On Thursday morning we went to school for the first time for our orientation. Since the director was still in mainland Ecuador, we met with the principal and worked out... read more →
Dominican participants of the 2019 Summer Work Travel program returned home in September to a wonderful welcome party in celebration of their experience. Participants from all member agencies of the... read more →
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 9:40, so we didn't have... read more →
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 and eating humitas. Humitas are... read more →
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 to learn their culture, the... read more →
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 that Ecuador exports some of the finest... read more →
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 house, and she has been... read more →
October 14 – Since 1971, Columbus Day has been celebrated on the second Monday in October in the United States. It is generally observed by banks, the bond market, the... read more →
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 a great opportunity to see... read more →
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 5-4 in extra innings in... read more →