EC Partners

2025

English Language Experiences for Adults

Are you a mature explorer, a culture enthusiast or a lifelong learner?

EC Escapes is your ideal destination if you’re eager to learn English in an exciting, enriching environment. Join our unique programme tailored exclusively for adult learners who want to explore the world, make new friends, and enhance their language skills.

 

About EC Escapes

EC Escapes offers a unique English learning experience. Our programme is a perfect blend of English classes and the opportunity to experience the local culture, traditions and history. We include guided tours, visits to landmarks, culinary
adventures, leisurely walks, and plenty of social and dining activities.

Included in every package:

English lessons

Course books

Activities

Concierge service

Transport to and from activities

Programme Availability

Choose from our six stunning locations:

Malta: April – June; September – November
London: August – October
New York: March – April
Cape Town: December – February
Dublin: June – August 
Montreal: October – December 

Malta

Start dates: 28th Apr – 20th Jun | 29th Sep – 7th Nov

London

Start dates: 18th August – 10th October

New York

Start dates: 3rd March – 25th April

Cape Town

Start dates: 30 Dec 2024 – 28 Feb 2025 | 08 Dec 2025 – 30 Jan 2026

Dublin

Start dates: 23rd June – 15th August

Montreal

Start dates: 10th October – 5th December *French Available in Montreal

Improve Your English Skills 

Our English course is expertly crafted to help you speak confidently in everyday situations while travelling. 

Our dedicated and highly trained teachers create a comfortable and engaging learning environment. 

We understand that your primary goal is to communicate effectively, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 

*French Available in Montreal

Meet New People 

Whether you’re starting on this journey alone or with a companion, you can look forward to meeting a diverse group of people from all around the globe. Learn English while socialising with other adults who share your passion for exploration and learning. 

Accommodation Options 

Choose according to your preferences from: 

Homestay

Carefully selected hosts private bedroom

Breakfast & evening meals

Hotel*

Local hotel

Guesthouse

(*Malta only)

Residence

Single room, ensuite bathroom (recommended) 

Other options available as per Price List

Premium*

Available upon request*

Serviced apartments

Self catering apartments

*Availability and rates are tentative and subject to change until confirmed and booked. This is a third-party product in collaboration with a trusted partner. While EC strives for accuracy, we cannot guarantee having visited; inspected every accommodation option. EC cannot be held responsible for any issues related to product delivery or specific accommodation experiences.

Concierge Service

We understand that every traveller is unique, and that’s why we provide you with a dedicated concierge at each school. They’re here to ensure that your journey is smooth, memorable, and tailored to your specific needs. 

Social Activities 

At EC Escapes, we believe that learning English should be as enjoyable as it is educational. That’s why we offer an exciting mix of indoor and outdoor activities to ensure you have an unforgettable experience.

Here’s a taste of what you can look forward to: 

Sample Activities

Malta

Gozo Tour • Wine Tasting • Mdina Tour & Cake with a view • Three Cities and Inquisitor's Palace

London

Afternoon Tea at the 16th Century Tudor Barn • Kensington Palace • Stonehenge UNESCO Site

New York

Broadway Musical • Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island • Brooklyn Street Art Walking Tour • United Nations Visit and Tour

Cape Town

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens • Township Tour including Lunch • Winelands Tour • Seal Island Boat Tour and Groot Constantia Wine Tasting

Dublin

Irish Dancing Event • Traditional Cuisine Dinner • Discover the Book of Kells

Montreal

High Tea at the Ritz • Old Montreal Tour • Mount-Royal Stroll • Activities are bilingual in English and French

Subject to change
Extra activities can be booked separately as an individual or in groups

Weekly Sample timetable

Pricing

Choose according to your preferences from: 

Malta

€695 

€635

1 week

2+ weeks

London

£730

£665

1 week

2+ weeks

New York

$905

$825

 per 1 week

2+ weeks

Cape Town

€695

€635

1 week

2+ weeks

Dublin

€755

€665

1 week

2+ weeks

Montreal

$895

$805

1 week

2+ weeks

English classes, activities, course materials, return transport during activities, concierge service included in the package.

Are you ready?

Join us at EC Escapes and unlock the world of English while exploring vibrant cultures, making lifelong memories, and building lasting friendships. This is your opportunity to learn, grow, and have an incredible adventure. 

Contact us now to book your place or for more information.  

