VISIONS Peru High School Service Program Recently Updated

Testimonials(6)

• As a family with multiple children, this was our fourth Visions trip. Each program offers a unique combination of culture, service and friendship in a supportive environment that allows teens to learn not only about themselves but the world at large. We are truly grateful for the opportunities that our children have had during these last several adventures and highly recommend the program for others!

  - Ellen Tafel - October 2, 2024

• It was amazing. I really really liked all the leaders. Exceeded expectations, it was super fun.

  - Dillon McGinley - September 17, 2024

• This program far exceeded our expectations for Nate. He clearly loved the program, made quick and deep connections with the other participants, gained a sense of independence, increased his sense of wonder of the world.

  - Emily Kurtz - October 11, 2024

• We just returned from Newark Airport with Amalia, who is bubbly, effusive and full of jaw-droppingly wonderful stories from Urubamba. The trip sounds beyond spectacular, far exceeded even my high expectations. In addition to the hard work and the remarkable trips and activities, it also sounds like she had a lot of teachable moments and, as she mentioned several times, "learned to go outside my comfort zone." HURRAY!! Thank you so much for all your hard work and attention to nuance and detail. And, to any extent possible, please, please thank the team--including the Peruvians who work w Visions, whom Amalia adores--for their wisdom and care. I can intuit through her tales that they are terrific.

  - Jan H. - August 18, 2023

• This program exceeded my expectations in so many ways I did not know were even possible. I was expecting to have an amazing summer, which I did, but I was not expecting to change as a person and gain a different view on the world. Some important things I gained from my month in Peru is honesty with myself and others. Before this trip I had never given or received direct feedback but from learning what others thought of me I became stronger. I also gained different kind of friends. I got so close with my peers and leaders and even now being home they are the first people I would call if anything happened...I am so thankful for this opportunity I had to go to Peru. I am forever grateful and hope that other kids can get the same experience I got.

  - Sophia Marasco - August 18, 2022

• I looked forward to this trip for over a year and I had such and amazing experience! It was so fun to meet and connect with people who were also passionate about exploring new places, and cultures. It was also really easy to talk to the leaders, they are very understanding and relatable. I will remember this experience forever! I gained more confidence in starting conversations with new and different people, it has actually helped me already in my first week of school. I also feel more aware of other cultures and how people's lives around the world are so different. I am even more excited about travelling after Peru. Also, I now have friends all over the U.S. that I cannot wait to see again!

  - Gillian Madden - September 21, 2023