High School Summer Abroad Blog

Hola! I’m Lali Solis! I'm 15 years old from Salinas, California and this summer I have the incredible opportunity to study abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Here's a glimpse into... keep reading

Taught by a local chef who has his own empanada store, students got to practice making empanadas from scratch. We made humita (maíz/corn), carne al cuchillo (a type of beef)... keep reading

Our visit to Estancia La Mimosa, an Argentine ranch just a couple of hours outside of Buenos Aires, was a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation. Nestled in the... keep reading

This past week has been a whirlwind of excitement and nostalgia for our group of students here in Buenos Aires. As our time together draws to a close, we've made... keep reading

Embarking on a journey filled with language, culture, and endless discoveries, our recent escapade to Argentina's enchanting landscapes has left us in awe and wonder. As we ventured from Buenos... keep reading

Tango, Art, and Cultural Exploration This week, we delved deep into the rich tapestry of Argentine culture. From mastering the art of Tango to uncovering the wonders of the Xul... keep reading

Hello from Buenos Aires! Our group of students from the United States has been having an incredible time immersing ourselves in the language and culture of Argentina. Wednesday, we had... keep reading

This weekend, we experienced the rich culture and traditions of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Our first stop was Estancia la Mimosa, a picturesque ranch that is home to the iconic gaucho... keep reading

This week in Buenos Aires, Argentina, we had the incredible opportunity to see and experience some of the city's most fascinating sites. One of the highlights of our trip was... keep reading

One of the most important aspects of our program is sharing time with Argentinian families. What a great way to share experiences in the target language while building important relationships... keep reading

The excitement grew in the airport as students arrived from all over the country to meet each other. We only had a few hours to meet before departure, but students... keep reading

Pizza is a favorite food of our students and one of our afternoon cultural activities was to learn how to make pizza. This was not just an ordinary pizza. This... keep reading

Our weekend in Iguazú was packed with excursions ranging from long treks through the waterfalls and local animal sightings. On Monday, before heading back to CIEE campus, we took a... keep reading

It is almost impossible to find the right words to describe the beauty of Parque Nacional Iguazú. These waterfalls in the middle of the jungle are breathtaking! It does not... keep reading

We had to take a long bus ride to the Belgrano neighborhood to come see ChinaTown in Argentina. It is the center core of the Chinese community in Argentina. It... keep reading