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Introduction
Whether you're an archaeology buff, an outdoor adventurer, or a partyer in search of a good time, South America presents so many diverse travel options that it'll make your head spin. We'll help you plan a memorable trip, starting with our hi... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Grilled meat in Argentina: Widely considered the best parrilla (grill restaurant) in Buenos Aires, Cabaña las Lilas (tel. 011/4313-1336) is always packed. The menu pays homage to Argentine beef cuts, which come exclusively from the restaurant... Continue reading »
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Best hotel bets
Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires (tel. 011/4808-2100): Decorated in Empire- and Louis XV-style furnishings, this is the most exclusive hotel in Buenos Aires. Luxurious guest rooms and suites have chandelier lighting, feather beds, silk drape... Continue reading »
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The best festivals and celebrations
Carnaval, Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay: The week before the start of Lent, Mardi Gras is celebrated in many towns in Argentina, although to a much lesser extent than in neighboring Brazil. In addition to Rio's incredible party, Salvador put... Continue reading »
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The best historic sites
Manzana de las Luces, Buenos Aires: The Manzana de las Luces (Block of Lights) served as the intellectual center of the city in the 17th and 18th centuries. This land was granted in 1616 to the Jesuits, who built San Ignacio -- the city's old... Continue reading »
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The best markets
San Telmo antiques market, Buenos Aires: The Sunday market is as much a cultural event as a commercial event, as old-time tango and milonga dancers take to the streets with other performers. Here you will glimpse Buenos Aires much as it was a... Continue reading »
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The best museums
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Buenos Aires: This museum contains the world's largest collection of Argentine sculptures and paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries. It also houses European art dating from the pre-Renaissance period to th... Continue reading »
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The best small towns and villages
San MartÃn de los Andes, Argentina: City planners in San MartÃn had the smart sense to do what Bariloche never thought of: limit building height to two stories and mandate continuity in the town's Alpine architecture. The result? Bariloche is... Continue reading »
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The most unforgettable travel experiences
Visiting Iguazú (Iguaçu) Falls: One of the world's most spectacular sights, Iguazú boasts more than 275 waterfalls fed by the Iguazú River, which can (and should) be visited from both the Argentine and the Brazilian (where it is spelled Iguaç... Continue reading »
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The best outdoor adventures
Discovering Iguazú Falls by raft: This is a place where birds like the great dusky swift and brilliant morpho butterfly spread color through the thick forest canopy. You can easily arrange an outing into the forest once you arrive in Iguazú.... Continue reading »
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The best websites
http://lanic.utexas.edu: The University of Texas Latin American Studies Department's database features an extensive list of useful links for every country in South America. www.southamericadaily.com: This is a good daily news site, with go... Continue reading »
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The best of sensuous south america
Your trip will not be complete until you indulge in at least one of the following uniquely South American experiences: Get high in Bolivia: With the world's highest capital city, highest commercial airport, and highest navigable lake, Boli... Continue reading »
