduation with an extraordinary senior trip.

Our trips spread joy and spark an appreciation for travel, culture and friendship. A big part of our success is our knowledgeable, enthusiastic and hardworking team.

We're constantly growing, so if you're passionate about youth travel and want to join a group of like-minded people and plan a senior trip with us, we want to hear from you! Take a look at our job openings listed below.