Random Walks - Brazil Couples

Overview

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Itinerary Description

Discover the vibrant energy of Rio de Janeiro on this unforgettable five-night tour. Marvel at iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, and savor the flavors of Brazil at an authentic BBQ dinner. Dive into local culture with a Brazilian football experience, including a visit to the famed Maracanã Stadium and a live match. Explore the lush Tijuca National Park on a jeep tour surrounded by waterfalls and wildlife. Round out your adventure with a historic city tour paired with a mouthwatering food tour.

Preliminary Itinerary*

Dates: Thursday 8/28 - Thursday 9/4/2025

View the Brazil Couples itinerary via WorldStrides.

*Activities and hotel selections subject to change.

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KEY DATES

February 7
Random Walks Fair

February 11

Online registration for all Admits

February 14
All trip registrations suspended

May 5
Waitlist registration begins

May 19
Trip notifications

June 3
Final payment due

June 9
Waitlist placements begin

June 30
Waitlist registration deadline

August 28-Sept 2
Trips depart

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Trip Leaders

Sarena Ho

E-mail: sarena.ho@gmail.com

Hometown: Sudbury, MA

Undergrad College: Emory University

Undergrad Major: Anthropology & Biology

Work Experience: Health policy analyst @ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Booth Clubs: Partners Club, BOLD, Book Club 2024

Random Walk (if any):  Costa Rica Couples

Hobbies: Running, rooting for the Celtics, trivia, reading, & cooking!

Fun Facts: I am ambidextrous, I played basketball in college, & I want to run the Boston Marathon one day!

Will Schirmer

E-mail: willschirmer79@gmail.com

Hometown: Southern Pines, NC

Undergrad College: Washington and Lee University

Undergrad Major: Math and Economics

Work Experience: Fintech startup

Booth Clubs: Soccer, Games, Management Consulting Group, BOLD

2024 Random Walk (if any):  Costa Rica Couples

Hobbies: Pickleball, cooking, hiking, soccer

Fun Facts: I was born in Montana, I have 2 cats, and I like to get my hair cut when I travel.

Maddie Carroll

E-mail: mjcarroll43@gmail.com

Hometown: Madison (NJ)

Undergrad College: Lafayette College

Undergrad Major: Chemical Engineering

Work Experience: Engineering LDP @ Air Products Booth Clubs: Partners Club, Book Club

2024 Random Walk (if any):  Costa Rica Couples

Hobbies: Cooking, reading, planning trips, pickleball

Fun Facts: I was born on Leap Day and my first job was at an Italian cooking school.

Andrew Frucht

E-mail: afrucht@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Madison (WI)

Undergrad College: Lafayette College

Undergrad Major: Chemical Engineering

Work Experience: Healthcare Strategy Consulting

Booth Clubs: Healthcare Group, Management Consulting Group, Ski Club, Partners Club, LEAD Facil

2024 Random Walk (if any):  Costa Rica Couples

Hobbies: Skiing, cooking, playing board games watching F1

Fun Facts: I am Wisconsin’s third best grocery bagger, one of my life goals is to be an extra in a movie, and I am a dual citizen with Ireland!