Random Walks - Spain (Canary Islands)

Overview

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Itinerary Description

From the sun-kissed beaches of Tenerife to the vibrant streets of Sevilla and the medieval charm of Toledo, Spain offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, culture, and history. Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, is a year-round paradise with stunning volcanic landscapes, golden beaches, and a vibrant culinary scene. In Sevilla, the heart of Andalusia, flamenco dancing, Moorish architecture, and lively tapas bars bring Spain’s rich heritage to life, with landmarks like the Seville Cathedral and Alcázar offering unforgettable experiences. Toledo, perched above the Tagus River, is a beautifully preserved medieval city that showcases Spain’s Christian, Muslim, and Jewish heritage through its cobbled streets and architectural gems like the Toledo Cathedral. Together, these destinations offer a diverse and immersive journey through Spain’s past and present.

Preliminary Itinerary*

Dates: Sunday 8/31 - Sunday 9/7/2025

View the Spain 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

Amina Matin

E-mail: amina.matin@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Houston, TX

Undergrad College: Rice University

Undergrad Major: Economics and Cognitive Sciences

Work Experience: Investment Management & PM Start-up

Booth Clubs: MCG, BTG, Audiobooth, CWiB, Ski & Snowboard

2024 Random Walk (if any): Albania

Hobbies: Running, playing drums, cooking, Bravo, telling the same stories 100 times

Fun Facts: I can sleep with my eyes open, I used to compete in Bhangra dance competitions

Coni Bayelle

E-mail: cbayelle@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Osorno, Chile

Undergrad College: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

Undergrad Major: Industrial Engineering

Work Experience: Retail Finance

Booth Clubs: CMG, CWiB, LATAM, Giving Something Back

2024 Random Walk (if any): Albania

Hobbies: Reading on my kindle, Taylor Swift, ballet, baking, listening to Amina tell the same stories 100 times

Fun Facts: Daddy Yankee borrowed my car, my knees cannot touch

Eduardo Cerón

E-mail: eceron@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Bogotá, Colombia

Undergrad College: Universidad de los Andes

Undergrad Major: Civil and Industrial Engineering

Work Experience: Real Estate Development

Booth Clubs: Real Estate, BOLD and Family Business

2024 Random Walk (if any): New Zealand

Hobbies: Kite Surfing, cooking for friends and family , slackline, trekking and drinking guaro with good company

Fun Facts: I have visited 41 countries and all 7 continents

Nicolás Lira

E-mail: nliraise@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Santiago, Chile

Undergrad College: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

Undergrad Major: Economy

Work Experience: Strategy Consulting, Meat Shop Founder

Booth Clubs: Entrepreneur/VC, LATAM, Ski & Snowboard

2024 Random Walk (if any): Cyprus

Hobbies: Savory cooking (speciality in meats and grilling), club dancing, trying craft beer, exploring restaurants, all mountain skiing, scuba diving, vinyl records, running

Fun Facts: I brew my own beer :), got PADI certified as jr. open water when I was 12 years old, I competed in the Chilean national spicy tournament