About Mónica Quesada

Mónica Quesada is an award-winning photojournalist from Costa Rica who loves to show off her country! That is why she has also worked as a photography tour leader since 2007 and she has been the leader of volunteering programs since a very young age. You can see her work at www.mqcphoto.com.

All articles by Mónica Quesada:

Costa Rica: The People & Their Culture

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When you look for information about Costa Rica, you will very quickly find a lot about how this small country is a tropical paradise. Costa Rica is densely biodiverse with a great variety of weather and activities. But there is a lot more to Costa Rica besides nature. Answering the question of “What is the […]

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Middle School Summer Travel Abroad Programs

Why It’s Important to Consider a Middle School Summer Travel Program? Middle School students are right in the middle of turning into more independent people. Therefore, it is an excellent time to give them the right exposure to the world. Many of these kids are leaving their parents and/or their neighborhoods for the first time. […]

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How Much Does a Costa Rica School Trip Cost?

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The cost of a Costa Rica School Trip depends on two significant variables: airfare and in-country program expenses. In general, the trip can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $5,000 per person. We at Costa Rica Explorations try to keep the price fair for the student, the trip group, and the providers. How much can airfare […]

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Costa Rica Girl Scout Trips

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The Girl Scouts are all about turning girls into go-getter, innovator, risk-taker leaders (G.I.R.L.™), exactly what we need to make our world a better place one powerful girl and woman at a time. We at Costa Rica Explorations believe that an international trip, which can be cross-cultural, service-based, and adventurous, will help Girls Scouts achieve […]

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Is Costa Rica Safe for Student Trips?

Is Costa Rica Safe for Student Trips?

The most straightforward answer to that question is yes, Costa Rica is a safe destination country to organize a student trip. When you look at the world we live in, it is normal to worry about leaving your country or your neighborhood. Even if you have crime and violence around you, at least you know […]

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