Tigre

Hola chicos!

Just a quick update on whats been going on.

Taking advantage of the October long weekend (Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity?!) and the beautiful weather, we headed to Tigre. Tigre lies on the Parana Delta which is about 30km north west of BA - a very slow 1 hr bus or train trip. From the town of Tigre, the Delta is a maze of rivers and streams hosting everything from tiny shacks to mansions and more rowing clubs than one could ever imagine.

The Tigre Art Museum

Along the river

We stayed on an island in the delta at a BnB/resort - Amarran Sancho - in a beautiful self-contained wooden bungalow with all meals taken care of. Seriously, they took care of us. Breakfast, 3 course lunch, afternoon tea, and a 3 course dinner every single day, never once did either of us feel hungry. The place itself was incredible, with hectares of protected natural forests and all you could want for a relaxing long weekend. We spent our days having massages, walking in the woods, laying in hammocks by the water, swimming in the pool, sitting in the spa, eating too much, drinking, hanging with the friendly resident dogs, and playing heated games of volleyball, ping pong, Juego de Sapo and Metegol (foosball). All in all it was a great break with some well needed fresh air, sun and nature! It's hard to believe such a paradise exists so close to this crazy city.

Juego de Sapo (Frog Game)

Heading for a walk in the forrest with our very own tour guide

Double shower!

Asado for Sunday lunch 

The weather is starting to warm up now so we're starting to notice more and more tourists, especially in the area around the cemetery. We get so excited every time (okay - only twice so far) that we hear even a hint of the rare Aussie accent. Spring has officially sprung so we've been out and about enjoying the great outdoors. We even revisited the rose gardens (that were very disappointing back in August).

Paseo del Rosedal

Yep - much better than in August 

We are super duper extra excited to have some of Heather's family arriving here in January! But it's hard work trying to plan what to do - Argentina is such a big country! A trip to Iguazu Falls is definitely on the cards, as is a trip to Peru to see Machu Piccu. We're also tossing up whether to head to the coast to cool down and relax or to head south to Patagonia and visit the glaciers, check out the scenery and eat lamb. Again, super exciting to have visitors on the way, we're looking forward to showing them around 'our' city and eating Parilladas, helado and drinking vino.

Mmmmmmmmm Noodles from the new Fukuro Noodle bar in Palermo Hollywood

What else.... life is life here now, we go to work, eat, shop, go out and of course battle the never ending uphill journey to learning the language. As we're getting used to hearing the language it is becoming easier to understand, and as we speak the language more it becomes easier to speak. Heather has no problems listening and understanding, but is very hesitant/shy to speak. Whereas I am the opposite. So we've got ourselves into this weird situation where Heather translates and I respond. What can I say - we're a good team!

In other news, Heather recently (por fin!!) got her Argentine residency. She now has a bank account and will soon receive her DNI. Now she no longer needs to leave the country every three months, (but I still do).

Hope all is well for everyone back home - missing you all lots! We really appreciate those who take the time to read, share and especially comment on our blog.

Chau chicos!