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SCOPE Exchange: Social ProgramEl Salvador - Guatemala

IFMSA - ASOCEM- El Salvador and Guatemala have created a strategic alliance in exchange, in order to make the experience of clinical exchanges of both countries, in one of the most pleasant and enriching stay , with the advantage of its proximity geographical and maintain the good relationship the two organizations.Then it will be detailed, a little on El Salvador, culture, people, tourism in the capital and beyond . Everything has been planned for you to be away from the family and IFMSA- El Salvador can take a big surprise waiting for you with open arms.

"The Tom Thumb of America", being a relatively small country gives us a great feature, the distances are short words can be in the botanical park El Boqueron enjoying a cultivated coffee in the same place, located in the crater of the dormant volcano our capital San Salvador and in just 45 minutes being on a beach in the department of La Libertad, this goes back to El Salvador a very practical country and in turn for budget travel.The climate in our country is a climate, tropical counting only 2 seasons summer from November to April and winter from May to October, with a climate of 24 C in the capital in nearly all times of the year.The cuisine is varied where our most famous dish pupusas are merely a very delicious Salvadoran dish made of corn or rice as its cheap time. You can also enjoy many more traditional dishes or even gourmet food at the various restaurants around the countryThe people are warm, hospitable and hardworking. The Salvadoran people is characterized by the spirit of helping others.

Timetable:Friday:

HourActivityPrices

12:00-1:00 pmArrival-

1:00- 3:00 pmLunch$5.00

3:00-6:00 pmHistorical centerAnd museum$8

6:00- 8:30pmUnpacking-

8:30 9:00 pmDinner and night out$15.00

SaturdayHoursActivityPrices

8:30 -12:00 pm Visit various archaeological sites including transportation and entrance to all sites. $15.00

12:00 2:00 pm Route of flowers, lunch in Juayua$5.00

2:00 pm 3:00pm Rainfall gallery-

6:00pm Returning home -

SundayHoursActivityPrices

8:00 9:00 amBreakfast with the Host$6

10:45- 12:00 amfarewell-

First Day of KITShuttle gas$5

Emergency cell pones$5

Official t-shirt$10

Typical bags$8

Total $28

Contact informationNeo in:Martha SortoEmail:tithasorto@hotmail.comTelephone: 503-74593041

Neo out: Milton Melgarmiltonmelgar2@gmail.comTelephone: 503 7743 2257

UEES Local: Eduardo IbbottEmail: Eduardo.ibbot@gmail.comTelephone: 503 79213837

Matias Local : Samuel LeivaEmail: parvu07_91@hotmail.comTelephone: 503 79889561

Local Unasa Otto UrrutiaEmail: ottohurrutiac@gmail.comTelephone: 503 70356983

Director of social programCarlos ElasCorreo: billyuxtar@gmail.comCelular: 503 - 78993068

SCOPE Exchange: Social ProgramGuatemala-El Salvador

The historical, natural and cultural patrimony of Guatemala can be discover across its territory, its magic and the mystery of the Mayan world, which subsist in cities like Tikal, Yaxh, Aguateca, Quirigua, among others. The faces, the colorful costumes and the friendliness of the people of the highlands is the echo of an impressive colonial past that still can be heard in churches and convents of La Antigua Guatemala and is contact with the exuberant nature, origin and the destination to a unique biodiversity in the world.

Guatemala City: Iberoamerican Capital of Culture 2015

Guatemala City was elected unanimously as "Ibero-American Capital of Culture 2015" for its outstanding cultural development through activity of various kinds such as concerts, theater, exhibitions of painting and sculpture, literary events, music schools, dance, painting and sculpture, programs like "Cultura en tu Barrio" which means "Culture in your Neighborhood" ,Historic Center Festival, among others, including the celebration of 240 anniversary of the transfer of the capital to the Valley of Ermita.12

ANTIGUA GUATEMALA: CULTURAL PATRIMONY OF HUMANITY

Very close to the capital city lies the picturesque and charming city of Antigua Guatemala, the main icon of the colonial Hispanic heritage. It is located in the valley of Panchoy, surrounded by three volcanoes and mountains with coffee plantations. Because of its history and beauty was declared

"Cultural Patrimony of Humanity" by UNESCO in 1979. With its incomparable cobbled streets and ancient buildings, is a scenario in which come to life

splendid cultural and religious traditions. The city breathes romance on every corner, is the ideal escenario to hold weddings and special events. Visitors can choose from beautiful colonial hotels, like "boutique" hotels, and "charming" hotels, with first class facilities for conferences and business meetings, in an inspiring environment.

