Daisy Sotelo

Costa Rica's trip had to have been the most adventurous yet and the most memorable. Not only did we try new foods and experienced interacting with new people of different culture, but we were able to try hiking in Costa Rica and whitewater rafting. We went to Pacuare River in San Jose. We heard it was a great place to go whitewater rafting, and it was. Even if we weren't the best it was still the most fun trip yet. We also went to the San Jose Zoo. Everything was so beautiful, the animals, buildings, and nature. The they incorporated a historical type architecture in all the building. They had so many animals, and a large variety of birds. All so colorful too. Completely different from the seagulls, pigeons, and crows in the city.... read more

Our first day there and wow, I was taking aback. The scenery was breathe taking. Plants, trees, insects and nature were everywhere. It was definitely a change from the norm, the fast pace city. Calming and relaxing in fact. The local food were delicious too, a lot less processed. Most dishes had a combination of meats, fish, beans, rice, and fresh produce. Colombia had very family friendly atmosphere. The people were incredibly kind and welcoming. It felt like I were back at home, I would miss Colombia and the memories made that week.... read more

Nature, the Caribbean Coast was surrounded by it, and I mean surrounded. Cliffs, rivers, trees, plants, insects and more. We met locals and they were all so kind. We also got to watch some of the locals "put on a show" playing instruments in the streets. Mainly drums and dancing too. The water there was so clear, and completely different from the cities water and a beautiful sight. It looked like paradise. We rented a boat and went out to experience the clear waters. It was so calming and gave you a chance to get in touch with the nature and get away from the noisy city. One of the most spiritual experiences yet.... read more

The buildings in Mexico City were gorgeous. They had a colonial look to them and I could understand why it was such an attraction for tourist in Mexico. Some of the buildings had paintings and murals on them, like the national palace. The murals were painted by a famous Mexican painter, who was also married to Frida Kahlo known for her self portraits. Or the paintings of a woman with a uni brow. Mexico City is a city full of heritage with places and attractions like museum, university, park, restaurants, and monuments.... read more

Chihuahua had some of the most beautiful natural landscapes and a delicious cuisine. And such a rich history dating as far back as to the Spanish Intervention. We were able to see some of Chihuahua canyons and forest and caves. We were able to visit one of Chihuahua most popular caves, Nombre de Dios as well and try some of the local and traditinal cuisines. Caldo de Oso, fish soup and much more. It was different, but by far some of the best food yet. We also got the opportunity to try some outdoor activities in Chihuahua. Like exploring and discovering some of landscape. Chihuahua had so much beautiful landscape, we were surrounded by cliffs, caves, trees, plants, bodies of water and insects as well.... read more