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Cafayate’s Vine and Wine Museum in Salta


There are places which, as if magically selected, possess unique natural features. Places whose landscape dazzles and captivates visitors at every turn. Places which, guided by man’s hands, unleash the earth’s bounty. One of these places is Cafayate in the southern part of Argentina’s Salta province, … Continue reading

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Round the Clock Adventures in the Tigre of Buenos Aires


Tigre is a township which has become a classic daytrip for both tourists and locals.  Seductive to those choosing to leave the city without going too far, Tigre is located just 19 miles (30 km) north of Buenos Aires.  Tigre … Continue reading

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Original Ideas for Souvenir Shopping


Why settle for the same tacky made-in-China souvenir junk when you can take home something unique and original?  We consulted with three Art Directors who have searched and scouted all over Buenos Aires to find original decorations and trinkets.  These are their … Continue reading

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Vintage Clothe Stores in Buenos Aires


The best vintage clothes stores.  For those who love clothes with history.  For those who appreciate the workmanship of yesteryear.  For those who are tired of mass produced clone attire.  For you, the best vintage clothes stores in Buenos Aires: 1. Juan Pérez … Continue reading

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Buenos Aires Daytrips: Colonia del Sacramento


Colonia del Sacramento, or simply Colonia, is a quaint little town in Uruguay across the Rio de la Plata from Buenos Aires.  Colonia was founded by the Portuguese in the 17th century as their military and commercial outpost on the Rio … Continue reading

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Argentina Safety Tips for Tourists


Argentina is a country of endless natural beauty, delicious food, excellent wines, and warm welcoming people, but it is also a developing country with all the associated growing pains.  Even though Buenos Aires is deservedly called the Paris of South America, rapid urbanization … Continue reading

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Jujuy Tourism Companies Recognized for Best Practices


In early June 2011, the Argentine Minister of Tourism recognized 30 companies in the tourism industry who exceeded the standards of the Best Practice Program during the initial implementation of the Argentine Tourism Quality System.  Three of the tourism companies … Continue reading

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My Favorite Pizzeria in Buenos Aires


When we first walked into Pizzeria Guerrin in Buenos Aires we thought it was a small fast food joint since the counters were stacked high with delivery boxes and several people were eating standing up at the bar.  I was … Continue reading

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Medical Tourism in Argentina: La Posada del Qenti


Medical tourism is growing by leaps and bounds in Argentina.  Health spas such as Posada del Qenti in Cordoba’s Punilla Valley, where Maradona has been rumored to go for rehabilitation, are rebranding themselves as medical spas.  After an extensive redesign and upgrade, Posada del … Continue reading

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Chilean Volcano Ash Grounds Flights in Argentina


Ash from a volcanic eruption in Chile grounded flights in neighboring Argentina, officials said Tuesday. Flights were cancelled at the Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires, an official there said. Airports in several other cities are also affected, according to … Continue reading

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