Category: Travel

SPC Costa Rica: My expectations for this trip were exceeded in every way.

Traveling throughout Costa Rica with the SPC Vet Tech group was an unforgettable experience that I will always cherish. The program did a fantastic job of balancing our two-week stay with hands-on volunteer work and excursions that fully immersed us in the local culture. Our travel from place to place was made seamless thanks to … Continue reading SPC Costa Rica: My expectations for this trip were exceeded in every way.

SPC Costa Rica: The Journey

Two weeks flew by in the breathtaking landscapes of Costa Rica—far too short a time to take in all its beauty and biodiversity. During my journey, I had the privilege of visiting four unique animal sanctuaries, each dedicated to protecting, preserving, and rehabilitating wildlife. In this post, I’ll share what I learned about the challenges … Continue reading SPC Costa Rica: The Journey

SPC Costa Rica: I left with new friends, unforgettable memories, and a clearer sense of purpose.

Spending two weeks in Costa Rica was nothing short of life-changing. Each day brought a new adventure, hiking through national parks, relaxing at the hot springs near the Arenal volcano, visiting the stunning beach at Manuel Antonio, and watching the sunsets over the Pacific Ocean. Being surrounded by all these ecosystems deepened my understanding of … Continue reading SPC Costa Rica: I left with new friends, unforgettable memories, and a clearer sense of purpose.

SPC Costa Rica: I’m so glad I was able to be a part of it!

This was my first study abroad trip, and I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. Since I’m an online student, I didn’t know anyone else going on this trip. That made me feel a little nervous. When we got to Costa Rica, there was definitely some culture shock. I’ve never been to another country where … Continue reading SPC Costa Rica: I’m so glad I was able to be a part of it!

SPC Study Abroad: Pura Vida!

Costa Rica was such an amazing country to visit either as a tourist or as a student. We had an an opportunity to work with a variety of species including, sloths, spider monkeys, capuchins, marmosets, squirrel monkeys, kinkajous, scarlet macaws, blue and gold macaws, hybrid macaws, amazons, turtles, ocelots, lesser horned owls, speckled owls, white … Continue reading SPC Study Abroad: Pura Vida!

SPC Spain: I didn’t just study Spanish; I lived it!

My trip to Salamanca, Spain was an unforgettable blend of culture, language, and connection. I stayed with a warm, welcoming host family originally from Peru, and my host madre was an incredible cook whose meals—ranging from flavorful stews to traditional Peruvian dishes—became the heart of our daily conversations. Living with them gave me a unique … Continue reading SPC Spain: I didn’t just study Spanish; I lived it!

SPC Spain: I’ll carry it with me for the rest of my life.

The three weeks I spent abroad in Spain were unforgettable and truly amazing. I’m incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to travel abroad, experiencing all the places I visited, learning from the things I encountered, and meeting the people I met. The program was jam-packed with activities that immersed us in the language and … Continue reading SPC Spain: I’ll carry it with me for the rest of my life.