Best Trip Ever - My Family Travels
DSCN0126

About 6 years ago me and my family went to a trip to El Salvador located on Central America, this was a special trip for me because I was going to go see the place where my parents grew up and were they were raise as young kids, not also that, but I will get the chance to see some of my aunts or uncles that I never met before in my life. Also this was important to me because it was a new way to experience life in a whole new level because Salvador isn’t really a modern place or rich place, it lacks on modernization.

I got the chance to experience the way people live over there without technology or modern stuff like the things I have in Los Angeles. It was a little bit difficult at first week at Salvador because I wasn’t use to talking Spanish all the time because all the people at Salvador only speak Spanish. The weather was way different form Los Angeles, the weather at Salvador was out of control because some days it will start to rain really hard and then clear up in an hour and it got real hot. At the beginning I wasn’t real happy to be at Salvador, but as I got use to it.

The trip started to get fun because I got a chance to see Salvador’s side of it beauty of nature. While at Salvador, I was staying in my grandma’s shop and every night we would just talk on the table and eat pupusas and stay up late. I will also go to a lot of places with my family; we will go to the beach or just cruise around the forest or go to the temples. The best part of Salvador was riding in the back of the trucks and it was fun because sitting in the back of the truck a lot of wind will blow at you and it was so fresh to be at the back of the truck. This trip show me a lot about my culture and family and this trip allowed me to spent a lot of time with my family and just have a good time at Salvador. The trip was getting better and better and day by day I started to do things I never done before in my life. One of these things was ride a horse and go to places I never seen before with the horse. Other thing was learn how to make cheese and try new type of food I never tasted before in my life. Also the best part of the trips was the food because they have so much different kind of food to eat and make than in Los Angeles.

What this trip shows me was that I got to appreciate a lot more because at Salvador a lot of people are thankful for small things such as socks or new shirt. That shows me that it’s tough to live in Salvador because not everyone can afford stuff. Some parents can’t afford toys or school supplies, shoes or clothes for their children’s. Some children’s have to be walking barefoot and they have a lot of cuts on their feet and also cause they can’t afford to get clothes they sometimes have to be naked or just have their under wears on. This trip taught me a lot and am thankful for the parents I have and how they support me and it also showed me that I really have to appreciate every small things I get because people at Salvador don’t get that a lot and it just sad seeing this but the trip was a lot of fun and it taught me a lesson about life and I am thankful for this trip.

Dear Reader: This page may contain affiliate links which may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Our independent journalism is not influenced by any advertiser or commercial initiative unless it is clearly marked as sponsored content. As travel products change, please be sure to reconfirm all details and stay up to date with current events to ensure a safe and successful trip.

1 Reply to “Best Trip Ever”

  • silvana.albarello

    A destiny I will never forget. 

  • 13CRoen

    This was by far, the best vacation I have ever been on. I hope be awarded the scholarship so that I can go on to college, graduate with honors, and get a great job so that one day I can show my family what a great place Yellowstone National Park is. Thank you for considering my application!

  • crishernandez4

    I hope you enjoy my essay. Thank you for your time.

  • crishernandez4

    My favorite city so far!

  • CarpeDiem8216

    It's such a beautiful place!

  • elinasahagun

    my trip.

  • Zoe.Paige.1212

    Hey Everyone,

           Thanks for checking out my blog. πŸ™‚ I hope you enjoy.

                                                       With Much Appreciation,

                                                                  – Zoe McDowell

     

  • srgaiden

    I have run short on space, yet I managed to squeeze in about 3/4ths of my trip. 

     

    Lordsburg and Demming are in New Mexico (I guess I should have edited that), and there are numerous other details I would have liked to have included…. 

  • cedar.weyker

    If you're interested in traveling in my footsteps, I highly recommend the Togwotee Lodge and Resort, which is where we stayed during our trip. 

  • ocurly.9

    While visiting Paris the summer I was fourteen, I was captivated my by its beauty. The city's rich culture, diverse people, and turbulent history fascinated me and captured my imagination. It was there that I discovered the wonder of adventure, and my never-ending love of Paris. 

  • albalderrama

    this is my actual scholarship submission. PLEASE DO NOT JUDGE THE PREVIOUS ENTRY. THIS IS MY SUBMISSION. THANK YOU. 

  • ruby34

    This was the most incredible vacation ever! All my classmates who attended agreed and have remembered every memory from Washington D.C. Thank you School Tours of America and my special sponsors Mrs. Nobel and Mr. Fitch.

  • msbrown96

    My trip to new york was wonderful. I even c reated a website to prove it. 

    http://nothinglikenewyork.shutterfly.com/

  • SarahChambers

    I almost did not go on this trip, worrying about what could go wrong, that summer would nearly be over when I returned, and how much it cost. But, I decided to take this trip to see a few of my German friends and their families, not knowing when, otherwise, I would see them again if I didn't take this opportunity. Now that I have returned home, I am very happy to have taken this trip.

