Jul 21, 2016 | Matagalpa1 - 7/19/2016 |
Today we had our first academic seminar and we learned a little bit about the history of Nicaragua. The Glimpsers were challenged to put important Nicaraguan historical events into chronological order even though they knew little about Nicaraguan history. The...
Jul 20, 2016 | Matagalpa1 - 7/19/2016 |
We took a scenic 2.5-hour bus ride into Matagalpa from Managua this morning. It was quite the experience seeing all the roadside businesses as we drove North into Matagalpa. Arriving in Matagalpa, we settled into Hostal Del Rey, ate a delicious lunch and met our...
Jul 19, 2016 | Matagalpa1 - 7/19/2016 |
After a long day of traveling from Chicago to Miami to Managua, we are now cozily settled into our rooms at Hotel Las Mercedes for the night. Our crew jumped right into getting to know each other as soon as we went through security and it has been a joy to see...
Jul 18, 2016 | Matagalpa1 - 7/19/2016 |
Hello Team Maltagalpa! My name is Hiu To and I am one of the trusty Global Glimpse Leaders that will be learning and exploring with you in Maltagalpa, Nicaragua. It has been such a pleasure speaking with you and your parents on the phone and I can’t wait to...
Jul 18, 2016 | Matagalpa1 - 7/19/2016 |
Welcome to Matagalpa! Hello Glimpsers, parents and GGL’s! We are Roxana and Silvan, your program coordinator and site manager. As we write this blog, we anxiously await your arrival on June 6. We have planned an incredible trip for you where you will not only learn...