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Day 1: April 11, 2026
The students stepped off the plane into the warm air of Juan Santamaría International Airport, their first glimpse of Costa Rica. Excitement buzzed as they heard Spanish all around and spotted lush green mountains beyond the runway. Their guide greeted them with a smile and a cheerful “¡Bienvenidos!” On the bus to San José, they watched the vibrant streets, colorful houses, and daily life unfold. Tired but energized, they shared their first “pura vida,” realizing this journey would be more than a trip—it would be a new way of seeing the world.