The aptly named, Alvear Palace Hotel is a five-star hotel and Buenos Aires institution that exudes the tradition and luxury of Argentina’s golden era a century ago. The Alvear debuted in 1932, after ten years of construction. It features a grand entrance with impeccable doormen, red carpets to welcome guests, marble floors and opulent Louis […]
Mar de Ajó Hotels & Travel Information
Getting to Mar de Ajo –By bus from Buenos Aires: Mar de Ajó is a five hour bus ride from Buenos Aires and several major bus companies have multiple trips per day. -Chevallier Retiro Station Tel: 4000-5255 -Condor Estrella Retiro Station Tel: 4313-1700 –By Car from Buenos Aires: Take 9 de Julio south until reaching […]
Accommodation in Cafayate
There are plenty attractive places to stay overnight in Cafayate, with a range of prices to accommodate all budgets. On the weekends and during festivals it is recommended to reserve a hotel or hostel, as Cafayate is typically filled with tourists Friday through Sunday. In a pinch there are friendly locals who rent out rooms […]
Accommodation in Cachi
Not too many visitors spend much time in Cachi but there is a nice range of accommodation here and it can be very quiet and peaceful place to stay overnight. Budget Camping Municipal No address, ask locals for directions -A good spot a top a hill with plots for camping for about 20 pesos. One […]
The Obelisk: Yesterday and Today
Buenos Aires’ most famous monument, El Obelisco (The Obelisk) extends out from the city’s midriff like a giant pencil – standing proudly erect as the unofficial center, symbol and rallying point of this sprawling metropolis. Since its construction in 1936, it has suffered its fair share of figurative ups and downs, yet has remained a […]