“We Learned So Much More Than Spanish: Our Experiences at Intercultura Costa Rica” When we decided to travel to Costa Rica and join the immersion program at Intercultura, we had high expectations. But what we didn’t know was that we …
Lázaro Rocha is a folklorist, a musician, a carpenter, and Intercultura’s handyman, and has been with us almost from the very beginning of our Sámara School. Lázaro is many things to many people; you can read about him here through …
Costa Rica is one of the most popular destinations in Central America for students and travelers alike looking to immerse themselves in a new language and culture. Read Our Latest Guide to Planning and Choosing Your Spanish Immersion Program Abroad …
We’re excited to share a special piece of Intercultura’s history on our blog! This interview with our Founding Director, Laura Ellington, was originally featured in Southwest Magazine in 2016. Though it’s no longer available online, we wanted to preserve and …
What is Annexation of Guanacaste Day in Costa Rica? On July 25th, Guanacaste, one of Costa Rica’s seven provinces, celebrates its most significant cultural holiday: Annexation Day. This day marks the incorporation of the “Partido de Nicoya” into the State …
A 25-year journey in Costa Rica that began with language learning evolved into a fulfilling life of love, community, and founding a teacher training school to give back to the country. Discovering Costa Rica: A Life-Changing Adventure Begins As I …