Attention Step
[Attention Getter] Imagine finding yourself exploring the ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru, zip lining through the pristine rainforests of Costa Rica, photographing lions and zebras on a safari in Tanzania, or simply trying a new food and making a new friend a world away.
[Credibility] I would have never imagined doing any of these things within a reasonable amount of money until I heard about Global Leadership Adventures or GLA.
It’s always been a dream of mine to join the peace corps but I knew that that was an irrational dream.
After the research that I’ve done on the GLA program I’m happy to announce that I will be participating in the program next summer and will be going to Thailand and the Galapagos.
[Topic Justification]
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Students should be either by staff members, in groups, or assigned to a buddy. Our average student-staff ratio is 6:1.(GLA)
Healthy Meals and Pure Water
Meals are prepared fresh daily, with a healthy mix of fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, and bread. Students may sample local cuisine, but Western-style and vegetarian options are also available. Students also have access to unlimited safe drinking water.(GLA)
Expert Local Knowledge
Our in-country staff members have intimate knowledge of the host community. They have established relationships with medical professionals in the area, as well as local organizations where students do community service.(GLA)
Safe and Comfortable Transportation
Students are transported in GLA-approved vehicles by experienced, licensed drivers. At time of arrival, GLA staff will be at the airport to meet and greet students. If the plane is delayed, they will wait until students arrive. At airport drop-off, GLA staff will help students check in and make sure students know how to find their flight.(GLA)
Transitions: From this we can see that this program is perfectly safe and secure. Now let 's look at some of the possible effects of not joining the GLA