Our journey officially began today as we arrived in San José, ready to trade our suitcases for Spanish textbooks and rainforest trails. The energy is high as we prepare for a week of learning, laughter, and living the Pura Vida lifestyle.
Day 1: July 13th, 2025
The adventure officially began as the students arrived in Costa Rica, filled with excitement and curiosity about what’s to come. After a warm bienvenida and a quick stop at the super to grab a tasty merienda, the group headed to CPI Heredia. There was a buzz of energy as they finally met their host families — lots of hugs, big smiles, and warm welcomes from their mamás ticas and papás ticos.
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Day 1: June 1st 2025
¡Bienvenidos a Costa Rica! Today marked the group's first glimpse of the country. After a warm welcome and a delicious lunch, they headed straight to the cloud forests of Monteverde to meet their host families. The day ended with a cozy family dinner, an unforgettable start to their journey.
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Day 1: June 22, 2025
¡Hola a todos! An incredible day began as students arrived in Costa Rica, filled with anticipation for their new adventure! After a warm welcome and a delicious lunch, the group headed to CPI Heredia. Full with nerves and excitement, they finally met their wonderful host families, embracing their mamás ticas and papás ticos with smiles, ready to be immersed in the local traditions and a true Costa Rican experience. ¡Primer día finalizado!
Day 1: May 31, 2025
¡Bienvenidos a Costa Rica University of North Carolina Charlotte! What better way to start this journey than with food, specially traditional costarican dishes like a casado or arroz con pollo. ¡Muy rico! We headed to a beautiful city called Heredia where the students were super exited to meet their new costarican homes and families.
