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Guatemala is the “land of eternal spring” where surreal landscapes dominated by towering active volcanoes cradle the rich cultural heritage of the resiliently colorful Maya peoples. Through this lush and textured land Dragons’ Guatemala course travels to remote communities to study with professional Spanish instructors in personaliz... read moreGuatemala is the “land of eternal spring” where surreal landscapes dominated by towering active volcanoes cradle the rich cultural heritage of the resiliently colorful Maya peoples. Through this lush and textured land Dragons’ Guatemala course travels to remote communities to study with professional Spanish instructors in personalized one-on-one lessons while engaging in authentic home-stays and meaningful service learning projects. Passing through quaint colonial cities such as Chichicastenango we explore the dazzling colors of indigenous markets and bear witness to smoky fires of indigenous ceremonies while learning about struggles for indigenous rights and political representation. On the shores of Lake Atitlan, the birthplace of the Q’iche’ people, we dance and play with local children at La Cambalacha, an arts center for local youth, and learn about the ambiguous effects of tourism and development. Turning north we stroll amidst thousands year old temples jutting up through rainforest canopy where macaws and monkeys cavort in timeless serenity. Throughout our journey we focus on improving our Spanish Language skills while exploring the riveting story of the Maya culture, from pre-Columbian glory, through cycles of conquest and revolution, to contemporary plights for national ethnic recognition and basic human rights. Less
To sum up six weeks of exploring the culture of Guatemala in a small piece of writing is incredibly difficult and I know I can't do it justice. The trip was truly a cultural immersion experience. We learned Spanish with locals, stayed with home-stay families, participated with various activities within the different communities we journeyed to, and studied politics, religion, and immigration. When I left, I felt like I could understand the forces... Read more
Dragons was like nothing I have ever done in my life, and impacted me more than anything I have ever done. The group bonding is amazing, and the lessons were eye opening. Yet even more incredible were the homestays. Living with families speaking only Spanish was scary, yet helped so much with language learning, and allowed me to from close connections with strangers across a language barrier, something I never thought possible before. Trekking an... Read more
Overall, great experience. Comments above sum up my praises. The only constructive criticism I have or plus delta would be for the Where There Be Dragons offices to work in time for the instructors to finish up their paperwork in country (similar to the orientation pre trip but have one post trip as well). This way the instructors can be fully present in our last moments together as a group rather than stressed out about the lives they are being ... Read more
Going on this six week trip to Guatemala was absolutely amazing and completely changed my life. The program is well thought through and organized. Where there be dragons truly wants you to get the most out of your experience. The country you experience on this is trip is complex, exciting, and definitely worth while. The staff and other students are great people and travel companions. I would recommend this trip to anyone. After this trip I retur... Read more
This program was fantastic. When i was in 8th grade i did another program that dealt mainly with travel in australia, which is a beautiful county. The philosophy of Where There be Dragons add so much more to the trip. Guatemala was a really wonderful destination, and really made me understand spanish more then my 5 school years did. The program is very reasonable, and really helped me become an aware being in society. To travel to a country makes... Read more
Guatemala, Summer 2006 was my first experience with WTBD. It was a professional, educational, adventurous and inspirational program. The homestay component showed me what daily life in both rural and urban Guatemala is like (Todos Santos and Xela, respectively). The language classes were custom and challenging. The treks we did were remote and beautiful. My trip mates were unique, enthusiastic and compassionate. The instructors were professional,... Read more
Guatemala, Summer 2006 was my first experience with WTBD. It was a professional, educational, adventurous and inspirational program. The homestay component showed me what daily life in both rural and urban Guatemala is like (Todos Santos and Xela, respectively). The language classes were custom and challenging. The treks we did were remote and beautiful. My trip mates were unique, enthusiastic and compassionate. The instructors were professional,... Read more
This program was fantastic. When i was in 8th grade i did another program that dealt mainly with travel in australia, which is a beautiful county. The philosophy of Where There be Dragons add so much more to the trip. Guatemala was a really wonderful destination, and really made me understand spanish more then my 5 school years did. The program is very reasonable, and really helped me become an aware being in society. To travel to a country makes... Read more
