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New Hotel Info

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PASSPORT AND FLIGHTS

Please make sure to send us a copy of your flight itinerary and your passport if you have not done so already!

AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!

Homestay Families

This is the information on your homestay families.. let uesknow if you have any questions....

Alexandra Altiero:
Irma Lopez Family :

The Lopez Hernandez family has been receiving volunteers for about 5 years. The father, Carlos, is retired, as Irma, the mother, stays at home to run the household. They have three children: Roman (24), Carlos (21), and Dulce (19). The family likes to ride bicycles, billiards, and sports like volley ball. They have one pet dog.

They enjoy receiving volunteers because it is nice to know and learn about people from different countries and to share part of their culture too. They like to talk to the volunteers about the regions in Oaxaca and tourist places.

The Lopez Hernandez family lives in a nice suburb that is near a large supermarket and shopping center. They are located near several other homestay families and are about a 20-30 minute walk from the downtown area.



Kacie Gagne:
Socorro Pinelo Perez Family

Socorro has been receiving volunteers in her home for over 10 years. She has two children- Gerardo (26) who is finishing up his Bachelor's Degree, and Lituania (24), who spends half her time in Oaxaca and the other half in Puebla where she is finishing up her law degree. The family lives in a neighborhood that is about 20 minute walking distance from downtown Oaxaca where several other homestay families are located. They live close to Chedraui (a large supermarket) and Plaza de Valle (shopping center, movies). Socorro is a cooking teacher and gives classes from her home. She is more than happy to have volunteers learn how to cook and to help her in the kitchen. The family likes to play sports and interact with volunteers. They have a pet Cocker Spaniel named Toby.



Carla Knopp:
Mercedes Cruz Family

This family has been receiving volunteers for almost 2 years. Mercedes runs the household. Her mother, Maria del Carmen (80), lives with her. On the weekend, the grandchildren- Andrea (13) and Jesus (8) come to stay.

They love to read, listen to music, and spend weekends with the family on the patio.

They like to receive volunteers because they think it is a way to learn about other cultures, as well as sharing about their culture. They like to talk a lot with the volunteers during meal times.

The family lives in a nice suburb that is near a large supermarket and shopping center. They are located near several other homestay families and are about a 20-30 minute walk from the downtown area.



Alexandra Reliman
Patricia Cabellero Family

Patricia is retired government worker. Her daughter, Lorena (29) has a degree in administration. They love going to the movies, going for a walk, or going out for a meal.

They like to receive volunteers because always learn something new about other people, like their customs, culture, etc.

They enjoy talking with volunteers about interesting places in Oaxaca, and during free time doing different kinds of activities with them. They have a pet parrot.

The Caballero family lives in a nice suburb that is near a large supermarket and shopping center. They are located near several other homestay families and are about a 20-30 minute walk from the downtown area.




Ashley Lauber:
Odilla Carrillo Herrera Family

The Carrillo Herrera family has been hosting international students for several years. Odila, the mother, is a widow with two children, Larbia (born 1983) and Dahbia (born 1986)--both students. Odila is a native of Oaxaca and has a large extended family here. They live about 20 minutes from the center of town (walking) near Chedraui, one of the larger shopping centers. Their home is located in a neighborhood where many of our host families are located.

Items for Volunteer Sites...

Hey guys,

Normally on trips that involve volunteer work we try to bring items for the sites, please read below and let me know if you have any questions...

ITEMS TO BRING FOR VOLUNTEER PLACEMENT

Maybe little packets of things for the children.
There are around 75 kindergarten students and 3 hard-working teachers.

Maybe:
coloring pencils
coloring books
play-doh
games
soccer balls
jump ropes
Kids motivational posters
books (in Spanish)

and perhaps even things like tooth paste, tooth brushes, combs, soaps, etc

And of course, kids always like candy, which is good to bring because they get really excited about, but not too much. I would stay away from chocalate items and gum.

If youwant to bring something nice for the teachers, that would be great also, like an agenda, nice pen, etc.

Whatever you bring will be appreciated greatly. What we usually do is the last day of project work we have little celebration party and thats when they can give away their donations.

If you don't want to bring all the stuff with you... there is a large
supermarket- Chedraui - that is near all the homestays where you could go buy some things there.

Thanks guys!