Program Reviews

I did the Internship Programm with Mente for 4 1/2 months. I was only supposed to stay for 3, but liked it so much that I ended up extending :) In the beginning, I had one week of Spanish classes and then started the internship. Before I came to Argentina we had already been in contact and chose the organization where I had my internship together. It was a great experience, I met many new people and really got to practice my Spanish! :) I would highly recommend doing it.
From the beginning, everyone at Mente was super supportive and with any question about anything they were always happy to help. The personal relationship you have with the coordinators right from the beginning and you get to build on really makes this program one of a kind!
They placed me in a shared apartment in Palermo and so I got to meet people and find friends right from the beginning. Every week there was an event where I got to meet even more people and make even more friends - from visits to museums to lunches, tango shows and even a day trip to Colonia, they were always really awesome and a lot of fun! :)
Mente really made my experience in Buenos Aires amazing and helped me settle in very quickly. Through one of my roommates I even met my girlfriend! :D
All in all I am really glad I chose to come to Buenos Aires with Mente :)

I recently had the pleasure of participating in the Mente Argentina program in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I cannot recommend it enough for anyone interested in creating their own adventure in this vibrant and dynamic city and country.

From the moment I arrived, the Mente team went above and beyond to ensure that my experience was exceptional. The program offers a wide range of accommodations, from homestays to apartments, all conveniently located in some of the most popular neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. The accommodations were comfortable, safe, and provided a great opportunity to immerse myself in the local culture.

One of the highlights of the program was the weekly social outings organized by Mente. These outings allowed me to explore different areas of Buenos Aires, learn about the city's history and culture, and connect with other program participants from across the world. It was truly an unforgettable experience, and I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to participate.

Throughout my time in Buenos Aires, the Mente team was always available to answer questions, offer guidance, and ensure that each program participant's needs were met. Whether it was arranging activities, providing information on local events and attractions, or just checking in to see how I was doing, the team was always friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful.

In summary, if you are interested in creating your own adventure in Buenos Aires, I cannot recommend Mente enough. From the excellent accommodations to the social outings and exceptional support from the program team, it truly exceeded my expectations. Thank you, Mente Argentina, for an amazing experience! 😁🥰

I stayed with mente for 5 weeks and loved it. They do a great job helping you get incorporated into the city and are super responsive to whatever issues you may have. I definitely recommend it as a way to feel more confident traveling to new place. While here, I attended a Spanish school and found that there was an advanced group perfect for my level, so I suggest it to people even if you feel like you may already have solid Spanish. I took part in pretty much every weekly activity and had a great time doing so

I stayed in Buenos Aires for a month with Mente to do the Spanish language and tango programs. I learned a lot in both programs, but what I especially appreciated was how organized Mente was. Everything ran so seamlessly with them. The price you pay includes a lot more than just the program you’re in - the ride to and from the airport was included, a weekly meal/activity with Mente, biking and walking tours, tango shows, and a lot of other little things that weren’t even mentioned when I initially booked, which definitely made it even more worth the money that I had originally expected.
When I first arrived, I was met at the apartment right away and they helped me with everything I needed, which made transitioning into life in Buenos Aires so much easier than if I had been on my own. It was so nice to have the Mente community to fall back on as I was getting to know the city, making friends, and learning the language. They’re super responsive and happy to help you with anything you need - I definitely recommend them!

I followed the 2-week intensive wine course and learned a lot! I didn’t know anything about wine and now I really know the basics. I met a lot of cool people during the amazing activities, such as an asado. Milli and Sam are 24/7 there to help you with everything. They also help you to get around and tell you what is most fun to do around BA. There are activities every week. The place you sleep is always on an amazing spot. I got the opportunity to sleep in Palermo, which was amazing! Thank you Mente!

I had the experience of a lifetime in Buenos Aires and Mente Argentina made it happen.
They customized a two week Tango and Cooking immersion program for me that fit my unique needs and I learned more than I could ever have imagined in a very short amount of time.
They were responsive from the very beginning and they paired me with the perfect host mom and made my airport arrival and departure seamless by having transportation prearranged for me.
I could not have asked for a more positive group of people and I think that Mente is a perfect combination of structure and freedom.
I recommend Mente Argentina without reservation to anyone who would like to travel to Argentina alone but feel anchored at the same time.
I am an educator and wanted to do a travel sabbatical while I was off from teaching. Mente Argentina helped create a customized program for me that combined tango and culinary in an intensive format. It was a dream come true and I learned so much. I am grateful to Mente and will always remember my time in Buenos Aires.

Mente Argentina is an incredible organization that has been there for me every step of the way to letting my dream of going to Buenos Aires come true. I always wanted to go to Argentina, and I am so grateful that in my internet search I encountered Mente. Actually from this moment, I felt that going to BA was actually something that I would be able to achieve!!

Mente's staff is truly amazing, they have happily assisted me with everything I needed before during and even after my program's end date in Buenos Aires. 🤗 Their weekly activities were also always lots of fun and it shows that the staff loves their work and carries all their participants in their heart.

In general, my 5 weeks in Buenos Aires have been indescribable, amazing ones that I will never forget - a true dream come true. 🥹

Thank you so much Mente, absolutamente voy a volver!! 🤩

Mente Argentina was an awesome program for my 20 week journey in Buenos Aires. I was living independently with other roommates in Recoleta, but always felt secure and comfortable with the help from Mente and the planned cultural activities we experienced. From La Bomba to the Palacio Barolo to the Microteatro, we were immersed in Argentine culture while bonding with others students from the program. We created a great community with each other and local while definitely making an unforgettable experience in BA, thanks to Mente.

Mente Argentina made for a wonderful month abroad. The whole team is super organized and helpful with anything that I needed. I highly recommend the Spanish add-on and the Tango course! Of course, all of the weekly extra activities kept me busy. I did a short program and If I had the chance to return I would take more options with Mente Argentina. My favorite moments we the happy hours we spent together and watching "La Bomba de Tiempo" and "Fuerza Bruta."

Highly recommend working through this program!

Mente Argentina was the highlight of my summer this year! The organization was so helpful with everything from housing to money conversion to event/activity scheduling, and especially a shout out to Samantha Tigner who helped to make our stay as memorable and wonderful as it was. Another great thing that Mente provided was hooking us up with outside classes and preplanned events, I ended up taking cooking classes and I loved them. I can definitely see myself returning to Buenos Aires, and if I do I will definitely use Mente Argentina.