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santiago - beunos aires

Posted by scott_johnston

... , but was put off by the weather as it was deep winter when I was there, which is why I stayed mid to north Argentina. That made me notice your other questions about temperature and hostel heating that I missed before. The seasons are reversed in South ...

santiago - beunos aires

Posted by scott_johnston

Hi Scott, Firstly, the bus journey from Santiago to Mendoza, Argentina, is BEAUTIFUL!! (So don't fall asleep, and do it in the daytime so you can see it) I loved Mendoza, and if you like red wine, this is the region where about 80% of ...

santiago - beunos aires

Posted by kathryn77

Hi Scott, Firstly, the bus journey from Santiago to Mendoza, Argentina, is BEAUTIFUL!! (So don't fall asleep, and do it in the daytime so you can see it) I loved Mendoza, and if you like red wine, this is the region where about 80% of ...

Jobs in Argentina?

Posted by kur4m4

... should always try google first. I say this to everyone, google is your friend So here's a few website I found regarding Visa requirements: And here's another couple about teaching english in Argentina/BA: Hope this helps!

Young Argentinians immigrant to Italy for a better life

Posted by chanute

... of Italians outside of Europe - about 50% of the population in each country. Many of the Italian immigrants to Argentina were from Piedmonte(Torino), Veneto(Venice), Lombardia(Milano), and later from Campania(Naples) and Calabria as well as other parts ...

Argentina in winter (August)

Posted by mmbcross

Consider winter in Argentina similar to winter in Europe, or at least from Buenos Aires south. As you get further south, so the weather gets colder. BA in the winter is like London, cold and wet, though it never snows. Bariloche in the Andes is ski season. ...

NorthWest Argentina

Posted by ninok25

Posted on Feb 16, 2012, 04:23:17

... you lived here and didn't see all that it has to offer. And so without further ado, here are 8 places in Argentina you absolutely must visit. Iguazú Falls Perito Moreno Glacier El Chaltén Mendoza Province Bariloche Quebrada de Humahuaca and finally do ...

Mendoza to Patagonia - Puerto Moreno travel question

Posted by nat_maygam

... it is easier specially if you're in a tight schedule, to use the Aerolineas Argentinas, to fly from place to place within Argentina. All the major turistic places have airport. Just in case it is cheaper to buy the airline tickets when you're in ...

Mendoza to Patagonia - Puerto Moreno travel question

Posted by patrick-wa

... If you don't have your air tickets yet one other option is flying into BA and out of Santiago (avoiding that trip across Argentina) taking the bus from Mendoza to Santiago over the Andes. (and it's easier getting out to the airport in Santiago that ...

Mendoza to Patagonia - Puerto Moreno travel question

Posted by mmbcross

Hello E & J, Yes indeed you can do all of this in two weeks, but bear in mind that Argentina is a huge country, through definately easier to travel than Peru. Forget trains. Regrettably they are a thing of the past. The saddest thing is to see ...

santiago - beunos aires

Posted by kathryn77

... , but was put off by the weather as it was deep winter when I was there, which is why I stayed mid to north Argentina. That made me notice your other questions about temperature and hostel heating that I missed before. The seasons are reversed in South ...

Argentina Planning - November 2009

Posted by kathryn77

... are amazingly colourful, so it's definitely a place for the daytime (and I think it's dodgy at night anyway) Mendoza is amazing - the wine is cheaper than water! Yep, that's the wine capital of Argentina - maybe plan for more days there

Longterm Travelling/Working in Buenos Aires

Posted by mmbcross

I think you will be pretty hard pressed to get a work visa unless you have a contact in Argentina. You can usually get teaching jobs if you have previous experience. Better still if you are TEFL certified. Don't expect to be hired at a living wage if ...

One week Honeymoon in Argentina

Posted by semi-backpacker

... . It's a nice 3-hr ferry ride from Buenos Aires. I would also recommend, if possible, taking a quick flight to south Argentina. I went in the winter and there are some really cheap deals. Go to Calafate and visit the Perito Moreno Glacier. You will not ...

Horse riding

Posted by mmbcross

If you are looking for horseback riding, you just can't go wrong in Argentina. For true equestrian delight, stick to the Pampas in Argentina, which run pretty much from north to south through the centre of the country. Mendoza is in the Andean ...

