The minute I stepped foot in Costa Rica, people were friendly as well as Wagner, a teacher from the Spanish school, who picked me up. 
Program Volunteer Costa Rica
Project: Volunteer Teaching Sports and Physical Education in Costa Rica
For me, it’s always nice to visit other countries. You appreciate different things that maybe you would lose sight of at home. Life is simple. Simple is great. The small things in life are what matters most. I definitely had a life changing experience.
The minute I stepped foot in Costa Rica, people were friendly as well as Wagner, a teacher from the Spanish school, who picked me up. My home family was awesome. The volunteer dorm is a perfect set up. Privacy, outside space, never an issue with the bathroom. Food and internet was also easily available. The kids were great at my project. Some downs were just not enough supplies and not a lot of grass, all concrete.
This trip was one of my top three most amazing experiences in my life. Pura Vida!!!!!
The Ticos are always helpful and friendly. Never felt unsafe on my trip. Traveled to La Fortuna, Manuel Antonio, Puerto Viejo and Panama. All wonderful experiences. Costa Rica is really easy to get around. There are many taxis and buses. For me, it’s always nice to visit other countries. You appreciate different things that maybe you would lose sight of at home. Life is simple. Simple is great. The small things in life are what matters most. I definitely had a life changing experience. I learned to adapt to different people as well as living and traveling with them. Costa Rica is a beautiful place. Loved the experience. Would definitely come back. How can I forget the activities, zip lining, horseback riding to a waterfall and swimming in it as well as white water rafting. This trip was one of my top three most amazing experiences in my life. Pura Vida!!!!!
Nina Luyando
