Arcos: Programs for Teens in Argentina

So far I’ve been on two Arcos excursions, Costa Rica and Argentina, and I’m happy to say that I loved both of them. Arcos, being smaller, tends to be very community oriented, and everyone in the company is very involved with people in the community that you stay in. My favorite part about Arcos is their flexibility, they cater to people with various needs and are more than happy to go the extra mile if you ask. My homestay was wonderful both years, and the activities we did really left me feeling like I took a piece of the place home with me. I love the variety that they offer by letting high school students explore in their free time while still offering support to those that are less travel savvy. They explained the subway system in Buenos Aires wonderfully, and I never had any trouble with feeling unsafe because we were educated on the first day of the program on how to navigate and what to do. Overall, I recommend Arcos to anyone that loves traveling and true immersion in a culture.

It was fun because we got to be on our own a lot and it wasn't controlling. I liked all the meat we got to eat as well as the ranch that we went to. It was also fun because there were different age groups.

I went to Argentina with Arcos high school program. It was super fun. I’ve done other travel programs before, and in my opinion, Arcos is the best one I’ve done. They were very organized. We were never late to activities, and everything was planned out very well. Our tour guide, Beatrice was very helpful and kind as well. The program was a good mix of doing tours and going out on your own which I appreciated. The program is a little expensive but for all the things you do it’s definitely worth it. The school we went to, Academia Buenos Aires, was also very nice, the interior was beautiful, and the classes helped a lot! I would love to travel with Arcos again.

I loved this trip because it taught me so much, so much about the Argentine culture and food, and also about myself and what I can achieve when I step beyond my comfort zone. My host mom was amazing and she cooked the most amazing food. I also liked the flexibility I was given, and I was able to explore Buenos Aires with my friends after our activity for the day. Our tour guide was really nice and could answer any question you asked her. I would 100% recommend this program to my friends and family!

This was my second Arcos Abroad trip, I went to Oaxaca, Mexico last year and it was also awesome. The Arcos team does an excellent job of creating interesting and fun programming. I loved my host mom, Muchie, and the Spanish classes were real-world learning. We went into the community and learned how to communicate with real people in real situations. Kevin, our in-country support person, was knowledgeable about the city and gave us lots of advice. He kept in contact with our parents and sent them picture along the way.

ARCOS overall is very ontop of communication and preparing you for the trip. They are quick to respond and they are extremely helpful.

The program itself was awesome. I loved the city of Buenos Aires and all the excursions we got to do and I loved being able to improve my Spanish. The Spanish classes aren't like your typical high school class, so you don't fall asleep and you really learn a lot in the time you are there.

The food is amazing, the activities, and the independence was my favorite part. I met a lot of great people a few I am still in contact with.

Kevin specifically the program director was the absolute best. He was funny, kept us safe, and my favorite person I have ever met. He was always available and helped whenever he could. Kevin definitely improved the trip in a million ways. Overall it was an amazing trip and I would definitely do a trip with ARCOS again.

I am still beyond amazed what a gem this program was. The cost for the duration of my month in Argentina (which included housing, six days a week of meals, most transportation, cultural excursions, academy classes, etc.) was extremely affordable for its value. Before I decided to travel with Arcos for my July abroad I shopped around at other programs. I am so happy I chose Arcos. Not only was it one of the lowest costing programs I found, but the people who run it truly want the best for you and your experience. The staff of Arcos was quick to answer any questions or concerns I had and my program director made the time there memorable. I was so blessed as this program introduced me to friends I know can last for a lifetime and people I will never forget. 10/10 recommend

Excellent program, many sightseeing and great host mom! This is my second year doing this program and I want to go to Spain for my third year.
My parents will also send my other 3 brothers as well. The activities were awesome and the food was good too. I had a great host mom in Buenos Aires, last year I was not happy with the host mom in Costa Rica.
I started at 14 years old with the overseas program and I definitely recommend it. I wish they have a muticities program and combine 2 countries in one trip.