Argentina Holidays, Flights & Travel Guide
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Argentina Holidays
and Travel Overview
Argentina is a country of immense
beauty and proportions. Its geographic diversity spans the most
breathtaking terrain from Antarctica, through the wild,
glacier-filled mountains of Patagonia and massive open plains of La
Pampas to the deserts and tropical jungles in the north.
The country can be enjoyed for its natural wonders alone,
but no visit here could be called complete without stepping into
its soul, its capital city. The elegant Buenos Aires is home to 40
percent of the population, and is a buzzing metropolis with a rich,
passionate and tortured history that is integral to its character.
It is Europe and South America contained in one geographical
location, with elements of the unknown around each corner. It is
familiar and strange at the same time, but at its very core,
wonderfully welcoming. Along the elegant avenues
of the fashionable districts, sophisticated diners observe
passers-by while they sip strong coffee or enjoy smooth cervezas.
There is a constant smell of meat grilling from every corner and
sidewalk that reveals the Argentine passion for 'asado'. Neither
glamour nor passion is in short supply in this cosmopolitan hub
where porteneros are equally versed in football, politics and
fashion. There are disparities between the rich
and poor, with many people living in near slum conditions in the
outskirts of Buenos Aires. Since 1992 the economy has teetered near
collapse due to corruption and government mismanagement, prompting
regular and sometimes violent demonstrations. However it is
business-as-usual as far as tourism is concerned; in fact, the
resultant devaluation of the peso has made the country much more
affordable for travellers. With so much to see
and experience in this exceptional country, most visitors find they
need to return for a second
rendezvous.
Tourist Offices - National Secretariat of Tourism, Buenos
Aires: +54 (0)11 4312 2232 or www.turismo.gov.ar
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Entry Requirements
for Argentina Holidays & Argentina Travel
It is recommended that all visitors have
sufficient funds (at least US$50 per day), as well as onward or
return tickets and documents required for next
destination.
- For Australians -
Australians require a valid passport, but no visa for
stays of up to three months, providing the visit is for touristic
purposes only.
- New Zealand nationals require a valid passport, but no
visa for stays of up to three months, providing the visit is for
tourist purposes only.
- US nationals require a valid passport for travel to
Argentina, but no visa is required for stays of up to three months,
providing the visit is for touristic purposes only.
- US nationals require a valid passport for travel to
Argentina, but no visa is required for stays of up to three months,
providing the visit is for touristic purposes only.
- UK nationals require a valid passport, but no visa is
required for a stay of up to three months for British Citizens and
British Overseas Citizens, provided the stay is for tourist
purposes. A visa is not required for a stay of up to one month for
British Nationals (Overseas). All other British passport holders
require a visa.
Currency of Argentina
The Argentinean Peso (ARS) is divided into 100
centavos. The recent devaluation of the Peso has made Argentina
more affordable for travellers but there is still much economic
uncertainty and travellers are advised to keep an eye on the
exchange rate. Currency can be exchanged at banks and
cambios (bureaux de change) but it is easier to
use ATMs, available in most towns, which reflect the current
exchange rate. Credit and debit cards are generally accepted, and
US Dollars and Euros are generally taken everywhere. Cirrus cards
sometimes aren't accepted. There can be problems using travellers
cheques in rural areas, although most banks in major cities should
accept them. It's best to take travellers cheques in US Dollars to
avoid additional exchange rate charges.
Argentina
Telephone Access Codes and Communications
The international access code for
Argentina is +54. The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant
country code (e.g. 0044 for the United Kingdom). The area code for
Buenos Aires is (0)11. Calls are usually made from public call
centres, but there are also public telephones that take coins or
phone cards, although one usually pays more than the unit value of
the card. Mobile phones are increasingly popular; the area code
must always be used when phoning a mobile in Argentina. Internet
cafes are widely available in Buenos Aires and other popular
tourist destinations. Many hotels also offer Internet
access.
Argentina
Duty Free Allowances & Restrictions
Travellers to Argentina over the age of 18
years can bring in the following items to the value of US$300
without incurring customs duty: 2 litres of alcohol, 400 cigarettes
or 50 cigars, and 5 kg of food items. Restrictions apply to fresh
foodstuffs such as meat and dairy products. Prohibited items
include explosives, inflammable items, narcotics and pornographic
material. Firearms and ammunition for sporting purposes are allowed
if accompanied by a license/certificate.
Argentina
Holidays - Tipping Information
A 10% tip is expected at restaurants. Porters
expect 50 to 75 cents US per bag.
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