2013

Costa Rica

Sophomore or olderStudent in Spanish 2 or higher who plans to

continue in Spanish93 or higher on the Honor CardEager to try new things, get to know a new

culture, make new friends, improve their language skills

We need 15 students to make this trip. A similar trip is available if we have 12 students. We will not travel with fewer than 12 students.

Requirements:

About…

Day 1 Chicago to Costa RicaTransfer to Rancho de Espanol and host families

Day 2Welcoming and Orientation of the ProgramCosta Rican cooking class at RanchoPacked lunch from familiesBreakfast and dinner with host families

Day 3San Jose City TourSHOPPING!!!Packed lunch from familiesSpanish ClassesBreakfast and dinner with host families

Day 4Transfer to Café BrittEntrance to Café BrittPacked lunch from familiesSpanish ClassesBreakfast and dinner with host families

Day 5Dancing Classes at the RanchoLunch with Host FamilySpanish ClassesBreakfast and Dinner with Host Family

Day 6Interaction-to be determined-ex. Visit orphanage and play with the childrenSpanish ClassesFarewell at RanchoBreakfast, lunch and dinner with Host Family

Day 7Breakfast with Host FamilyLuggage pick upTransfer to Arenal Volcano/SARCHI VISIT ON THE WAYPacked lunch from familiesTabacon Hot Springs and dinnerMontaña de Fuego- or similar

Day 8Breakfast at the hotelLa Fortuna Waterfall TourLunch at your hotel in ArenalTransfer to PuntarenasCheck in and Dinner at the hotel in Puntarenas

Day 9Breakfast at the hotelDay at leisure; confirm activities with teacherLunch and dinner at the hotel

Day 10Breakfast at the hotelTortuga Island Cruise (includes lunch)Transfer to Rancho de EspañolDinner at the lodge

Day 11Departure Transfer from Rancho de EspañolFlight Home

¿Preguntas?Zach Van Den BoschBo Casper

What does the trip include?All transportation

BusesPlanesTrains

Entrance fees for scheduled eventsSightseeing

LodgingMeals

All group mealsMeals with host families

What does the trip not include?Additional meals while traveling en route to

our next city/homestay

Spending money

Entrance fees for “spur of the moment” activities (movie, tapas, etc.)

ExpectationsStudents are to participate fully in the

program.Eating the local cuisineSpeaking SpanishAbiding by all trip rulesStaying free of alcohol, drugs and tobaccoObeying trip leadersRespecting the host familiesBeing on time for all activities, etc.

How are the two possible trips different?

One day shorter

Bosque tropical instead of beach

see how chocolate is made

zip-lining

Less expensive by about 200 dollars

ConsequencesAny drug / alcohol use results in immediate flight

home at parents’ expense. School consequences will follow as stated in the student handbook.

Smoking violations will result in consequences that trip leaders feel are appropriate. (Students who cannot go for 10 days without tobacco are asked not to travel.)

Breaking curfew / arriving late for events is a serious offense. It not only inconveniences the entire group but also leaves a bad impression on host families, guides, and bus drivers. It worries us, too.

MiscellaneousValid Passport

Spending money-suggested amt. $30-$50/day

Signed code of conduct for students who travel

Trip Cost

$25oo/ studentAdditional cost for bus to Chicago and back

Enrollment form and $350 due Monday, October 8th

Second payment of $1200

Third payment-balance due 65 days before travel

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