Tina in Ecuador: The First Day and a Half in the Galapagos
Because we left for the airport so early, we were able to get there by 6am with no problem! Our flight was moved up to
Tina in Ecuador: Improvising Our Last Day in Quito
Monday was our last full day in Quito. We decided to head to a cafe so that we could plan our day while drinking hot chocolate
Mitchel’s Experience as a J-1 Teacher
How has your experience been as a teacher in the U.S. so far? Being a teacher here is totally different from the Philippines. You need
Tina in Ecuador: Making Chocolate
After our day exploring Quito Old Town, we went back to our homestay where Monika was hosting a chocolate-making and history lesson. We learned
Tina in Ecuador: Greetings from Ecuador!
I am so happy to be writing to you from our host family’s house in Quito. Late last night we were dropped off at Monika’s
Monthly Cultural Almanac: October 2019
October 14 – Since 1971, Columbus Day has been celebrated on the second Monday in October in the United States. It is generally observed by
Spirit Trainees Attend Royal Hawaiian Luau
Kailei had a great time visiting with hospitality trainees Yusuke and Yoshi, and she enjoyed hearing about their experience in the U.S. so far. It was
2019 Chicago Intern Outing
The Cubs were hoping to inch their way closer to a playoff spot, but unfortunately it didn’t work out as the Cardinals beat the Cubs
YMCA Snow Mountain Ranch Exchange Night
Exchange Night gives participants the opportunity to showcase their country, their history, and their culture. All American and J-1 staff are invited to attend, as