Argentina for a month- can't wait!!!!

Posted by mmbcross

... the best way to do this is to fly from B.A. to Ushuaia and then come back up Patagonia by bus. Bus services are excellent in Argentina, but it's a big country so expect some long rides. Try to find overnight sleeper buses so you can save your days for ...

Argentina for a month- can't wait!!!!

Posted by halelya

... the best way to do this is to fly from B.A. to Ushuaia and then come back up Patagonia by bus. Bus services are excellent in Argentina, but it's a big country so expect some long rides. Try to find overnight sleeper buses so you can save your days for ...

10 Day Itinerary

Posted by mmbcross

... del Paine. Patagonia is a trip in itself, and can be quite rugged. Anyway, it's in Chile, and somewhat complicated to get there from Argentina. Read my blog about our trip. If you need more info please contact me via this blog. Cheers Martin

Places to Visit in Argentina?

Posted by culturacercana

Hi! To help you let me know hoy many weeks are you staying, which months and your way of travelling. Argentina has many places with different options. Hey guys what are some great cities/places to visit in Argentina?? I am planning a trip ...

Mendoza to Patagonia - Puerto Moreno travel question

Posted by saidademadryn

Hello, My husband and I want to visit Argentina next xmas, and were wondering how we could do Buenos Aires, Mendoza and Patagonia in 2 weeks. The flights seem expensive with Lan, are there any you would suggest? Is it best to leave from Buenos Aires ...

buying pesos in U.S. before going there

Posted by aopaq

... beforehand. More than likely the exchange rate you will get in the US will also be quite poor. If you are flying into Argentina, I am sure you will find exchange facilities at the airport. I would also just bring a debit and/or credit card that will ...

6 week trip to Argentina/Chile

Posted by kathryn77

... ;s suggestions for you...? E.g. if you like fine wine, Mendoza Argentina, is the place to go. If you want to see traditional Argentina, Salta and further north are key; for big city culture, there's Buenos Aires the capital. Then Chile spans such a ...

Argentina Planning - November 2009

Posted by junosakai

... Boca area as well, I'll have to check out what's in Mendoza, I believe that's the wine country of Argentina no? Thank you for the recommendations - Kathryn. If anything else comes to mind, please feel free to add anymore suggestions. You ...

Going to Bs As, Mendoza, & Iguazu - best way to travel?

Posted by kathryn77

... do you have for your trip? That might help with the bus or plane advice. I travelled everywhere by bus, and the buses in Argentina are great. You also get different types of seats, the most expensive recline right back like a bed. From BA it's ...

Argentina Planning - November 2009

Posted by junosakai

Hey Guys, Like Mandany, we are also traveling to Buenos Argentina at the end of October/beginning of November as well. I have a few questions and it seems like you guys might have some good recommendations. We plan on going to Iguazu as well, but I ...

Argentina Money tips

Posted by starlagurl

Some businesses are handing out coupons in lieu of change, since there is a shortage of coinage in Argentina:

One week Honeymoon in Argentina

Posted by wildbill12

... -in (my passport), at no time was it ever mentioned that the fare did not apply for me. It may be different in Argentina. I think it is different for Argentina. The LAN website itself states specifically that you must be a resident to get these prices ...

But if Americans cross by BUS into Chile,do they still have to pay the 130usd entry?

Posted by big_red_truck

Yea, that fee is more of a myth than a fact. ive left and entered argentina a number of times since it was announced (by plane, bus and boat!) and have never paid anything. For once the argentine government's laziness actually helps us out ...

Does Lan Airlines charge double for Americans?

Posted by mmbcross

... , so I contacted a Peruvian travel agent who purchased the ticket for me locally. Even with the travel agent fee it was still a substancial saving. I would imagine that it is the same for Argentina, though fares in Argentina are much higher than Peru.

One week Honeymoon in Argentina

Posted by wildbill12

My fiancee and I are thinking about going to Argentina for our honeymoon in mid-July. Unfortunately we can only get 10 days (2 of which will be used for travel to and from, so really 8 days). What would you experts recommend as an itinerary for this ...

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