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Don't waste money o​n ordinary boat and bus packages!
Don't waste money o​n ordinary boat and bus packages!

We don't want to fill a bus, we want to fulfill your dreams.
We don't want to fill a bus, we want to fulfill your dreams.
Why Choose Us?
Why Choose Us?
Totally Unique and Customized
Totally Unique and Customized
Each trip we do starts fresh. You let us know what you like to do and see, and then we customize a plan for you. Don't know what to include? Ask!
Small Group
Small Group
We aren't looking to throw you into another pre-packaged group. This is your trip, you choose the people to share it with.
Roles and Service
Roles and Service
Your international travel partner will serve many functions for you; travel agent, translator, tour guide, driver, and more!
Experience
Experience
We have been to these destinations, and know the languages, histories, geography, etc. We want to show you what we love about them.
Services
Services
Here are some of the roles we fill for you:​
Here are some of the roles we fill for you:​
Travel Age​nt
Travel Age​nt
We find you the best connection we can from the origin city most convenient for you and meticulously plan every detail of the trip based on your desires and specifications.
Translator
Translator
Do not fear a language barrier in any detail of your trip! We can do the speaking for you or help you do it yourself. From restaurants to shops, we’ve got you taken care of!
Driver
Driver
In most cases, we will handle the renting of the vehicle and all the driving to make the time as enjoyable as possible for you! That makes us the designated driver too, in case you want to sample the local refreshments.
Tour Guide
Tour Guide
We have been there and we want to show you want makes us love these regions. Use our knowledge to plan and have the best trip possible!
Tour Manager
Tour Manager
Consider yourself covered from beginning to end. We arrive with all destinations and information in hand, so you can just relax and enjoy all you see.
Banker
Banker
Don’t worry about exchanging money. If you’d like, let us do that for you and save from paying international currency exchange fees.
What We Do
What We Do
At Experience Life Abroad, we know you want to be an adventurous world traveler. In order to do that, you need to get out and see the world! The problem is, that it’s hard to plan and research and to know you’re getting the best fit, which makes many feel like a pre-packaged group trip is the easiest option. We believe we can do better and show you a new way to see the world. We understand how time-consuming research and planning are, which is why we give our experience and knowledge to you and do the work for you!
Here’s how we do it: 1. We create a unique travel plan with your small group. 2. We secure all the selected elements. 3. You see the world as you wish to see it with the security of having a seasoned travel partner every step of the way.
So, contact us now and see what we can do for you. In the meantime, start dreaming about what you want to gain from your adventure, so you can stop following the herd and instead follow your heart.
How to Book with us
How to Book with us
FILL OUT THE ELABROAD TRIP QUESTIONNAIRE BY CLICKING HERE
FILL OUT THE ELABROAD TRIP QUESTIONNAIRE BY CLICKING HERE
DISCUSS YOUR INTERESTS AND WISHES WITH US. THAT HELPS US DEVELOP AN ITINERARY
DISCUSS YOUR INTERESTS AND WISHES WITH US. THAT HELPS US DEVELOP AN ITINERARY
APPROVE THE ITINERARY AND WE WILL BOOK EVERYTHING
APPROVE THE ITINERARY AND WE WILL BOOK EVERYTHING
WE WILL MEET YOU AT THE AIRPORT AND ACCOMPANY YOU ON YOUR AMAZING JOURNEY!
WE WILL MEET YOU AT THE AIRPORT AND ACCOMPANY YOU ON YOUR AMAZING JOURNEY!
Founder's Vision
Founder's Vision
Teaching German at the high school and college level for a decade, Derek has taken many students to Europe during that time. His two main professional passions are travel and languages. There's no better combination to have when thinking about seeing the world. However, many people have hang-ups or anxiety when considering going to a foreign country. Having been to Germany over 10 times and even lived there during college, being abroad is second nature for him. That's why he started a company, where he and other linguists/travelers can use their passions and background to help others gain life experience through travel.
Past Happy Travelers
Past Happy Travelers

NPCA Group
Salzburg - 2024

GCSE Group
Koblenz - 2024

Golembeski/Lampe Family
Bamberg - 2024

NPCA Group
Gunzburg - 2023​

Holder Family
Berlin - 2023

Cropp Family
Schwangau - 2023

Colleen and Hannah
Colleen and Hannah
Regensburg - 2015

Morgan
Morgan
München - 2013

Tommy
Tommy
Karlovy Vary - 2019

Sherry
Sherry
Ochsenfurt - 2022

Sonya
Sonya
Neuschwanstein - 2017

Little Derek
Little Derek
Salzweg - 2018

Sarah
Sarah
Salzburg - 2019

Get In Touch
Get In Touch
We love hearing from you, let us know what’s going on!
We love hearing from you, let us know what’s going on!
Please call us with any questions
Please call us with any questions
1 (814) 218-9437
1 (814) 218-9437
In memory of Paul E. Fischer (4.24.1935 - 2.5.2021)
Great friend and mentor, remembered for his generosity and love of travel.