Monthly Archives: December 2012

Norwegians at Puesto Viejo

Posted on December 30, 2012 by noruegaenargentina

Yesterday we had four Norwegians and a Swede at the Estancia! Two for Polo Day and three for Dia de Campo, or a Day in the Countryside. Very cool! They were such a nice family and I was delighted that … Continue reading →

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Holidays in the South

Posted on December 26, 2012 by noruegaenargentina

I have spent several Christmases in hot climates before – Panama, Mexico,  California – but this was my first time spending the holidays in the Southern Hemisphere and it was very nice so far! I spent Christmas with Swedish Argentinian … Continue reading →

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Horse Photography

Posted on December 18, 2012 by noruegaenargentina
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Campo

Posted on December 15, 2012 by noruegaenargentina

In Argentina, the word “campo” is used to refer both to the countryside and to an estancia or ranch, as in “I work in a campo” or “I am going to the campo.” However, it is also used as an … Continue reading →

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Breakfast Time

Posted on December 14, 2012 by noruegaenargentina

The breakfast table looks inviting!

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Abierto Argentino de Polo

Posted on December 11, 2012 by noruegaenargentina

I went to the famous Argentine Open, often just referred to as “Palermo” or “the Open/el abierto”, and it was quite the experience! Once again La Dolfina and Ellerstina were to meet in a final. It was every bit as … Continue reading →

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Sleeping with flowers

Posted on December 7, 2012 by noruegaenargentina
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Polo Photos

Posted on December 5, 2012 by noruegaenargentina

I have realized that taking photos of polo is really difficult! First of all, the game is very, very fast. Secondly, the field is so big: “The playing field is 300 yards (274 metres) long by 160 yards (146 metres) … Continue reading →

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A Dog’s Life

Posted on December 3, 2012 by noruegaenargentina

As I mentioned, the dogs are a big part of this place! And they are just so happy! Maxi, the dog from the story in the last post, runs around with a smile on his face all day, and Negrito … Continue reading →

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Snapshot without camera

Posted on December 1, 2012 by noruegaenargentina

I so wish I had a photo of this! Some guests were arriving in the madrugada after a canceled flight, and I just welcomed them to the hotel. I basically slept until they got here and as soon as security … Continue reading →

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