Stipulated Activities

Friday:

TimeActivityApproximate Cost ($)

12:00 13:00Arrival-

13:00 14:00Lunch$. 5

14:00 15:00Visit to Historical Center and-

Museums$. 8

18:00 20:00Unpacking -

10:00 2:00Dinner and Night Out$. 10

Our SCOPE Social Program Team will gladly receive you, and they will take you to a light lunch where you can choose between typical food in the central market of Guatemala City or fast food at any point, none exceed more than $5 (40 quetzales) and then, you are going to visit Centennial Park at the city center. After, you will join a tour around the historic center choosing between visit different museums, which the cost is between $0.75 - $2.5 (5-20 quetzales) the entry. Museums are very accessible for you, because you can walk across the metropolitan area and visit them.

For more information about museums of the capital, we appreaciate your opinion:

http://www.visitguatemala.com/es/destinos/guatemala-moderna-y-colonial#.VMpmGNKG9MU http://cultura.gt/

http://museosdeguatemala.org/

At night, we will begin with dinner that will depend on tastes of our guests. Then we will visit a popular bar either in Zone 1 Metropolitan, living area or Paseo Cayal, an independent city platform inside the city, safeguarding security and Money accessibility and transport. Alcoholic beverages are not included but you are free to have fun, always care of yourself, then you will be transferred by members of the association to your free accommodation.

Saturday:

TimeActivityCosto Aproximado ($)

8:00 10:00BreakfastGiven by Host

10:00 11:00Transportation to La Antigua-

11:00 13:00Mountain Visit-

14:00 15:30Lunch$. 8

15:30 - 17:00Visit to the Ruins-

17:00 19:00Lodging $. 10-15

20:00 - 2:00Night Out$. 5-25 (Depends on your consumption)

After waking and rest, we depart for Antigua Guatemala, where you can visit the beautiful Cerro de Santo Domingo, and then to lunch at various price points. The food can vary from the most typical to the most current. Then we will visit the intriguing ruins (do not forget to bring some extra cash for all you can buy typical souvenirs). Starting the evening, going out at night and have the most fun experiences of your life. Live the cultural experience as much as you can, both by day and night.

Sunday:

TimeActivApproximate Cost ($)

9:30 10:45Breakfast$. 6

10:45 12:00Departure to Guatemala-

Starting the day with a delicious breakfast at the famous Doa Luisa Xicotencatl, we will leave back to Guatemala to be on time for the departure to El Salvador.

MORE THAN A TRIP, GUATEMALA TEACHES YOU LIFE LESSONS

GUATEMALA HEART OF THE MAYAN WORLDNOTE: Prices may vary from at any moment by the committee of social program, according to seasons and demands. The International Social Program must be requested with the NEO - In 1 month in advance.

Contact Info.

Neo in: Juan Sebastian Toledoe-Mail: neo.out.scope.gt@gmail.comFacebook: Juan Sebastin Toledo

NEO out: Rodrigo Jose Penadose-Mail:rodrigo.penados@gmail.comFacebook: Rodrigo Penados

INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL PROGRAM MANUAL FOR ASOCEM GUATEMALA AND IFMSA- EL SALVADOR'S EXCHANGESFirst Edition 2015 Draft and Edition

IFMSA EL SALVADOR ASOCEM GUATEMALA

MARTHA SORTO JUAN S. TOLEDO NEO IN NEO IN

MILTON MELGARRODRIGO J. PENADOS NEO OUT NEO OUT