It is the day before departure and while there is still so much to do this evening in order to get ready for Chile, I am so very excited about the trip! I think I am most excited about being immersed in another culture and getting to enjoy new experiences. With regard to the architectural sites that we are visiting, I am most excited about seeing and experiencing the innovation center. I really enjoyed learning about this building in class, and I am greatly looking forward to seeing it in person. I also cannot wait to try new foods!
On my free day I am thinking about going and sampling wines at one of the local winery’s. I think this would be a unique and fun experience as well as a relaxing way to end what I’m sure will be a very busy and exciting trip. This will be the third time that I have traveled outside the country. With regard to concerns for this trip, my main concern is the language barrier present in Chile. Previously, I have only traveled to English-speaking countries and while it is somewhat of concern, I feel better knowing that I am in a group setting where some members speak fluent Spanish.