We have been exploring Quito all day, and we like what we´ve been seeing so far! We trekked up the Basilica del Voto Nacional, which has over 200 steps to the top. From the top, we could see all of Quito and even el Panecillo! We had the chance to try an empanada at one of the cafes and the jury is still out. The weather is absolutely beautiful, and… Read More
Today me and Caroline got to explore the town on our own. We did a scavenger hunt. We went to a church, had lunch and will soon go chill at a park. Everything here is so different than back at home. I have noticed things such as what is served with just about every meal like, eggs, fruit, rice or tomatos. The food here is amazing. So much I wish… Read More
Hi everyone! Sunteaohna and I have been exploring Quito today on our scavenger hunt. Its a really amazing city and weve had a lot of fun navigating around. We checked out the Basilica, a really old and beautiful church overlooking most of the city and successfully used our Spanish skills to order food and buys some things in various stores. I wish I could post a photo, but I dont… Read More
Jake and I are currently exploring Quito with our scavenger list in hand! So far, our favorite thing we have seen has been the Basilica del Voto Nacional. It was so beautiful, both inside and out. We took a photo in front of it, which we sadly cannot upload because we don't have a cord š We are looking forward to stumbling our way through the rest of Quito and,… Read More
Salutations from somewhere between Singapore and Delhi! It's been exactly 51 hours since we disembarked from San Francisco International Airport, new friends in the making. Since then, we've encountered several unexpected adventures. Little did we know as we boarded our first flight at 12:05 am on Wednesday, that Singapore airlines would become our best friend and our worst enemy. After arriving in Hong Kong, we got off our plane and… Read More
The hostel (Hostal Nim Sut) is AWESOME! So far we´ve been exploring the street food scene, and we´re lovin´it – tacos, pupusas, avocados, and mangos galore! So far the group dynamic is excellent, and we´re gelling like….jello? Our leaders, however…are super weird and nerdy. It is quite a bit colder than we expected here in the Guatemalan highlands, so we´ve been sharing one bed to conserve heat (kidding, obviously). We´re… Read More
Sabai has landed and made it to Chiangmai Thailand. We have checked into our guesthouse and after our lunch break will be jumping right into orientation! Spirits are high š You'll hear from us soon … Read More
We just got word from the group that after a long night of travel they finally arrived in Christchurch. Now let the games begin in New Zealand. More updates to come!… Read More
We just got word from the group that after a long night of travel they finally arrived in Wellington. Now let the games begin in New Zealand. More updates to come!… Read More
Hello family and frinds of the INTI group, I just heard from group leaders Gwen and Mac, and they let me know that the group landed safely in Quito earlier this afternoon. The flight went smoothly and they now settling in to their hostel for the next few days of orientation. Check the blog again in the next few days, as they will start posting updates here themselves. They will continue to post weekly throughout the semester, so… Read More
I just received word that the Nkula team has landed safe and sound in Entebbe. The students are all tucked into bed and will hopefully get some good rest before beginning to explore their new "home" tomorrow. Back here in the Headquarters, I'd like to express gratitude to each of you for all of your support and help in getting your students to this moment, where the transformative adventures… Read More
We've received word from the wonderful Nkula that everyone has gathered in Amsterdam and now the entire group is complete. Our interpid travelers are currently on leg three of their long travel day and will be landing in Uganda soon – a smooth beginning to the adventures, we can't wait to hear more! … Read More
Amidst smiles, handshakes, hugs, and a whole lot of excitement – the Southeast Asia team have all rendezvoused and are getting ready to head through security at SFO, and into the adventure that awaits… Stay tuned to the blog as we will post again when the group arrives safely in Thailand! We wish you all the best on the journey ahead! – Drew Edwards, Executive Director … Read More
Good evening family and friends, The South America INTI group has all arrived safely to LAX and they are about to proceed through security and begin their adventure together. We wish them all the best as they traverse new internal and external landscapes over the next 3 months. Buen viaje, INTI! It would appear from these awesome photos that they are very happy to meet one another, are going to… Read More
Good evening family and friends, The Walkabout group has all arrived safely to LAX and they are about to proceed through security and begin their adventure together. We wish them all the best as they traverse across South Pacific! Aotearoa, the land of the long white cloud awaits! -Drew Edwards, Executive Director… Read More
Good evening family and friends, The Hongi group has all arrived safely to LAX and they are about to proceed through security and begin their adventure together. We wish them all the best as they traverse new internal and external landscapes over the next 3 months. Aotearoa, the land of the long white cloud awaits! -Drew Edwards, Executive Director … Read More
Just a note to say that 1/2 of our Nkula group is together… the extraordinary Overseas Educators, Megan and David, left Portland along with Cat and Cassandra early this morning (so early, in fact, that they were able to catch an epic sunrise over Mt. Hood). Now in Seattle, the crew met up with Marley, Monica, and Madeline. They'll depart for Amsterdam shortly, and we'll let you know when the… Read More
Hello family and frinds of the MAYA group, I just heard from group leaders Ben and Jess, and they let me know that the group landed safely in Guatemala earlier this morning. The flight went smoothly and they are currently en route to their accommodation in Quetzaltenango, where they will settle in for the next few days of orientation. Check the blog again in the next few days, as they will start posting updates here… Read More
We have received word that the mighty Shanti group has successfully gathered together at SFO (minus Winston from Germany who will meet the group in New Delhi). What's more, they've checked in for their flight and gone through security in fine style. We send our best wishes as they travel across the world. Stay tuned for the next posting from India! … Read More
Good evening family and friends, The MAYA group has all arrived safely to LAX and they are about to proceed through security and begin their adventure together. We wish them all the best as they traverse new internal and external landscapes over the next 3 months. Buen viaje MAYA! -Heather Vaught, Program Director And the first group pictures! Here they are, making silly faces at LAX. Everyone arrvied… Read More
