Gonzalo “Chalo” Esquivel

Nickname
Chalo

Where did you grow up?
Costa Rica

Where do you call home now?
Costa Rica

Year started at Global Works?
2013

Where is your favorite place you have traveled to?
Cerro Chirripó

Fun fact, special talent, or favorite memory
I am a certified guide with the Instituto Costarricense de Turismo…and I’m a great cook!

What do you like to do in your free time?
Mountain bike and hiking

What languages do you speak?
English and Spanish

If you had to give one piece of advice or words of encouragement to someone on their first travel experience, what would it be?
Keep an open mind!