Amazing experience for my daughter

GLA's Costa Rica beachside experience was an incredible opportunity for my daughter. We hesitated sending her to a different country (safety, logistics, etc), but it proved to be everything we (and she!) hoped and more. She met so many new friends from other places, she experienced a different culture and all it had to offer (people, food, language, entertainment), she detached from electronics (huge plus for us, and she surprisingly loved it too), and most of all she was able to give back to the community through the service projects. She still calls it the best experience of her life and we couldn't be more pleased with how it was run (attentive, friendly staff; very organized itinerary; safe accommodations, etc). 100% recommend!