Dayana Calderon

Daya is an adventurous person passionate about sea turtles, conservation, and cats. She was born and raised in Costa Rica, she is very exited about this new chance to share with participants her knowledge about her country and previous experiences during service learning programs. She believes that conservation and communities can join in one path thanks to sustainable projects and participants can learn new perspectives from them. She adores hiking, listening to music, reading, and karaoke. She has traveled around Central America and Europe, she hopes to visit South America this year .

Where did you grow up?
Costa Rica

Where do you call home now?
Heredia, Costa Rica

Year started at Global Works?
2023

What’s your favorite part about leading trips?
Learning and teaching new things

What’s something you can’t live without while you are traveling?
Music

Tell us about a favorite memory from a trip you have taken
Crossing the border by boat between Mexico and Belize

Where is your favorite place you have traveled to?
Guatemala

Fun fact, special talent, or favorite memory
I love Karaoke but I am not a good singer

What do you like to do in your free time?
Hiking

What languages do you speak?
Spanish, English

If you had to give one piece of advice or words of encouragement to someone on their first travel experience, what would it be?
Plan your trip but be open for whatever