Wonderfolk Costa Rica 2026
July 4, 2026
We started off our day bright, burgundy – colored, and early in the PDX airport! After some heartfelt goodbyes and photos we made our way through security and to our terminal. We fueled up on Starbucks, McDonalds, and sang Ellie happy birthday before boarding our flight to LA (Shout-out Alaska!). During that short flight many of us indulged in the snacks, soda, and a chance to catch up on some much-needed sleep. We landed in LAX, and got the chance to have some downtime to charge our phones up, eat a delicious lunch (Burgers, Sandwiches, + more), and browse the fun shops. Our flight to San Jose was long but scenic! We got to enjoy the free on-flight Wi-Fi, streaming service, and most importantly sleep a-whole-lot more!! Now we’ve arrived in Costa Rica, tucked into our hotel, sleepy and excited for what’s to come!!
2 more weeks left,
By Isa & Sophia
July 5, 2026
We woke up early after a late night, woke up and got ready for a delicious traditional Costa Rica breakfast: rice, beans, eggs, and fruit. We talked and enjoyed a beautiful view of the San Jose. After breakfast, we got together and discussed community agreements. Collectively, we valued positivity, understanding, encouragement, and engagement. Once we finished with agreements we packed pages and threw them on the top of the bus for a 3 hour bus trip to the San Carlos region—briefly watching some stray dogs pass before we left. On the way, we observed the unique architecture (short and colorful buildings and the honorable mention of a curvy, light blue slanted roof that looked like a wave) and the amazing rainforest landscape in Costa Rica. The bright and vibrant flowers and beautiful nature makes up one of our best memories here with Wonderfolk. Halfway through the drive we had food at Mi Rancho and enjoyed a variety of different worldly cuisines. Then we arrived at La Casa Crisley, where we will be staying for four nights. Immediately, we befriended the little girls on the farm, letting them do lots of henna designs on our arms and one of our male identifying member’s makeup. We met their dog, and some of us played tag while the majority played card games before we all watched Mexico v Englands World Cup Game (very close). Finally, we had a traditional dinner of beans, meat, and salad, and did a group reflection about stepping out our comfort zones. It was an amazing day and we are excited for what will be coming up next (cow milking)!
Buenas Noches,
Misha and En Bao