EC Escapes FAQs

EC Escapes is your ideal destination if you’re eager to learn English in an exciting, enriching environment. Join our unique programme tailored exclusively for adult learners who want to explore the world, make new friends, and enhance their language skills.

2024 Programme availability

Malta: April 8 to June 14 | September 9 to November 15
London: June 17 to September 6
New York: September 9 to November 15
Cape Town: December 9 to February 28

The recommended programme duration is 2 or 4 weeks, with unique content for each week. The schedule repeats after the fourth week. While one-week or three-week bookings are allowed, no compensation will be given for missed activities or shortened weeks.

Malta start dates:
April 8, 22 | May 6, 20 | June 3 | Sep 9, 23 | Oct 7, 21 | Nov 4

London start dates:
June 17 | July 1, 15, 29 | August 12, 27

New York start dates:
Sep 9, 23 | Oct 7, 21 | Nov 4

Cape Town start dates:
Dec 9, 23* – Jan 6, Jan 20 | Feb 3, 17
*Christmas course must be booked by 29th November 2024, €100 per week supplement applies.

 

2025 Programme Availability

Malta: April 28 to June 20 | September 29 to November 7 
London: August 18 to October 10 
New York: March 3 to April 25
Cape Town:  December 30 to February 28 2025 | December 8 to January 30 2026
Dublin: June 23 to August 15 
Montreal:  October 10 to December 5 

EC Escapes offers a unique English learning experience, designed especially for mature individuals looking to connect with the world through experiences, language and culture. Our programme is a perfect blend of 20 lessons covering general English and is immersive, and a further 6 delving into local culture, traditions and history. But that’s not all – we also include guided tours, visits to landmarks, culinary adventures, leisurely walks, and plenty of social and dining activities in every package.

  • English lessons
  • Get Ready to Explore sessions
  • Activities
  • Concierge service

 

Included in every package

This programme is recommended for students aged 45+

Pricing

Malta €1210 per 2-week package

London £1270 per 2-week package

New York $1570 per 2-week package

Cape Town €1210 per 2-week package

English lessons, Get Ready to Explore sessions, activities, concierge service included in the package

We offer an exciting mix of indoor and outdoor activities* to ensure you have an unforgettable experience.

Here’s a sample of what you can look forward to:

Malta – Comino trip, Limestone Heritage and workshop, Trekking, Gozo Tour, St John’s Cathedral and Valletta, Harbour Cruise, St Paul’s Catacombs, Three Cities and Inquisitor’s Palace, Mdina tour

London – Literary Walking Tour, Jamie Oliver School Cooking Lesson, Tasting Tour Of Borough Market, Visit To National Gallery, Historical Pubs, National Theatre Trip, David Bowie Soho Walking Tour, River Boat Trip

New York – Gospel Brunch, Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, Central Park Row Boats, Distillery Tour, Dinner And Boat Cruise, Guided Tour Of The Met, Broadway Musical, Jazz Night, Visit To UN, Spa Experience, The Highline

Cape Town – Quiz Night, Hike From Constantia To Kirstenbosch Gardens, Dinner And Drumming, Lion’s Head Hike, Cape Of God Hope, Kayaking, Wine Tasting, Safari, Winelands Tour

*Activities may change

Extra activities can be booked separately as an individual or in groups.

Our English course is expertly crafted to help you speak confidently in everyday situations while travelling. We use materials from National Geographic Learning for lessons and have tailor made materials for leisure and travel subjects.

Our dedicated and highly trained teachers create a comfortable and engaging learning environment.

You should have increased knowledge and confidence to use the English language. We give certificates with a recognised level on completion of the course.

Choose according to your preferences from:

Homestay

Carefully selected hosts private bedroom, Breakfast & evening meals optional

Student accommodation with single and shared rooms

Hotel

Local hotel

Guesthouse

Premium

Available upon request

Serviced apartments / Self-catering apartments

Policies and measures are in place to guarantee a safe and supportive environment for all students. You can get fully comprehensive cover via http://www.guard.me

We provide you with a dedicated concierge at each school. They’re here to ensure that your journey is smooth, memorable, and tailored to your specific needs.

The EC Escapes dedicated concierge can book experiences and tickets for events outside of the programme and in line with your interests and are on hand during lesson time and excursions to guide you and answer any questions or address any concerns you may have.

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