Is this the right trip for you?

Spanish/Cultural Immersion Trip
in Costa Rica
with Ann Becker
April 21-29, 2012

Is this the right trip for you?

 

Click here to download the Spanish/Cultural Immersion Trip Brochure, including the registration form. 

 

 

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The “Spanish/Cultural Immersion Trip in Costa Rica” plans are fabulous, but no trip is for everyone. Please review the following information very carefully and be honest with yourself before you make your decision about registering for the trip. Should you have any questions or concerns, please get in touch with me so that I can discuss them with you and help you make the right decision. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 773-955-0162.

 

pic17_r1_c1.jpgWhat should participants expect?

Fellow Travelers

  • Fun, active, curious and open-minded traveling companions of different ages, diverse walks of life and geographic locations.
  • Common desire to expand one’s Spanish abilities through home stays and a customized immersion language and culture program
  • A “glass is half full” outlook; positive and flexible attitudes
  • A different roommate at each destination. Ann makes the roommate assignments to facilitate healthy group dynamics and create opportunities for connections and friendships that might not be made otherwise. (If you are signing up as a couple or with a traveling companion, you will share rooms with your travel partner.)

pic18_r1_c1.jpgActive Travel

  • Experiencing firsthand different cultures, customs, and ecosystems; “out of the ordinary” activities.
  • Myriad opportunities to practice one’s Spanish beyond the Personalized Spanish portion of the trip
  • Amazing flora and fauna
  • Experienced trip leader. Ann has traveled to Costa Rica more than 20 times. She has led 10 prior group trips including multiple visits to destinations included in this itinerary.
  • Outstanding local teachers and bilingual guides (Osa tours will be conducted predominantly in English)
  • pic20_r1_c1.jpgWalking, hiking and other activities in temperate and tropical humid climates, which require overall good health and physical condition
  • Moments of emotional and physical intensity
  • Opportunity for optional activities such as zip lining (canopy) tour and beach time
  • Early to rise and generally early to bed

School, Accommodations and Food

  • Modern school facilities, all classroom materials, daily snacks, free internet, wireless service and unlimited international calls
  • Comfortable private homes in a secure community outside San Jose with two meals per day, laundry service, and easy walking distance to school; experienced host families
  • Locally owned and comfortable small hotels/eco-lodge with private baths and hot water.
  • pic23_r1_c1.jpgFood is typically plentiful with fresh local cuisine (lots of plantains, beans and rice, and when available, fresh fruits and vegetables), but choices are occasionally limited. While efforts are made to accommodate vegetarians and other dietary needs, some flexibility may be required.

Transport and Transfer Times

  • Bus/van transport occasionally on bumpy, slow going, and windy roads
  • A round trip domestic plane flight, approximately 50 minutes each way
  • Some activities by boat
  • Occasional unpredictable travel times

Weather

  • pic22_r1_c1.jpgTemperate and tropical climates, including rain forests
  • Weather that can be unpredictable and shift without much warning

What should you NOT expect?

  • Air conditioned rooms and televisions on the Osa Peninsula
  • Guaranteed daily phone and internet connectivity on the Osa
  • Need for high fashion attire
  • Everything going exactly as planned!

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PURA VIDA. 

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For more information about Guided Costa Rica Experiential Adventures, contact Ann Becker at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .