Five days amidst majestic mountains and crystal-clear waters at the iconic Llao Llao Hotel, where Patagonian nature, learning, and adventure converged with the essence of EO LAC Bridge: community, connection, and shared growth.
From Llao Llao to Circuito Chico: here's how we experienced each day of our year-end event in Patagonia.
The event kicked off with a welcome cocktail and dinner in Salón Llao Llao A. Surrounded by the mountains and the waters of Nahuel Huapi, participants reconnected at one of Patagonia's most iconic hotels to mark the grand year-end closing with LAC Bridge.
The core of the event was its learning program. The Traditional Forum brought members together for a day of honest peer-to-peer conversations, and the Mashup Forum included members of Bridge Alliance. The Learning Event featured two prominent figures: Juan Martitegui, a leading voice in digital marketing and artificial intelligence applied to business, and Helga Yasci, president of Essen's board of directors, who shared her insights on transformative leadership.
The SLP’s had a full day in Bariloche: a tour of the Circuito Chico, lunch and an art tour at Hotel El Casco, and a chocolate workshop to get an up-close look at one of the city's great icons. Nature, art, and flavor all in one day.
As night fell, a 4x4 journey took us from the base of Cerro López through the forest to a cozy mountain lodge. A night hike revealed nature's secrets under the stars, and the experience concluded with a Patagonian dinner of bruschetta and fondue by the warmth of the bonfires.
Aboard the historic Modesta Victoria, we sailed from Puerto Pañuelo across the waters of Lake Nahuel Huapi. The journey offered unique panoramic views of Patagonia and took us to the magical Victoria Island and the enchanting Arrayanes Forest, on an excursion that combined history, scenery, and serenity.
Heading into the heart of the Patagonian steppe, amidst vast horizons and endless skies, we enjoyed a peaceful float down the Limay River, surrounded by nature, with the snow-capped mountains in the background. A morning of calm and perspective on the water.
The day on the steppe culminated with an unforgettable Patagonian asado and a demonstration of the most Argentine ritual, mate. Amidst music and dance, folklore brought the soul of Patagonia to the table, treating us to an afternoon of pure tradition.
The closing was picture-perfect. At Cervecería Patagonia, nestled in Circuito Chico with stunning views of Lake Moreno, we arrived at sunset for the closing remarks, dinner, and music. Surrounded by native forests and mountains, we bid farewell to the event in style.
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