La Vida Local Analysis

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La Vida Local was the article I chose to read about. The story explained how a family escapes Manhattan Costa Rica and discovers the joy of simple ways; this really caught my attention because I agree that if you’re a true passionate traveler you see more than just getting away for the luxury and the parties. Travel is all about experiencing other cultures and learning how to live differently. I am passionate about travel and want to eventually escape the robotic life style we live today. Every day is basically the same, you know you’re going to get up, go to work or school for the majority of the day and repeat day after day. How boring!? There is so much more out there to explore and learn about. I believe that we should travel when we are

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