Tango Night with the Locals

We had such an enjoyable evening! We were complete beginners but learnt the basics and even felt we could try out the steps on the dance floor later. 😀

Wow, wow, wow—what an incredible experience! Dancing with the locals is an absolute must-do. From start to finish, the communication for this activity was flawless, keeping us informed right up until our hotel pickup. Our guide and host for the evening, the wonderful Melina, greeted us with warmth and enthusiasm. She drove us to a hidden gem of a club in San Telmo—the kind of place you’d never know existed or might assume was only for locals. As we arrived, it quickly became clear that Melina was somewhat of a celebrity in the dance scene, with people in the queue lighting up as they recognized her. Thanks to her, we were introduced to others as if we were longtime friends, making us feel instantly welcome. The night kicked off with a group dance class. I initially wondered if it would be awkward, but the lesson was perfect for beginners—even for someone like me with two left feet! Before I knew it, I was a