I joined the cabin boy squad, and it was a real adventure! We learn seamanship, study the structure of ships, practice being a real team—it's all incredibly interesting and completely different from a typical school day.

Artek is a place where abilities I never even knew I had are revealed. I've started speaking confidently in front of an audience, participating in competitions, and coming up with ideas. Everyone is important here, and you feel it from the very first day.

Even though we're not right by the sea, the spirit of seafaring romance is always with us—in songs, in lesson topics, in the mood of the squad.

After Artek, I'm leaving with new dreams, true friends, and a feeling that only the best is ahead."