The most powerful and memorable part of a Costa Rica Explorations program!
Students will have the chance to become a part of a genuine, Spanish-speaking Costa Rican family. As “sisters and brothers” within their “tico” family, students learn to speak Spanish, prepare and eat Costa Rican food, play typical Costa Rican games, participate in daily chores, and teach English to their new family members. Students will form lifelong bonds with their families and share many special moments throughout their stay.
Within the oldest neighborhoods of Turrialba, live the welcoming "Tico" families of San Rafael, Turrialba.
Meet a few of our homestay families. . .
Damaris, the homestay coordinator for San Rafeal and her husband, Jacobo, are sure to entertain the students during their visit to Costa Rica. They live with their daughter, Jessica, and dog, Ruby.
Zulay, a part-time librarian, lives with her two sons, Orlando & Fernando. Zulay is an amazing cook and loves to practice her English with Costa Rica Explorations students.
Romelia, her daughter Ana, and her grandchildren live in a duplex within the neighborhood of San Rafael. With her warm personality, Romelia, gladly opens her home to students and teachers who visit her.
Learn how to Speak Spanish while preparing for your Costa Rica Explorations adventure!
