The Casa Rosada isn’t the White House, it’s the Pink House, and the presidential palace in Buenos Aires. It is oftentimes associated with Evita, who made many speeches from one of the palace’s front balconies. The palace now houses a museum that has presidential memorabilia on display. The Casa Rosada is located in the Civic Center of Buenos Aires, along with a whole host of government buildings, businesses and restaurants.
The nearby Plaza Mayo is also considered to be one of the main attractions in the city, and sometimes hosts large outdoor events such as concerts. The National Congress is located here, as are the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cabildo, the City Read more
Buenos Aires’ high fashion neighborhood is Palmero, hands down. This chic area is divided into the Viejo (old) district, the Chico (small) district and the Hollywood and Soho district and is teeming with the trendiest restaurants, cafes, bars and boutiques in all of Buenos Aires.
The shopping in Palmero is some of the best in all of Argentina, and highlights the best Argentine designers. The Hollywood and Soho districts are the fashion and design center of the neighborhood, while the other two districts are more residential.
The best way to find your way around Palmero is by using the special little neighborhood maps they sell on practically every corner. (Usually a map of Buenos Aires doesn’t give Read more
With a great majority of flights into Argentina landing in Buenos Aires, it is more than likely that you will spend some time in this fantastically European capital city. There is a lot to see and do in Buenos Aires, and the Argentina Gringo wants to make sure you don’t miss the highlights.
The neighborhood of La Boca, on the southern side of the city, is a great place to explore. It is full of colorful buildings and houses, as well as many excellent tango clubs and taverns/restaurants. One of the best soccer clubs in the world is based here, La Boca Juniors. If you happen to be in town while they are playing try to Read more
While the beginning is always a very good place to start, so is the end, more specifically the end of the world, or fin del mundo as it is called in the city of Ushuaia, in the Argentine province of Tierra del Fuego. The city sits in a harbor, surrounded by mountains, and although it is not too large, it is always alive with activity.
The town has quite a lot to offer in the way of touristy activities; there are many museums, shops, and restaurants. You can even take little cruises around Cape Horn, or trek across glaciers that are home to penguin colonies.
Just outside the city is the Tierra del Fuego National Read more
There is far more to Argentine cuisine than the steak, although that is one of this Gringo’s personal favorites. Nowadays the Argentine cuisine has been heavily influenced by the country’s European roots, and many dishes mimic those of Italy, Spain, France and England. As one of the major food producers in the world, Argentina is full of variety when it comes to dishing it out.
The most common dishes include red meat, pastas and white bread, due to the country’s mass production of wheat and meat, as well as beans, corn, milk and soybeans. The most popular meat dish is generally considered to be milanesas, in which beef, chicken or veal is combined with beaten eggs and seasoned Read more
As far as health risks go, Argentina is a fairly safe country for visitors. That doesn’t mean, however, that it is free from all disease, or that visitors shouldn’t take advance precautions. It is always a good idea to buy at least a basic travel insurance plan to help in the event of sickness. Before traveling you can look to the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers, which provides up to date information on current health risks around the world, as well as assists in finding English speaking doctors in foreign countries.
Some of the things to watch out for while in Argentina include the obvious, such as sunburn or sunstroke, food and waterborne illness Read more
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When trying to decide how to handle your money while traveling through Argentina, there are several routes you can go, the two most popular being using ATM machines and changing US dollars and Euros. The length of your trip, and the amount of traveling you will be doing, will determine the best way for you to handle your finances.
For those who decide to go the ATM/cash machine route, keep in mind that the bank will charge additional service fees. ATM machines are easy to find throughout the country, but don’t wait until the last minute to withdraw your cash; you may end up in a town with no working ATMs. Credit card companies such as Cirrus, MasterCard, Read more
Planning on staying less than 90 days as a tourist in Argentina? Go ahead and grab your passport, that is all you will need if you are coming from over 20 countries including the United States, the European Union, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and South Africa. Different visas are given depending on whether you are in transit, doing business, or visiting as a tourist, so make sure you get the right one. If you are traveling for business you must contact the Argentinian consulate in advance.
If you want to extend your visa beyond the 90 days, you just may be able to add an extra 180 days, depending on your nationality. Present your passport to Direccion Nacional Read more
Welcome to the Argentina division of the Gringo Report! Being an avid traveler and a certified Gringo, I have dedicated this site to helping other Latino-challenged people navigate through the glorious country of Argentina. Whether you are planning on visiting, investing in, or expating in Argentina, you will find a variety of information regarding everything from where to get the best Argentine steaks to how to get past all the red tape when it comes to residing or investing.
From the gauchos out in the country, to the Tango dancers in Buenos Aires, and the countless businesses popping up in the growing metropolises, Argentina is a country on the move! So sit back, and Read more
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