Trips have always been enjoyable, with BHS taking trips out of the country. The Spanish teacher, Katie Marten gives information about this upcoming Spanish trip and how long it’s been going on for.
“The Spanish and French trips were going well before I started working at Baldwin. Ms. Moreau started the trips. Spanish travels in even years, and French travels in odd years,” Marten said.
“Since I’ve been at Baldwin, we’ve gone to Costa Rica three times, Panama, and Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. I can’t pick a favorite.Some of my favorite memories are because of the people, not necessarily the places,” Marten said.
“I have way too many fond memories,” Marten said. “Like I said before, it’s the students and their camaraderie that make the trips worthwhile.”
“The best parts of the trip are watching students come out of their shell and develop their confidence, not just with the language. I’d also be lying if I said I wasn’t looking forward to Machu Picchu,” Marten said.
Many activities lined up to do, Marten explained what activities will be done while in Peru.
“Day 1, arrive in Lima and transfer to your hotel. Day 2,spend time getting to know the city cap off the day with a performance of music and danzas folklóricas from the various regions of Peru. Day 3, start the day with a visit to some of the ancient archeological sites near Cusco,” Marten explains.
“Day 4, take in sweeping views of the Sacred Valley as you head to the Salinas de Mara salt flats, a unique spot that has served as a source of the mineral since Inca times. Then visit the circular terraces of Moray. On the way back to Cusco, experience a textile workshop in Chinchero to learn about the traditions of naturally dying the brightly-colored wool for which the area is known.Day 5, board the train for a magical 4-hour train ride along the Urubamba River,” Marten said.
“Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, a bus will take you up to the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu. Day 6-10, begin your 5-day Family Stay where you will immerse yourself in the Peruvian culture by experiencing everyday life with your host family,” Marten said. “ Day 11, return to Lima and spend some time exploring the capital city before settling into your hotel for the night. Day 12, explore the extraordinary Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco and its catacombs and enjoy your last day in Peru. Day 13, arrive back in the United States.”