Let’s Go to the Airport!

For our field trip this year, we had a full tour of the Santo Domingo International Airport. It was a long day – we left the home in the dark, and we got home in the dark. To say this was a unique and complete tour would be an understatement. They only do 10 or so tours per year. The guides had full-time professional jobs in the airport, and giving tours to groups like ours is their community service. They were so knowledgeable, patient and kind with our group. It was uplifting to see these young future-leaders. We can’t thank them enough. Pictures will tell the story…

Starting out, with our matching t-shirts and credentials

Waiting to go through security after the check-in counter

Shuttle ride on the tarmac

Once the alarm sounded, these two go dressed in less than 2 minutes for us!

How fast can the girls be ready? (jacket and helmet only)

Group in front of a firetruck and behind a fireman still wearing his protective gear. It was hot!!

The littlest girls watching a plane from the shuttle.

Boarding the plane – surprise!

Front row, first class on a brand-new plane which was just delivered – has not been used in a commercial flight. It even had that rare “new plane” smell!

Almost every girl got to go into the cockpit and ask questions and get a photo

Knowledgeable and patient guide!!

Thank you Arajet!!

Katerin,  who was a “little” girl at the first campamento. We are so proud of her!!

Final thoughts in the baggage claim area after an airline snack and more Q&A

Thank you for reading!!