Argentina Overview

September 26th, 2008 | Argentina - Travel Tips | No Comments »

Argentina is an amazing country, and one that you could easily spend years exploring. Buenos Aires alone is a little overwhelming when trying to decide on a plan of action. As wonderful as BA is, don’t forget about the rest of Argentina.

Pampas is the eastern region of Argentina, which covers vast amounts of plains and accounts for the agricultural wealth of the country. It is also the land of the Gauchos and includes the province of Buenos Aires and the southern parts of Córdoba and the Santa Fe.

On the other side of the country separating Argentina from Chile we have the impressive Andes Mountain Range, and at the base of the Andes Read more

Cruises in Mar del Plata

September 23rd, 2008 | Argentina - Adults Only, Argentina - Nightlife | No Comments »

Exploring Mar del Plata can be done in a number of ways, but one of the most attractive is from the Atlantic Ocean, particularly at night when the lights of the city are reflected in the sea, and the black ocean spanning out in the distance causes the horizon to blend in with the stars.

Cruises Anamora tour company is the only company authorized by the Argentine Navy to hold such tours. They offer a comfy cruise for 307 people on a three level boat. The top floor is a solarium with seating and a tropical bar, the middle level offers tables and chairs, on the lower deck you will find an open bar and dance floor. Read more

Eating Out in Mar del Plata

September 17th, 2008 | Argentina - Places to Eat | No Comments »

In Mar del Plata and looking to try something other than the fancy restaurants at the hotel where you are staying? Why not go where the locals go: Parilla Garay. Said to be one of the best parillas in town, this restaurant serves up a mean asado.

From a distance, or even up close, it may not look like much, but the food speaks for itself, as does the crowd. On weekends and during lunch it may be difficult to get a table, as the place is not built to handle large crowds. The food is worth the wait.

Parilla Garay is a casual establishment located on Santiago del Estero 2801 in Mar del Plata. There are Read more

Luxury Accommodations in Mar del Plata

September 10th, 2008 | Argentina - Places to Stay | No Comments »

Enjoy living in the lap of luxury? Check out the Hotel Costa Galana situated in the ritziest part of Mar del Plata, en from of the Playa Grande bay. The Hotel Costa Galana is the first and only 5 star hotel by the South American Certified rating system.

The Hotel has double rooms, double luxury rooms, junior suites, a honeymoon suite, a governor’s suite and a presidential suite. All of the rooms are elegantly furnished and comfortable. The Hotel also offers three different restaurants, and six halls that are perfect for business meetings. The Hotel has its own spa, pool and gym. The nearby Mar del Plata Golf Club offers the best in South American golfing. Read more

Mar del Plata – Buenos Aires Coastal Gem

September 8th, 2008 | Argentina - Must See or Do, Argentina - Places to Stay, Argentina - Travel Tips | No Comments »

About 350 miles (400 km) south of Buenos Aires on the Atlantic Coast of Argentina, you will find the city of Mar Del Plata, the most important seaside resort in Argentina and a very popular vacation destination locals and foreigners alike.

Mar Del Plata, which when translated means “The Silver Sea,” is a great mix of tranquil beach life and hopping night life, making it the perfect combination for most vacationers. There is always something going on in the water, from swimming, to diving, fishing, paragliding, windsurfing, and more. When the sun goes down the many clubs, pubs, and casinos open their doors for a night of action.

In the surrounding area you can find some Read more

Bike Tours in Buenos Aires

September 2nd, 2008 | Argentina - Family Friendly | No Comments »

Exploring Buenos Aires? There are a number of ways to go about tackling the city; you can do it on foot with a map, in a taxi with a driver, or better yet… on a bike!

La Bicicleta Naranja (The Orange Bicycle) offers bike tours and bike rentals for those who want to explore the city in a different way. The tours come complete with bilingual and trilingual guides.

There are several itinerary options, each about 3-4 hours long. The rides are designed for a broad audience, and are not overly strenuous.

La Bicicleta Naranja also offers rentals for those who prefer to pedal through Buenos Aires solo.

Rental: $30 per day (rental only) Read more

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