Day 10: Closing reflection Day
Student Trip Blog
Today we visited Turrialba! We walked to the bus stop and it was very fun, it was like a mini hike. When we arrived to the Turrialba, Memo (guide) provided information about Turrialba. It was very interesting and cool to learn about the history of Turrialba. We headed to the market and the people were very nice about everything I see why Costa Rica is in the top 10 of the happiest places in the world.
So far the food has been great. Everything has been delicious. When we went to the market I bought fruits and they were way better then the ones in the U.S. everything was sweeter. The strawberries were my favorite and the watermelon was very good as well. After we made it back to the cabins and we played hide and seek which was very fun! – Ivan
Waking up early for Turrialba is something I would have never imagine I would be saying. While being the leader of the day can sometimes be nerve racking, I believe that helping lead the group was fun and an important sense of responsibility. I learnt about the similarities in all Latin America countries, but also what stands out about Costa Rica. The people are welcoming and inclusive, even if you are not from the country.
I enjoyed seeing the groups stand out and interact with locals in the area! The language barrier for some did not affect or influence how the group would respond. The Spanish speakers took initiative to help those who were finding difficulty in communicating with locals. It was a very wholesome moment to witness and I am proud to see that my peers and I are doing our best to take the most out of this trip.
Overall, this trip will have a positive impact on all of us, whether that is making big or small decisions, taking the role as a leader, or spreading kindness and even knowledge across all different types of communities! – Andrea
Comments (11)
Lesly Pena
Hey Ivan! It’s me again your favorite sister 🙂 I’m glad you’re liking the food. I know the fruit out there is delicious. If you go back to the mercado buy passionfruit (maracuya) game changer! Anyways Gael learned how to swim today segun el. We love and miss you. I hope you have so much fun brother.
Big love,
Lesly
Also lay off them Takis #NOred40
Yesenia Rubio
Thank you so much for sharing! Have an amazing trip everyone!
Hadiya
I can imagine how delicious and sweet the fruit is. It is amazing to hear the group was accepted with open arms and how the group came together and helped out other group members with the language barriers.
Toren Cabreana
Heyy Elena!! Hope ur having so much funn! Cant wait to see you again so says blue!!!
Noreen
Dri!
Hope you’re having a blast and enjoying the food, fruits, nature, everything! Try em all! I can’t wait to hear all about it!
Thanks for sharing pictures and stories!
– mom
Luci
Hey everyone! Thanks so much for sharing pics and posts! Big thanks to the Spanish speakers jumping in – you all are awesome! Cheers!
Hey Elena! So excited to see you and all you’re new friends! Glad to see you having fun!
Parrish J Newton
Hello Jasmin,
It’s me Nini, I miss you so much! Papa said Hey Pudden, Pudden, and Lance misses you as well. Continue the beautiful experience, meeting different people, and having fun.
Love ya Jas, hugs and kisses
LANCE all caps like packgod
its LANCE i hope got lot of food and love over there around the world. i miss you so much i cry much not litte big sad can you get some mangps from the rain uh i forgot to spell forst i like mangos and spices and other stuff meet peple and pics!!! ad rocks and stuff have a great time
Parrish J Newton
Hello Jasmin,
It’s me Nini, I miss you so much! Papa said Hey Pudden, Pudden, and Lance misses you as well. Continue the beautiful experience, meeting different people, and having fun.
Love ya Jas, hugs and kisses
LANCE all caps like packgod e
its LANCE I hope you got lot of food and love over there around the world. I miss you so much I cry much not little big sad can you get some mangos from the rain uh I forgot to spell forest I like mangos and spices, and other stuff meet people and pics!!! ad rocks and stuff have a great time .
Hello Pudden Pop its papa! I miss you but I am happy to see you enjoying yourself. I will chat with you later.
Teshelle
Hi, Jasmin. Hope you’re having an awesome time. Enjoy the rest of your experience in Costa Rica. Love aunt Teshelle.
Joseph
Hello Pudden Pop Its papa. Hope you are having a wonderful experience. I miss you. Chat with you later
Teshelle
Hi, Jasmin. It’s aunt Teshelle, again! Can’t wait to hear about the awesome experience you’re having in Costa Rica. Love you ❤️