Cultural Discovery

Our Cultural Discovery programs delve into the unique cultural and experiential aspects of our program destinations. We offer a range of cultural discovery options from the arts (painting, sketching, printmaking), to culinary arts (cooking classes, food tastings), and community service with a cultural focus. We complement our days with engaging cultural activities as well as fun excursions to area highlights. Where will your Cultural Discovery take you?

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Ingredients for a cooking class

A fun and immersive experience into the world of Oaxaca's culinary arts! Travel to the epicenter of Mexican cooking and cuisine. A hands-on cooking and learning program.

Price: $3,495
Ages: 14 - 18
Dates: Jun 28 - Jul 12

Alebrije painting workshop in Oaxaca, Mexico

Take morning painting and drawing classes at the University of Oaxaca. Explore the different aspects of artistic expression in Oaxaca in the afternoons both in and outside of the city.

Price: $2,995 - $3,495
Ages: 14 - 18
Dates: Jun 14 - Jun 28 | Jul 12 - Jul 26

Detailed marquetry work in the Alhambra

Enjoy hands-on art workshops and activities in Granada! Art permeates all aspects of Granada, from the Alhambra palace to the edgy graffiti found in the Realejo neighborhood. Excursion to Malaga included.

Price: $3,995
Ages: 14 - 18
Dates: Jun 29 - Jul 12

Immerse yourself in the language and culture of Argentina through community service! Combine learning about Argentine culture through Spanish-language classes (weeks 1 & 2), cultural activities and excursions and community service (weeks 3 & 4).

Price: $5,250
Ages: 15 - 18
Dates: Jun 28 - Jul 25

Community service with school children in Lima, Peru

Delve into the language and culture of Peru through community service! Travel to Lima, where Peru's storied past intertwines with its emerging future. Morning Spanish classes and afternoon community service.

Price: $3,295
Ages: 14 - 18
Dates: Jun 21 - Jul 05

Mural of workers in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Explore art techniques in Buenos Aires! Buenos Aires is the ideal place to engage in a variety of art forms. Morning Spanish classes followed by afternoon art workshops focusing on drawing, sketching, and printmaking. 

Price: $3,795
Ages: 14 - 18
Dates: Jun 28 - Jul 11