Hello Parents, Families, and Friends!
Just a quick note to say, after 3 buses and 2 planes, we’ve arrived safely in the city of Salta in northern Argentina.
When our overnight flight arrived this morning in Buenos Aires, the group spent some time at our home base in the capital city—Hostel Friulete, named for an expert tango step. Students had a chance to shower, enjoy some fruit and medialunas (croissants), and get some much needed rest.
From there, we took advantage of our day long layover, and spent some time walking and taking in the sights of Buenos Aires. We visited the Casa Rosada, the Argentine equivalent of the White House, strolled through the historic Plaza de Mayo, and crossed the iconic Puente de la Mujer (Bridge of the Woman).
We enjoyed lunch in a restaurant called La Bolsa which is said to have one of the best parillas in Buenos Aires. Students chose from a range of Argentine specialties—grilled meats and vegetables, pastas and delicious desserts.
We boarded our second plane of the day this evening and in two hours found ourselves in the colonial city of Salta. We took a quick bus ride back to our hostel and, before a much deserved sleep, enjoyed some traditional empanadas. Some say Salta has the best in Argentina!
The group is looking forward to a full day of rafting and a canopy tour tomorrow. We look forward to writing again soon!
Saludos,
Brenna and Zach
