A land of incredible diversity and one of the best value destinations
Travel to Argentina may still be one of the great travel secrets. The country has, arguably, the tastiest beef, the sexiest dance, the most immaculately dressed people, some of the cutest penguins, the highest peak and the most cosmopolitan city in South America.
Add to that the gauchos and plains of Patagonia, world-class trout and salmon fishing, glacier skiing in the Andes and the European sophistication of the capital of Argentina, Buenos Aires—and a trip to Argentina provides a destination with immense potential. Stretching more than 2,000 miles from north to south, Argentina is a land of incredible diversity. Dramatic polychrome mountains and dense cloud forest provide a stunning backdrop for the Spanish Colonial cities of the northwest; farther south, Mendoza’s neat patchwork of vineyards is set against the majestic scenery of the snow-covered Andes. Directly west of Buenos Aires, you will encounter breathtaking vistas in the lake country around Bariloche. And at the continent’s tip, awesome glaciers grind their way through the jagged peaks of Patagonia.
Argentina has earned its good fortune. The country went through economic instability and hyperinflation in the 1990s, then de-linked from the U.S. dollar and restructured its finances. Now, visiting Argentina is one of the best values on the planet: first-world infrastructure, food, wine and service with a unique blend of European culture and North American drive. At last, Argentina has joined the world of appealing travel.
Advisor tips for Argentina
Restaurants
Café Tortoni –Buenos Aires
A large old fashioned café – that is located right in the middle of the city – It is famous for its churros (argentine style snack) and coffee. They have traditional Argentine dance the Tango is performed throughout the evening. It is advisable to book in advance as it is extremely popular. – Helana
Las Nazarenes -Buenos Aires
This is a restaurant for meat lovers called an “asador” (a steakhouse). Cooking is on the spit over the fire or “Parilla” BBQ. It has an extensive wine cellar, fantastic service and it is open 11.00am until late at night. So you can have a meal anytime you feel like. - Mary Ann
UNSECO World Heritage sites in Argentina
Los Glaciares
Jesuit Missions of the Guaranis: San Ignacio Mini, Santa Ana, Nuestra Señora de Loreto and Santa Maria Mayor (Argentina), Ruins of Sao Miguel das Missoes (Brazil)*
Iguazu National Park
Cueva de las Manos, Río Pinturas
Península Valdés
Ischigualasto / Talampaya Natural Parks
Jesuit Block and Estancias of Córdoba
Quebrada de Humahuaca
