Travel to Argentina 💃
Palermo Hippodrome: Horse Racing & Glamour of a Bygone Era
The hippodrome of Buenos Aires is a place for horse racing, events and dining, set on spectacular, Victorian Era grounds in the trendy Palermo neighborhood.
The Plaza de Mayo: Argentina’s Most Famous Square
The Plaza de Mayo is as fundamental to Argentine political history as La Boca and homesick immigrants are to tango. The square is a political hub, financial and administrative center…
Idiosyncrasies of the Buenos Aires Subway Lines: Which Line is Right for You?
The six principal lines of the Buenos Aires subway each have a unique vibe, much like the 38 neighborhoods of the city. From the A to the H — every…
Calchaquies Valleys Tour Roadtrip: Salta Scenery Off the Beaten Path
The Calchaquies Valley is captivating and there’s no better way to explore this area than to embark on the ‘La Vuelta de los Valles’ driving tour.
Renting a car allows you the freedom to set your own pace as you journey from Salta to Cafayate, and onward to the charming town of Cachi.
Along the way are remarkable rock formations and the charming culture of Salta’s amidst its picturesque landscapes.
Harrods Buenos Aires: From 20th Century Decadence to 21st Century Decline
In 1914, Britain’s most prestigious department store, Harrods, decided to open an overseas branch in Argentina. The beautiful Edwardian style building occupies the entire block between the pedestrian thoroughfare, Florida…
Biking Buenos Aires: The Best Way to Explore the City
Biking is an excellent way to see Buenos Aires. It’s is a flat, pretty city, so peddle power is a fast and easy way to get around town
Food + Drink ☕
The Allure of the Traditional Buenos Aires Cafe
To get a feel for the soul of Buenos Aires, it’s necessary to sample a variety of Buenos Aires cafe-eateries for a taste of Porteño life. The café-bar restaurants you…
Empanadas: Argentina’s Favorite Fast Food
Empanadas are Argentina’s favorite fast food. These hand-sized pastry parcels are sold almost everywhere across the country and eaten by almost everybody, save the most loyal dieters. Empanadas are chowed…
Argentine Spanish 🇦🇷
Where to Learn Spanish in Buenos Aires
Argentina is a great place to study Spanish. It’s a vast, beautiful country packed with culture, and the local twist on Spanish, Castellano makes it even cooler. While most Argentines…
Lunfardo: The Dirty Slang of Buenos Aires
Lunfardo is a jargon of about 5,000 words that emerged among the lower classes in Buenos Aires in the second half of the 19th century. The slang first grew out…
Destinations 🌴
Luján, Argentina’s Sacred City on the Pampas
Luján, in the pampas of Buenos Aires is one of the oldest cities in Argentina. Only 70 km from Buenos Aires, Luján is an easy day trip that provides a…
La Cumbrecita: An Enchanting, Car-Free ‘German’ Village in Córdoba
La Cumbrecita is a pedestrian-only town in central Argentina with Alpine architecture surrounded by beautiful coniferous forest. The German-founded pueblo with no paved roads is situated in the the Sierras…
Tandil: A Peaceful Pampa Getaway
Tandil is a serene destination nestled on the northern edge of the Tandil sierras. Only five hours from Buenos Aires, it makes for a nice weekend trip from the city. …
Bariloche: Ultimate Guide to ‘Argentina’s Switzerland’
Bariloche, nestled along the shore of Lake Nahuel Huapi and surrounded by snow-capped peaks serves as the gateway to the playland of Patagonia. The Rio Negro province’s largest city offers…
Iguazu Falls 🏞
The Wanda Mines: Amethyst Treasures of Misiones
Wanda Mines, in the misted shadow of the largest waterfall of South America, Iguazú, is a peculiar side attraction worth a visit for those interested in gemstones, geology, or jewelry….
Getting to Iguazu Falls
Most people traveling to Iguazu Falls stop off in Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo before heading to the falls, either by bus or air. Travelers who don’t…
Iguaçu Falls, Panoramic Views, Activities & Boat Tours
Iguaçu Falls, Brazil is right across the water (and the border) from Argentina. Spelled Iguassu or Iguaçu in Portuguese, Brazil’s national park is also a World Heritage site and is…
Iguazú Falls: Where to Stay?
Visitors to Iguazu Falls are spoiled for choice when it comes to finding a good hotel or hostel. Because Iguazu Falls is shared between Argentina and Brazil, the first choice…