"On The Road" Archives - Up with People

Meet the Cast Monday: Yassine from Bermuda and Morocco

Posted by Up with People on September 16, 2019 [supsystic-social-sharing id=’1′ style=’color:#ffffff !important’]

Yassine is 17-years-old and is a first semester traveler in the Up with People gap year program from Bermuda. Yassine shared about his experience coming from a small island, to traveling the world for the very first time. What are some of your educational goals and interests? “I am very interested in international relations and global politics.” Why did you join Up with People? “Coming out of high school and coming out of a really small island, I wanted to experience more of the world. But now that I’m here, I’m here for so much more than that.” What has …

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Meet the Cast Monday: Scott from Colorado

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Meet Scott, a 1st semester traveler in Up with People from Longmont, Colorado! Why did you decide to travel in Up with People? “I decided to travel in Up with People because of all of the experiences and stories I’ve heard from other people that have traveled.” What was your first week like after you arrived in Denver with the rest of the cast? “My first week, it’s very, very much go-go-go. Here at Up with People, they keep you very busy, but everything has a purpose and I think everything that they’re teaching you, they do for a …

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Meet the Cast Monday: Elena from Switzerland

Posted by Up with People on June 17, 2019 [supsystic-social-sharing id=’1′ style=’color:#ffffff !important’]

Elena is a first semester cast member in Up with People from Switzerland. She is excited to announce that she will be traveling for a second semester in Up with People for the Fall, 2019 tour! What did your life look like before coming to Up with People? “Oh boy, it was pretty average. I was working and working and working. I worked in a cosmetics store in sales. I also have been dancing since I was 9-years-old.” What is an issue that you feel really passionate about? “What I am most passionate about is human rights. Everyone should be …

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Meet the Cast Monday: James from South Dakota

Posted by Up with People on June 10, 2019 [supsystic-social-sharing id=’1′ style=’color:#ffffff !important’]

On this week’s Meet the Cast Monday, meet James from South Dakota and the lighting technician for Up with People. His internship in the program helped him gain new skills towards his future career. See what he has to say about his experience in the program. What did you do before joining Up with People? “Before Up with People, I was in high school where I competed in speech and debate, participated in show choir and in plays, and always found ways to keep myself busy in after school activities.” What is an issue you’re passionate about? “I educate myself …

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Meet the Cast Monday: Momo from Japan

Posted by Up with People on June 3, 2019 [supsystic-social-sharing id=’1′ style=’color:#ffffff !important’]

This week on our Meet the Cast Monday series, we are thrilled to have you meet Momo, the dance captain for Up with People! What are some of your interests and passions? “My passion is to dance, as well as education for kids. I believe everyone around the world should have equal access to a good education and have the freedom to dream.” What were you doing before you came to Up with People? “I was studying education and English in college for three years. I decided to take some time off because I thought I needed to take time …

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Meet the Cast Monday: Carson from Montana

Posted by Up with People on May 20, 2019 [supsystic-social-sharing id=’1′ style=’color:#ffffff !important’]

We had the chance to sit down with Carson, a cast member in Up with People from Montana, to learn more about his life before and after traveling abroad in the program. What are some of your interests and passions? “I really enjoy singing and performing. Being outdoors is very enjoyable to me whether it’s working, playing sports or camping with friends.” What is your role in Up with People? “This is my first semester traveling in the program. As far as a role, I’d consider myself as an ally and a friend to those around me. If anyone needs …

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Meet the Cast Monday: Nicole from Bermuda

Posted by Up with People on May 13, 2019 [supsystic-social-sharing id=’1′ style=’color:#ffffff !important’]

In This Week’s Meet the Cast Monday, Meet Nicole, A Cast Member in Up with People from Bermuda! What were you doing before you joined Up with People? “I was working at a retail store called ‘Making Waves.’ I had just graduated high school this past May.” What have you learned from your experience in the program so far? “I have learned that there are a lot of different ways to look at the world and you have the choice to choose whether it is positive or negative. I like that people here choose to look at the positive …

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Meet the Cast Monday: Daniel from Mexico

Posted by Up with People on May 6, 2019 [supsystic-social-sharing id=’1′ style=’color:#ffffff !important’]

Meet Daniel, A Cast Member in Up with People from Mexico! Daniel from Mexico, cast and band member in Up with People What made you join Up with People? I had hosted Promotion Representatives when Up with People came to my city a year ago in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. I found out that Up with People was working towards issues that I found important and I wanted to work on myself. Traveling has always been a must for me in the sense of having a deeper understanding in certain issues and really internalizing different ways of thinking. What has …

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Highlights from the Up with People Tour in Mexico – Next Up, Europe!

Posted by Up with People on May 3, 2019 [supsystic-social-sharing id=’1′ style=’color:#ffffff !important’]

Cast of Up with People taking a self defense class in Mexico

It has been such an exciting time for the cast of Up with People. After several weeks in the United States and another few weeks in Mexico, the cast has finally made their way to Europe! The arrival of the cast in Mexico was long-anticipated thanks to an overnight flight delay on their transition from the United States. The cast arrived in Celaya around 9:00 PM and was swept away by the enthusiasm of their host families. The following day, the Club Rotario Celaya sponsored a taco stand and mariachi band to welcome the cast with singing, dancing, and overall …

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My Host Family Experience in Up with People

Posted by Up with People on April 26, 2019 [supsystic-social-sharing id=’1′ style=’color:#ffffff !important’]

What It’s Like To Stay With A Host Family Abroad Up with People cast members explore the city on their host family day. Have you ever hosted someone from another country in your home? Whether you are taking in an exchange student or have a traveler needing to sleep on your couch for a day, being a host family is one of the most rewarding experiences not just for the family hosting, but for the person being hosted too! When the cast of Up with People travels during their international tour, each member will stay with a host family as …

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