Switzerland: Once in a lifetime opportunity

Hector Ascencio Start Date: Mar 26, 2017 - End Date: Mar 25, 2018
  • Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Guarda, Scuol, Switzerland

My Travel Story

by: Hector Ascencio Start Date: Mar 26, 2017 - End Date: Mar 25, 2018
Hi, my name is Hector and I'm a sophomore at Modesto junior college in Modesto, California. My whole life has been spent in a small over population city, with nothing to do, the only daily attraction there is happens to be a movie theatre and occasional downtown events, however I like to think I was destined to travel. And recently I've been given the motivation and encouragement to do so, to travel to Switzerland in the year 2018. Like many, my biggest dream is to travel the world. My involvement in human/child development at my school has continued to inspire me to see the world and all it has to offer; to witness the hardships, culture and development through different environments that ultimately makes us who we are. This experience of traveling to Switzerland will help me work towards this dream.

Although my trip is not an educationally focused, traveling itself is a great educational experience. Traveling the world provides an education experience that’s almost impossible to get in school. Immersing myself in this completely new and different culture will really broaden my perspective, and open my eyes to what life is like around the world. I will be traveling alone to meet with a close friend of mine who will already be in Switzerland, which will be a learning experience in itself. We will be staying in hostels and/or Airbnb's, which will allow us to build meaningful relationships with others, as well as keep costs low.

I would be extremely grateful for any kind of support. Whether that means a donation, encouragement, or just positive thoughts. Thank you so much.
  • Grindelwald, Switzerland
  • Guarda, Scuol, Switzerland