Program Reviews

I love that we had a broad experience of the overall rainforest and island; however, regarding the camp, I wish we had more breaks throughout the day because it was hectic. Since we get so early and get back in the afternoon/evening, I think it would be so helpful to get a 20-minute break, especially after lunch! Because we are 3 girls for a bathroom, even if we want to just freshen up, we barely have time to. But it’s one of a lifetime experience. It’s a great place for growth. It was a very special and memorable experience!

The supervisor was great, too.

Going on the Therapy Abroad program in Belize was truly eye-opening. Belize is English-speaking, so though you’ll hear Creole, communication isn’t a huge barrier unlike in many other Latin American countries. That made working with kids and families way richer and more authentic. It was helpful experience to work on my clinical skills in documentation. It was very hard at times but watching the kids smile and make progress was worth it. There were some instance of supervisors not being clear on expectations.

I had a great and fulfilling time with Therapy Abroad! It was challenging and impactful. I will never forget my trip to San Ignacio, Belize! I got to learn so much about the Speech Pathology field and about the amazing culture Belize has. The trip was challenging at times, but it was so worth it. I left feeling proud of myself and group members for all the hard work we did together. I built great connections with my group members, supervisors, and clients. I am very glad I took the time to experience this trip.

This trip has truly been incredible in every way. From Tykes Camp and the delicious food to the unforgettable adventures and the amazing staff, it’s been the most rewarding experience. The team that puts this trip together is made up of the most genuine, dedicated people who go above and beyond to make it exceptional. I was hesitant to sign up at first, but now that I’ve lived it, I wouldn’t trade it for anything and I would come back a thousand times over. I felt safe at every point of the trip and was smiling everyday because of the joy this place brought me.

This has been some of the best ten days of my life. Not only did I learn more than I could ever imagine, my relationships grew with my friends, I met some amazing kids and supportive and kind staff. When I woke up on the last day I could not believe it was time to go. This experience brought me valuable Occupational Therapy skills and helped me to become more confident as a future practitioner. The words that come to my mind after leaving this trip are joy, patience, and of course 2 peas in a pod. I will forever be grateful to therapy abroad and the families in Belize for welcoming me and allowing me to be a part of their lives for just a short period of time. Thank you for the laughs, smiles, and learning experiences that I will talk about for the rest of my life! Thank you to our leaders, bus driver, and hosts for guiding us and making all this possible.

I had such an amazing experience at therapy abroad in Belize. The staff not only support us and kept us safe but also treated us like one of their own. I’m so sad to leave and will miss everyone I have met along the way. The camp was such an amazing experience. The kids were amazing and their families were so supportive and appreciative. Every meal was delicious and every excursion was planned perfectly. The wide variety of food and adventures allowed me to step outside my comfort zone and fully immerse myself in the experience. I couldn’t imagine a better trip! I’d do it all again in a heartbeat!

I learned to overcome my fear on this trip, many times. From my fear of heights when we went zip lining and jumping off the second level into the ocean, to my fear of singing in public at the karaoke bar, I felt like this trip made me realize that I have what it takes to get out of my comfort zone and overcome anything I want to. I also tried thing that I’ve never tried before prior to coming on this trip, like cliff jumping in a dark cave, drinking from an actual coconut, going to a zoo at night, and creating one of my best paintings ever so far.

This is my second trip with Therapy Abroad, and once again, they do a fantastic job providing a blend of clinical activities to enhance cultural competence and adventurous excursions to experience the amazing country. We were given opportunities to fully immerse ourselves within the culture building relationships with local people in a variety of locations as well as opportunities to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of Belize. I highly recommend a study abroad trip with Therapy Abroad.

I loved all my supervisor and peers I went along with! I genuinely have no concerns or anything to fix! I enjoyed every aspect of the trip from Tykes Camp to Caye Caulker. Therapy Abroad is the opportunity to challenge yourself to a new environment, along with new experiences. It was my first time out of the country and I have no regrets with Belize being my first choice. The people are very friendly and make you feel comfortable and supported every step of the way. If you ever feel you can’t travel alone, you could with Therapy Abroad.

I had the greatest experience going to Belize through TherapyAbroad and never would have had experienced the culture, learning through a clinical setting, or meeting new friends without it! I highly recommend traveling to Belize with them and experiencing everything firsthand!