Best thing I ever did!

I had the best time working with GVI in Costa Rica. GVI really works closely with local partners meaning all the work you do is suggested and asked for by local people, so you know what you do really makes a difference to them. We worked with local children, built playgrounds and community centres, and helped run local events. The staff are incredible, the base is basic but comfortable, and it really does become one big family when you all sit down and eat together. I loved seeing the impact we had on the local community and how much everyone there really cared about the work we were doing, even when it was a day of hard work in the sun and the kids were being challenging. Also, Costa Rica is just the loveliest country full of amazing friendly people and stunning wildlife.