Guatemala, Summer 2006 was my first experience with WTBD. It was a professional, educational, adventurous and inspirational program. The homestay component showed me what daily life in both rural and urban Guatemala is like (Todos Santos and Xela, respectively). The language classes were custom and challenging. The treks we did were remote and beautiful. My trip mates were unique, enthusiastic and compassionate. The instructors were professional,... Read more
This program was fantastic. When i was in 8th grade i did another program that dealt mainly with travel in australia, which is a beautiful county. The philosophy of Where There be Dragons add so much more to the trip. Guatemala was a really wonderful destination, and really made me understand spanish more then my 5 school years did. The program is very reasonable, and really helped me become an aware being in society. To travel to a country makes... Read more
Going on this six week trip to Guatemala was absolutely amazing and completely changed my life. The program is well thought through and organized. Where there be dragons truly wants you to get the most out of your experience. The country you experience on this is trip is complex, exciting, and definitely worth while. The staff and other students are great people and travel companions. I would recommend this trip to anyone. After this trip I retur... Read more
Overall, great experience. Comments above sum up my praises. The only constructive criticism I have or plus delta would be for the Where There Be Dragons offices to work in time for the instructors to finish up their paperwork in country (similar to the orientation pre trip but have one post trip as well). This way the instructors can be fully present in our last moments together as a group rather than stressed out about the lives they are being ... Read more
Dragons was like nothing I have ever done in my life, and impacted me more than anything I have ever done. The group bonding is amazing, and the lessons were eye opening. Yet even more incredible were the homestays. Living with families speaking only Spanish was scary, yet helped so much with language learning, and allowed me to from close connections with strangers across a language barrier, something I never thought possible before. Trekking an... Read more
To sum up six weeks of exploring the culture of Guatemala in a small piece of writing is incredibly difficult and I know I can't do it justice. The trip was truly a cultural immersion experience. We learned Spanish with locals, stayed with home-stay families, participated with various activities within the different communities we journeyed to, and studied politics, religion, and immigration. When I left, I felt like I could understand the forces... Read more
To sum up six weeks of exploring the culture of Guatemala in a small piece of writing is incredibly difficult and I know I can't do it justice. The trip was truly a cultural immersion experience. We learned Spanish with locals, stayed with home-stay families, participated with various activities within the different communities we journeyed to, and studied politics, religion, and immigration. When I left, I felt like I could understand the forces... Read more
Dragons was like nothing I have ever done in my life, and impacted me more than anything I have ever done. The group bonding is amazing, and the lessons were eye opening. Yet even more incredible were the homestays. Living with families speaking only Spanish was scary, yet helped so much with language learning, and allowed me to from close connections with strangers across a language barrier, something I never thought possible before. Trekking an... Read more
Overall, great experience. Comments above sum up my praises. The only constructive criticism I have or plus delta would be for the Where There Be Dragons offices to work in time for the instructors to finish up their paperwork in country (similar to the orientation pre trip but have one post trip as well). This way the instructors can be fully present in our last moments together as a group rather than stressed out about the lives they are being ... Read more
Going on this six week trip to Guatemala was absolutely amazing and completely changed my life. The program is well thought through and organized. Where there be dragons truly wants you to get the most out of your experience. The country you experience on this is trip is complex, exciting, and definitely worth while. The staff and other students are great people and travel companions. I would recommend this trip to anyone. After this trip I retur... Read more
This program was fantastic. When i was in 8th grade i did another program that dealt mainly with travel in australia, which is a beautiful county. The philosophy of Where There be Dragons add so much more to the trip. Guatemala was a really wonderful destination, and really made me understand spanish more then my 5 school years did. The program is very reasonable, and really helped me become an aware being in society. To travel to a country makes... Read more
Guatemala, Summer 2006 was my first experience with WTBD. It was a professional, educational, adventurous and inspirational program. The homestay component showed me what daily life in both rural and urban Guatemala is like (Todos Santos and Xela, respectively). The language classes were custom and challenging. The treks we did were remote and beautiful. My trip mates were unique, enthusiastic and compassionate. The instructors were professional,... Read more
