Argentina was isolated from other Spanish speaking countries in its early history. This resulted in there being some vocabulary that is unique to the country (that even native Spanish speakers …
Those who come to Argentina to learn the language will find that its interpretation of the Spanish language is every bit as unique as the country itself. Visitors quickly discover …
Argentina has several different currency exchange rates, which can be confusing for visitors. If you’re wondering what the ‘Blue Dollar’ is and why it even exists, read this post and …
Cash is still king in current-day Argentina. Thankfully, now credit and debit cards get a more favorable rate than they once did. Until 2022, using credit or debit cards to …
Firstly, and this goes without saying, if you don’t look like an obvious tourist, you are less likely to be targeted. Sometimes you need to take a quick peek at your Lonely Planet in public, but at least try to avoid the Hawaiian shirt, socks and sandals ensemble.
Argentina is a bit of an outlier when it comes to crime, on a continent often painted with a broad brush regarding safety concerns. Along with neighboring Uruguay and Chile, …
They say that Argentines are Italians who happen to speak Spanish. With several waves of immigrants arriving from the boot-shaped nation since Argentina won independence from Spain, it seems every …