Sunday and Monday were dedicated to traveling to Buenos Aires (left) and enjoying the life that surrounds it. We visited a crazy-awesome Gaucho ranch were we viewed Argentina's cowboys demonstrate how well they control herds of livestock, and their dancing/tango talent! After an amazing beef-filled meal, we loaded the buses and continued on our journey. Monday morning we went to the Livestock/Cattle Auction where thousands of head of cattle are sold daily. After watching a few auctions we ventured to the city where we took a panoramic tour of Buenos Aires, Argentina's capital and home to over one-third of their Argentine population. The shopping, cathedrals, and unique architecture really set this city apart! The evening was high lighted with a standing ovation at the "TANGO", a globally recognized tango dinner show embellished with wonderful food, and outstanding dance moves!
We had a special treat lined up for us on Tuesday morning! 70 FFA jackets (right), 3 chaperones, and two tour buses entered the gates of the US Embassy where we met with the Foreign Agricultural Services staff. These individuals have an amazing job, and were truely inspirational to each person that was on the trip. After a few questions, snapshots, and a tour of the mansion, we boarded a plane to Puerto Iguazu, the subtropical rainforest at convergence of Paraguay, Brazil, and Argentina for an adventure I won't soon forget.
Our hotel was nestled privately in the cover of the trees, complete with every blooming tropical flower imaginable (right), and interesting colored creatures of every shape and size. This was going to be a part of the trip that would be forever engraved in so many minds. Wednesday we ventured to the outdoors in our sneakers and baseball caps. We jumped on board a small train that took about 170 people into the forest for a four m
ile hike. At the end of the hike was an impressive view of the Devil's Throat(left) , a breathtaking view of Argentina's Falls. After many photos ops, the group of 70 split into smaller group for a boat ride under the rapids, to the waterfalls! The feeling of the water and the intensity of the falls was beyond words, and absolutely incredible. The day ended on a great note when we took a hum-vee back to the main area, where we viewed toucans, and parakeets or all colors of the rainbow!
ile hike. At the end of the hike was an impressive view of the Devil's Throat(left) , a breathtaking view of Argentina's Falls. After many photos ops, the group of 70 split into smaller group for a boat ride under the rapids, to the waterfalls! The feeling of the water and the intensity of the falls was beyond words, and absolutely incredible. The day ended on a great note when we took a hum-vee back to the main area, where we viewed toucans, and parakeets or all colors of the rainbow!
As the trip came to a close, more than ever, I appreciated the blessings that we have here in America. This trip was an amazing opporunity that won't soon be forgotten. If you would like to see more pictures of my Argentina travels, go to my Facebook page and check them out!
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