  • effine0095

    My name is Inemesit Effiong.I am an avid reader and an ardent Colin Firth fan. I love outdoor activities, writing poetry, and volunteering. I have had the privilege of volunteering with several clubs like National Honor Society, Rotary Club, Interact Volunteer Club, and The Bridge Run. I enjoy watching Jeopardy with my father (mostly because of Alex Trebek) and I hope to pursue Nursing as a major. I entered this contest because I love exploring and I fell that my experience is very relatable, especially to teenagers my age, who would like to travel abroad, but lack the means or opportunity to do so. 

  • ciarrapeck23

    This is a blog about my trip with my mother to New York City

  • CarolynLaux

    I encourage you, go on a mission trip! You will never regret it. If anything it can help you to figure out your place in this world. 

  • Austin Joseph

    I raised money for this trip during the course of my Freshman year, first by a Bake Sale, which raised over $700, then by giving out poetry that I had written in exchange for donations. They expereince broadened me as a leader and created lasting friendships with other cultures.

  • sfspins

    This was my Italian experience. It was extremely fun and I can’t wait for the time when I get the chance to return.

  • LeaCordova

    Hope you enjoyed my essay! Just wanted to share my beliefs and personal experience. πŸ™‚

  • LeaCordova

    Hopefully you can enjoy my post! It's what I believe and is my own personal experience. πŸ™‚

  • kelseyr234

    My scholarship entry!

  • cheer2soccer

    Im glad to share my families trip with you. I hope this inspires you to go on a trip with your family to Hawaii.

  • rntgr1

    My vacation to Spain in general was one of the most enjoyable things I have ever done. The culture was rich and the archetecture was far more ornate than anything I've ever seen in the United States. I will defenately go back there some day if I am fortunate enough.

  • erplaneflyer

    This particular blog was submitted as a scholarship essay to myfamilytravels.com, enjoy!

  • cchan16

    I truly am grateful for the wonderful opportunity I had to travel to Hong Kong for a month! I'll definitely think about living in Hong Kong in the future!  

  • sjkim13

    I hope people can read this travel blog and see for themselves how great the aftermath of war is. Because of war, these children have to suffer every single day. ): 

  • saramasjedi

    This blog was very fun to write, it let me reevaluate what had happened during the trip and laugh about it once again. Maybe it will inspire someone else to do what what my family did and go through the indescribable little horrors that we all went through. Happy traveling!

  • Alexxis

    If you have ever wondered what a BIG city is, than New York City is the place for you to go! i had a blast there! Check it out!!

  • iffatb10

    I had alot of fun writing this essay. 

  • ilovestories4

    Europe is a great place to visit!

  • lizlozada

    it looks cool!

  • savannahchambers2013

    Here is my scholarship for the Teen Travel Writing Scholarship of my journey to Alaska! 

  • sndave12

    My trip to London.

  • clb2013

    I discovered that I was a pretty good photographer while on this trip. I now take all the family vacation pictures!

  • clb2013

    My trip to Yellowstone was truly amazing! Yellowstone is a must-see for all nature lovers and hikers! 

  • Anushka

    The wedding took place on August 6, 2011.

  • CheyenneBB

    this was a wonerful trip with friends & family

  • acesjoe247

    My experience was amazing here!

  • batmandude123

    My essay describes the emotional connection to the effects of a storm which would seemingly ruins a trip to Lake Michigan.

  • Megan G

    I wish I could have written more about Germany, but summing up a vacation such as that in only 600 words seemed impossible to me. I would have never guessed I would have learned so much about myself there. We did activitivities I would never seen myself doing in a million years. Many of the students that went on the trip I would not normally be friends with, but at the end of the day no matter how different we were from one another, we were all friends and family to eachother and still keep in touch till this day. I don't know when I will be able to go on such an amazing adventure again, but my advice to whoever comes across this is, if you have the oppritunity, take it. Even if you are apprehensive, take the risk because I'm willing to bet you will learn so much more.

    Thank you all for reading this and best of luck to everyone who entered this contest! smiley

  • alyssavallero

    We love going to the Hawaiian Islands.  Maui was one of our favorites.  Molokini Crater is just off of the Maui coast.  I couldn't believe at the variety of fish we snorkeled with–we even glimpsed a reef shark!  Snorkeling at Molokini Crater was a great experience and was the inspiration for this short essay. 

  • maddykate

    This is my scholarship essay, please confirm that it has been entered. Thank you!

  • LadyKiwiWorld

    The reason for my visit to Nigeria was because of a death in my family. In the attatched picture, I am in the middle, surrounded by my family members as we walked toward the area where the ceremony was to be held. The whole experience of visiting Nigeria a third time (but as a teenager) opened my eyes and made me realize that there are things in the world bigger than just me and my problems, and it's my job to find a way to give back before time runs out.

  • caytlinwalker

    This was my family trip to Missouri…never forget how important learning and family is.

  • WyattBertsch

    I am a young international traveler interested in seeing the dynamics between different cultures acted out out not only through travel but through international relations on a global stage. Trips to Belize and across the world have cemented my belief that nations working together is for the good of everyone on earth.

  • evsumner

    I wrote this for the Scholarship writing contest.

  • amartino

    This is my entry for the FTF Teen Travel Writing Scholorship!

  • LoganM

    I hope that everyone can learn a little about this unique country from my blog. There are so many more things I wish I could say, but space is limited!

Comment on this article

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.