Argentina is a famous land known for its capital Buenos Aires, Lionel Messi (and football) and the grand mountain range called the Andes. It is an expansive land popular with tourists of all kinds. It is great for an adventurous backpacking tour or a relaxing luxury holiday.There are many things which will keep the traveler interested such as the café culture of Buenos Aires, the Iguazu Waterfalls and the Perito Moreno glacier.This travel guide will help you make the most of Argentina.
Accommodation Costs: There are many hotels you can choose from. And depending on where you stay, the price can be affordable. Remember 1 US dollar is equal to 9.24 Argentinian Pesos. The price starts between at 75-90 ARS and in the more posh areas such as Patagonia and Mendoza can climb to around 400 ARS per night. One popular (and economical) way to stay is with a local family – the minimum payment is done for a week and includes 3 meals a day. Websites such as Home Stay Web and Craigslist will give you plenty of information on this particular option.
Food: This commodity is not cheap – this might be unexpected to the tourist but with inflation always on the rise, food prices reach sky high prices. And as a result it is difficult finding good food without having to spend a decent amount of money. 'Cheap' places will cost 80-90 ARS. If you crave a fine style meal such as a steak complimented with good wine be prepared to pay around 320 ARS. Cooking your own food is cheaper and will cost 370 ARS weekly. Beer is valued at 36 ARS, 14 ARS gives you water and coffee is 30 ARS.
Transportation: The best way to get around is by bus as both the long and short distance bus network is well established. Long distance buses have Wi-FI, food and drinks. If you want to travel between the 3 largest cities of Buenos Aires, Rosario and Cordoba, the rail connects them all. A service entitled 'Train to the Clouds' provides an extremely scenic route which begins in Salta and then passes through the Anes. At 1695 ARS, this day long ride is totally worth the cost.
Activities: They generally cost more than in other countries in South America. A three to four day tour in Patagonia can cost around 3660 ARS and a Mendoza wine day tour 1500 ARS.