Why Ultimate Break Is Perfect for Gen Z and Millennial Travelers

A lot of educational tour companies started with student trips and never really evolved. Others are trying to appeal to everyone, which usually means they appeal to no one. Ultimate Break is different. We’re specifically designed for travelers ages 18-35, which means everything from the itineraries to the pace to the vibe is tailored to what young adults actually want.

We’ve found the sweet spot—expertly planned trips that include all the must-sees, plus enough free time to explore on your own or sleep in after a late night out.

The result? Itineraries for adults that feel like they were made by people who actually understand how you want to travel. Because they were.

One of the biggest questions we hear is “can you recommend some travel groups or communities?” And honestly, that’s the whole point of Ultimate Break. You’re not just booking a trip—you’re joining a community of travelers who are in the same life stage, with similar interests and energy levels.

Think about it: when you travel with Ultimate Break, you’re surrounded by other young adults who also wanted to see Machu Picchu, island hop in Greece, or eat their way through Thailand. You already have something in common before you even introduce yourself. And because group sizes are manageable, it’s easy to actually get to know people instead of just being a face in a massive crowd.

Some of the best friendships start on these trips. We’re talking people who meet on a tour and end up planning their next adventure together, staying in touch long after they’ve unpacked their suitcases, or even becoming roommates back home. Travel has a way of fast-tracking connections, and when you’re with the right group, those connections stick.

Here’s where Ultimate Break stands out from other travel companies: we actually include everything. Flights, accommodations, transportation between cities, guided tours, some meals, and a 24/7 Tour Director who’s basically your travel guru. You’re not nickel-and-dimed along the way or surprised by hidden fees.

This is huge for young travelers who want to budget smartly without sacrificing the experience. When you book an around the world travel and tours experience with other companies, you might find that the advertised price is just the beginning. Suddenly you’re paying extra for airport transfers, hotel upgrades, tour guides, and entrance fees. With Ultimate Break, what you see is what you get—and what you get is a lot.

Plus, we offer interest-free payment plans so you can spread the cost over time. Instead of dropping thousands upfront, you’re making manageable monthly or bi-weekly payments. By the time your departure date rolls around, you’ve already paid it off in chunks that didn’t wreck your budget. It’s travel that’s actually accessible, not just aspirational.

Some travel programs for adults feel like they were designed by someone who’s never actually been to the destination. You know the type—surface-level tourist traps with zero local flavor. Ultimate Break itineraries are the opposite. They’re crafted by people who know these places inside and out, and they’re designed to give you a mix of iconic experiences and authentic moments.

Want to see the Eiffel Tower? Obviously. But you’ll also get to explore neighborhoods most tourists never find, eat at spots locals actually recommend, and experience the culture in ways that feel real, not staged. Whether it’s a cooking class in Italy, a traditional tea ceremony in Japan, or a night out in Barcelona’s best tapas bars, the experiences are thoughtfully chosen to give you the full picture.

And because Ultimate Break has been part of the EF family for over 60 years, we have connections and insider access that other travel companies just don’t. We’re not winging it—we’re drawing on decades of experience and a global network that makes every trip smoother, richer, and more memorable.

Traveling solo can be intimidating, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. But with Ultimate Break, solo travel doesn’t mean lonely travel. You’re joining a group of people who are also exploring the world, many of whom are traveling on their own too.

There’s something freeing about showing up to a trip by yourself and leaving with a crew. You get all the independence of solo travel—you can do your own thing during free time, skip activities that don’t interest you, and move at your own pace—but you also have built-in companionship when you want it. Meals, excursions, and nights out are way more fun when you’ve got people to share them with.

And if you’re worried about rooming with a stranger, don’t be. Most people end up loving their roommates, and it’s a great way to make a close friend right off the bat. Plus, if you really want your own space, you can always pay for a single room upgrade.

Planning international travel is a lot. Booking flights, finding accommodations, figuring out transportation, researching what to do in each city—it adds up fast. And if something goes wrong (missed connection, lost luggage, last-minute itinerary change), you’re on your own to figure it out.

With us, all of that stress disappears. We book your flights, arrange your hotels, coordinate transportation between cities, and plan your daily itineraries. If something goes sideways, your Tour Director is there to handle it. You get to focus on actually enjoying your trip instead of troubleshooting logistics in a language you don’t speak. It’s freedom and security wrapped into one.

At the end of the day, the most popular travel companies among Gen Z and Millennials are the ones that understand what young travelers actually want. We want adventure, but we also want ease. We want authentic experiences, but we don’t want to sacrifice comfort. We want to meet people, but we don’t want forced group activities that feel like summer camp.

Ultimate Break gets it. We’ve built a travel company that balances structure and freedom, adventure and relaxation, planning and spontaneity. We’ve created a community of young travelers who are curious, open-minded, and ready to explore the world—and we’ve made it accessible through payment plans, transparent pricing, and trips that deliver serious value.

So, if you’ve been asking yourself “Which travel companies are most popular among young travelers?”—this is your answer. We’re not just a travel company. We’re a community, a support system, and a gateway to the kind of travel that changes you.