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Day 2 – WELCOME TO TURRIALBA & ORIENTATION

Today was our first day in Turrialba. We had a wonderful time getting to know each other and establishing a common ground for our experience. We agreed on what we want and don’t want this trip to be about. We all drew our hands as a symbol of commitment and understanding.
We also had time to explore the town; we went to the grocery store (Pulperia) to buy local snacks and fresh cheese, which we’ll enjoy tomorrow during our family day. We’re looking forward to learning how to make empanadas and, most importantly, becoming better compassionate in the land of Pura Vida.

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Comments (12)

Lori Mulligan

on July 19, 2025 at 12:13 pm

It looks like everyone is having fun! Big love to Anna, Hannah and all their new friends! Thank you to Kristen and Debbie for leading the trip!

Kyla

on July 19, 2025 at 12:55 pm

Amazing!! They look like they’ve known each other for weeks instead of hours!!!
Can’t wait to see and read more about their experiences!!

Nicola Bailey D’Anjou

on July 19, 2025 at 1:30 pm

You all are off to a great start. I am so happy that you guys are chartering your course. Keep exploring and discovering. Enjoy!

Daniela

on July 19, 2025 at 2:34 pm

Sending love to everyone! We love you Fabi ❤️.

Nicole Green

on July 19, 2025 at 7:53 pm

Glad everyone’s have a great time and enjoying one another’s company! Love and miss you Makai xoxo

Tabia Ahmed

on July 19, 2025 at 7:57 pm

So excited for you all! Can’t wait to follow along and read more about your adventures! ❤️

Kim

on July 19, 2025 at 9:34 pm

Hi Andres!

I hope you are enjoying Costa Rica. It’s my last day of leading the Chitre trip and it has been amazing!!! My advice to everyone is to take it all in and immerse yourself in your Global Glimpse experience. Big Love to everyone for stepping out of your comfort zones.

Elizabeth Douglas

on July 19, 2025 at 9:42 pm

This message is for Andres Maldonado it looks like y’all are having a blast out there can’t wait to see more and hear all about it. We miss you at home we want to see pictures. Love always and 4ever mom dad and nay.Be safe out there

Tabia

on July 19, 2025 at 10:46 pm

So excited for you all! Can’t wait to follow along and read more about your adventures! Miss you Tanj ❤️

Rae Thomas

on July 20, 2025 at 12:04 pm

C A1Cani’t wait to hear about this experience. I hope everyone is learning and growing and perfecting their Spanish.

Heyyyy Kendra, Shekinah, and Joshua 💕

Ashley M

on July 22, 2025 at 3:26 pm

Great photos!!!! Hi everyone!!! You guys look amazing!!! Keep up the good work, heard it was raining a lot…stay cool and dry!!

P.S. Shekinah, I am super proud of you!

Chris Weaver

on July 22, 2025 at 6:39 pm

This looks like you are having fun and doing great work. Proud of you all!

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