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Introduction
The distance from Argentina's northern tip to Tierra del Fuego spans 3,650km (2,263 miles). And the scope of experiences you can find here is no less grand, ranging from the cosmopolitan bustle of Buenos Aires to the tropical jungles and poun... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Experiencing Tango in Buenos Aires: Milongas, or tango salons, take place every night of the week throughout the Argentine capital; the most famous are in the San Telmo neighborhood. Most visitors will be content just to watch as dancers of a... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Caba?a las Lilas, Buenos Aires (tel. 11/4313-1336): Widely considered the best parrilla in Buenos Aires, Caba?a las Lilas is always packed. The beef comes exclusively from the restaurant's private estancia, and the steaks are outstanding. The... Continue reading »
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Best hotel bets
The Faena Hotel & Universe: Fashionistas flock to this Philippe Starck-designed hotel, in the Puerto Madero district, to see and be seen. The lobby has lots of bars, and the pool is in the front of the hotel, so players making the rounds here... Continue reading »
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The most charming small towns
Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay: Just a short ferry trip from Buenos Aires, Colonia is Uruguay's best example of colonial life. The Old Neighborhood contains brilliant examples of colonial wealth and many of Uruguay's oldest structures. Datin... Continue reading »
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The best outdoor adventures
Best Park Walks: The Palermo Park system, in Buenos Aires, is one of the world's most beautiful, running along Avenida Libertador. You could spend more than a day here, wandering this tree- and monument-lined part of the city, and still not s... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
A little advance planning can make the difference between a good trip and a great trip. What do you need to know before you depart? When should you go? What's the best way to get there? How much should you plan to spend? What safety or health... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
American Express -- Offices are located in Buenos Aires, Bariloche, Salta, San MartÃn, and Ushuaia. In Buenos Aires, the Amex office is at Arenales 707 (tel. 11/4130-3135). Business Hours -- Banks are open weekdays from 10am to 3pm. Shoppi... Continue reading »
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Visitor information
In the U.S. -- The Argentina Government Tourist Office has offices at 12 W. 56th St., New York, NY 10019 (tel. 212/603-0443; fax 212/315-5545), and 2655 Le Jeune Rd., Penthouse Suite F, Coral Gables, FL 33134 (tel. 305/442-1366; fax 305/441-7... Continue reading »
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When to go
The seasons in Argentina are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Buenos Aires is ideal in fall (Mar-May) and spring (Sept-Nov), when temperatures are mild. The beaches and resort towns are packed with vacationing Argentines in su... Continue reading »
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Getting there
By Plane Argentina's main international airport is Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE; tel. 11/4480-9538), located 42km (26 miles) to the west of Buenos Aires. Allot at least 45 minutes to an hour for travel between the airport and the city, m... Continue reading »
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Escorted & package tours
These days, so many people plan their trips via websites and e-mail that it's easy to forget that a computer can never replace the knowledge of a good travel agent. Recommended U.S.-Based Operators The following U.S.-based tour companies... Continue reading »
Abra Pampa Travel Experiences
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I survived a flood
The town of Humahuaca is located is a gorgeous canyon. The surrounding mountains are rich in minerals and they give the hills amazing str... Continue reading »
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En La Quiaca
Fueron experiencias muy fuertes las que vivà en esta ciudad, cuando llegué me và inmerso en la toma del Ayuntamiento, la ciu... Continue reading »
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Purmamarca, Tilcara, Humahuaca
The second day of our trip to Salta we took a tour even farther north to the province of Jujuy. The mountain views were just beautiful,... Continue reading »
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Abra Pampa
Aunque volverÃa dos semanas más tarde la primera vez que visité Abra Pampa fue a los pocos dÃas de llegar. Allà estarÃamos d... Continue reading »
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Cursillos de formación en Yavi
En Yavi exitÃa una casa de formación donde los agentes de evagelización recibÃan distintos cursillos. VenÃan de toda la Prel... Continue reading »
