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July 24, 2026
Summer Search in Ecuador!
Hola! If you’ve been following our journey in Ecuador you know we were last in Peguche. While there we hiked up a dormant volcano (Lake Cuicocha), shopped in the renowned Otavalo Market, and learned about dream catchers from one of the Homestay parents. With a mix of getting to know the locals and playing more soccer in our free time.
- CATEGORIES: Custom Programs, Ecuador
Embracing Pura Vida in Costa Rica Homestays
Phoebe and Kyli wrote a special blog to share their heartfelt experiences of their homestay in Costa Rica, immersing in the Pura Vida way of life, forming connections with their host families, and embracing the warmth and kindness of the community.
- CATEGORIES: Costa Rica, High School Programs
Our First Luau!
Since our groups last blog we had to say goodbye to our campsite and friends in Miloli’i. We moved to a Hip Camp campsite in Southpoint for our last camping nights.
- CATEGORIES: Hawai'i, High School Programs
Summer Search: First Weeks in Ecuador!
Welcome to our first blog! This is Elaisa and KC presenting how our first week at Ecuador has been. I know you miss us so Global Routes Ecuador is finally going to update you! We are currently on day three of our first homestay in Peguche. The views are insanely beautiful and breathtaking, nothing like New York. So far we have gone hiking, tubing, and swimming. The stay at our first hostel in Mindo I was beautiful.
- CATEGORIES: Custom Programs, Ecuador, High School Programs
Annapurna Base Camp to Kathmandu!
We finally got to the top at Annapurna Base Camp. The views were absolutely incredible, definitely some of the best views some of us have ever experienced. After we came back down we celebrated our friend Juliette’s birthday! 😁
- CATEGORIES: High School Programs, Nepal
Continued Learning & Time for a Dance Party at Momi’s
Since the last blog the group has been continuing to help Momi on her land and explore Hilo. We were able to meet Topher who is a past Global Routes OE who was able to teach us many new things about Hawai’i.
- CATEGORIES: Hawai'i, High School Programs
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