Day 1: July 19th, 2026
¡Finally in Costa Rica, we waited for this moment! After some time on a plane we arrived and were able to experience the pura vida of every tico here. Costa Rica welcomed us with a Caribbean hug, for lunch we had rice & beans a afrocostarrican dish. After that we got to meet our host families here in Heredia, our first stop. We were so nervous but excited at the same time, all our new families were so sweet!
Day 1: June 21st, 2026
Welcome to Costa Rica!
Our adventure through Costa Rica started shortly after we met in the airport. With excitement and a warm introduction, we began our journey with a quick stop to buy some snacks. After we had our supplies, we headed to CPI Monteverde. Finally, when we arrived, the host families were welcoming us with joy.
Today marks the beginning of our adventure in Costa Rica, the land of Pura Vida! We arrived full of excitement, energy, and curiosity, eager to discover a new culture and experience everything this beautiful country has to offer. From the moment we landed, we could feel the warmth and hospitality that make Costa Rica so special. This month promises to be filled with unforgettable experiences, new friendships, cultural discoveries, and plenty of adventures.
We can't wait to see what lies ahead as we begin this incredible journey!
We arrived in Costa Rica excited and ready for all the adventures ahead! After settling in, we enjoyed our first look at the beautiful scenery and began experiencing the warm Pura Vida spirit. We can't wait to explore, learn, and make unforgettable memories during our time here. Stay tuned for more highlights from our journey!
Their time in Costa Rica was the perfect blend of learning, culture, and unforgettable adventures! Every morning began with engaging Spanish classes at CPI, where they discovered new words, improved their communication skills, and practiced directly with their wonderful familias anfitrionas, who welcomed them into their homes and gave them an authentic taste of local life.