Mira Rehwald - How my vacation turned into an unforgettable summer!
In this interview, Mira, a 20-year-old from Germany, shares her journey with Samarcanda. From growing up vacationing in Croatia to unexpectedly joining the team after a spontaneous performance, she reflects on the experiences that shaped her.
Can you tell us a little about yourself?
– Hello! My name is Mira, I’m 20 years old, and I’m from Hamburg, Germany.
Funny story about how I started working for Samarcanda! Since I was 13, I’ve been vacationing in Croatia—always in the same place, at the same campsite. I basically grew up with the place and the animation team. Over time, I learned all the dances and routines they performed because I was friends with the animators back then.
Fast forward to 2023—I was on vacation there with my best friend. One night, we went to watch the Descendants musical they put on for the guests. At the end of the show, they played two of the club songs, and my best friend and I jumped on stage and danced along at the front. The boss saw us and asked our team leader, Marta, who we were. She recognized us from previous years, so she came up to us and asked if we wanted to work there. Just like that, our vacation ended, and we started working!
Then in 2024, I came back to work again because summer 2023 was absolutely perfect.
What were your first thoughts when you arrived in Samarcanda?
– I already knew everything, I enjoyed it, and it was so much fun meeting all the people I would be working with.
What was the most memorable moment of your time here?
– Probably after the musicals, when the audience is applauding—you know you did a great job, and everyone is excited to spend time together afterward.
Also, just sitting outside the mobile home, surrounded by everyone, simply enjoying the moment and having fun together.
How do you think this experience has shaped or changed you?
– I became more confident and learned how to speak on stage and entertain everyone. I also realized that I actually enjoy dancing and working with kids, even though I didn’t know I like it as much before.
What is one object, photo, or memory that perfectly captures your time in Samarcanda?
– This photo on the left. :)
If you could relive one day in Samarcanda, which would it be and why?
– I can’t decide—every day feels both similar and unique at the same time, and it really depends on my mood. But I’d say any day with sunshine and happy people around me is the perfect day to relive over and over again.
How do you plan to keep the spirit of Samarcanda alive in your life?
– I just love entertaining people, and I often think back to the amazing times I had with Samarcanda.
What’s your go-to song for boosting your mood here?
Oh, probably Ljubi Jako by Nikolija—I have no idea what they’re saying, but the song gives me such summer vibes and puts me in a great mood! Also, Good Days by SZA.
