IUSI accommodates a diverse array of families, from large "his/hers/ours" groups to single parents who want to take a child along. We can arrange schooling, Spanish lessons and more. And we definitely can arrange to place families with families! That's the best way to get to know the culture, whether in Mexico or in Costa Rica. Call us, describe your needs and let's discuss options available to you.

And here are some interesting links:

General Information and Tips
• Travel for Kids
• Family Travel Tips
• Travel with Kids
• Traveling with Children
• Twelve Tips for the Traveling Vegan Family
• Trouble Free Travel With Children (book)

Immunizations, Health and Safety
• Tips for Child Safety
• MD Travel Health
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website has the following which should definitely be consulted:
• Overall Immunization Schedule for Children The U.S. routine schedule for childhood immunizations. This schedule may need to be adjusted if a child is traveling (see documents below).
• Vaccination Recommendations for Travelers Under 2 Years Old
• NOTE: Children Under 2 Years Of Age May Need To Receive Additional Diphtheria Booster Prior To International Travel
• Vaccination Recommendations for Travelers Over 2 Years Old
• Pregnancy, Breast-Feeding, and Travel Information ranging from air travel to vaccinations. Includes a checklist and a travel    health kit for pregnant travelers. 
• Food and Water Precautions and Travelers' Diarrhea Prevention How to protect yourself and your child by taking proper food    and water precautions.

Mexico
• Mexico with Kids
• Mexico for Kids
• Notarized Permissions

Costa Rica
• Costa Rica: Family Vacations

Latin America
• Planeta.com's Kids Page