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Originally Posted by texas*princess
I'm not trying to belittle the program because it sounds like a lot of fun, but how can it be a "resume builder" if the trip sounds like a vacation in another country (e.g. feeding dolphins, snorkeling, etc).
Is there more to the trip than it being a vacation from Mom & Dad?
It sounds like it is a good way to get recommendation letters from the teacher-leaders, but most people have teachers, pastors, etc that would write those also?
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Haha, this was over a decade ago, so I listed what I remembered! We did stay with families one night, and also met with a lot of local people, ate local cuisine, learned about the governments and economies, etc. The program may have changed as well, so definitely voice these concerns at the meeting! My parents were 100% behind the idea (although 0% behind the finances) and I had a wonderful experience, so that's why I gave my two cents.
