A list of websites (in English and Spanish) that will help you have an excellent time in Buenos Aires and Patagonia!
Including activities, eating, transport, sights, accomodation and more..!

www.minihostels.com
www.bsas4u.com
livinginpatagonia.com
www.malba.org.ar
www.guiaoleo.com.ar
www.subte.com.ar
buenosairesnightguide.com/contactus.aspx
www.bue.gov.ar

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Tigre is an area just under an hour away from Buenos Aires and makes a peaceful break from the capital. We went by train, which is very cheap and takes a scenic route, but nonetheless frequent and punctual.

We spent a day on an organised tour, including a boat ride down the deltas, lunch and the choice of two activities; I did the horse trek and the mountain biking and both were unforgettable.

The scenery is remote and impressive, the birds and wildlife is fascinating and our bilingual tour guide made it all the more worth while! It really was a memorable day, which made for an excellent, accessible day trip from the city.

Tigre

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There are more football stadiums in Buenos Aires than any other city in the world, and you have a choice of watching twelve of Argentina's major football clubs.

With Argentinian league fixtures spread out over the Friday, Saturday and Sunday, you have the opportunity of not only attending 2 to 3 football matches over a typical weekend, but with staggered kick -off times between 5-9pm, it is possible to attend two football matches in one day!

You can also check to see if any of the twelve clubs are playing any Copa Libertadores fixtures (South American Champions League) between Tuesday to Thursday.

For more details check out:
www.budgetairlinefootball.co.uk/266382/index.html

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Football supporters all over the world know about Diego Maradona's story with the national team and his club exploits with Barcelona, Napoli and Sevilla. But what about Maradona's early years in Buenos Aires? Want to visit the area of Buenos Aires, where young Diego honed his amazing football skills?. Which football clubs did Maradona play for, before his move to Europe?. Well these questions and more can be answered by booking a place on the "Maradona Footstep Tour". Organized by a Dutch expatriate resident in Buenos Aires, whose passion for Maradona is only matched with his support for PSV Eindoven. The tour will take you to the different landmarks of Maradona's life in Buenos Aires. For The Maradona Footstep Tour, you will get transport to these different locations and an english speaking (with dutch accent!) guide and tickets for museum/stadium tours to Argentinos Juniors and Boca Juniors.

For more details and lots of photos see:

www.budgetairlinefootball.co.uk/266382/278882.html

For details of going on the tour, contact Casa 34 (casa34.wordpress.com) by email at: info@casa34.com.

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Last weekend I had visitors to Buenos Aires and we went for an evening of tango in "La Boca", Buenos Aires. The setting and atmosphere were perfect. Boca is a traditional, folkloric area of Buenos Aires, full of colourful houses and cobbled streets...

The tango was equally as impressive. It began with a comic take on immigrant life in the 30's and progressed to fulfil the more glamorous, elegant expectations we have of tango, accompanied by a fantastic orchestra!

We ate nearby, in a small restaurant decorated with antiques and Argentine memorabilia; all in all it was a thoroughly fascinating evening, which I will never forget! A MUST for every Buenos Aires visitor…

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Check out this explosive drum ensemble from Buenos Aires. Famous for their unique conducting style, Bomba de Tiempo events often turn into spontaneous percussion-driven raves ...

www.earthoria.com/video-la-bomba-de-tiempo-buenos-aires.html

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At only US$12 a day for accommodation, free yoga classes and 3 delicious vegetarian meals a day, the Eco Yoga Park outside Buenos Aires in Argentina is a beautiful place to unwind, learn yoga and practice meditation.

www.ecoyogapark.blogspot.com/

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Maat is a private dining club in the district of Belgrano in Buenos Aires. You normally need to be a member to eat here but they will accept tourists. Please book ahead and expect a formal dining room and incredible service. The six-course tasting menu is great value. Expect upwards of $100 for two.

Sucre 2168, Belgrano. Buenos Aires
tel 48961818
www.maatclubprivado.com.ar

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A new concept om hostelling.
Low fare, design and cozy environment.

Paraguay 5570 (1425) Buenos Aires, Argentina.
kapakehostel.blogspot.com/

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Walking tours of street art in Buenos Aires. I was looking for a modern cultural tour and found graffitimundo. We visited walls, galleries and artists studios, which we couldn't have found ourselves. It was a fantastic way to meet artists and learn more about street art in Argentina.

www.graffitimundo.com

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Buenos Aires is a big, beautiful city overflowing with great opportunities and activities for all kinds of travellers. Full of history, art, tango, football and the best night life in the world, Buenos Aires attracts tourists from all over the globe. But like any international city, there are certain measures that you must take in ensuring that you will have the safest, most enjoyable trip possible.

Protect your personal belongings at any popular tourist destinations, where pickpockets often take advantage of distracting landmarks to relieve travellers of their wallets, passports and cameras. This also holds true in crowded subways and buses. Only hold you camera in your hands when you are using it; stash it back in your bag or pocket in between photos as to not attract attention. Be careful with purses and backpacks while sitting at cafes or restaurants. These are prime spots for quick robberies, and try to tie your bags to the tables or chairs whenever possible.

At night, limit the amount of cash you carry and always know exactly where you are going. Know which areas to avoid after sundown, such as La Boca, and try sticking with a larger group instead of walking the streets alone. Only use cabs labelled as “Radio Taxis,” as these are known to be safer than independent drivers. If there are ever any problems, contact the Tourist Police Station at 4346-5748. And don’t forget that while safety is important, you still need to have fun. So if keep your head up and use common sense, you should be in for the best vacation of your life!

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Because it is the craziest football game of the year- the two biggest rivals in BA square off for bragging rights- every fan is angry and intense- afterwards is always a good party with whichever team wins!

la bombonera

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Enjoy a pleasant day trip in tranquil Tigre. Much of Tigre comprises forested islands immersed in the river delta. You can explore these islands on “Lanchas Colectivas,” which are water buses more or less, except that you get to choose your destination dock.

Also get in some jetskiing, birdwatching or sport fishing in the various rivers of Tigre.

Catch the train to Tigre from Retiro Station. A quick 45-minute train ride.

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You may not believe it, but there are some great golf courses tucked away all over Buenos Aires. Take a day off for some fresh air and to play in the sand for a while. Packages include instruction, equipment, caddies, lunch and greens fees. Click here for more info:www.bsas4u.com/sports-activities-bsas-golf-bsas-c-28_31.html
Now keep your eye on the ball!

www.BsAs4u.com
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info@bsas4u.com

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Here are some travel tips for Buenos Aires.

•Always carry an ID (could be drivers license). It will be required if you want to pay with your credit card.

•Keep your coins if you are traveling on the urban bus. The city has a coins crisis and as the bus tickets are paid only with coins, results in a titanic work to find small change.

•Be careful of false bank notes, especially those with high denominations. However if you get them from an ATM there is no reason to worry.

•It's supposed to be more secure to take those cabs with the word Radio Taxi written in because they are affiliated to some taxi company and not independent drivers.

•When there is a strong rain in the city, some subway stations and stretches get blocked generating a big chaos. Try to avoid it especially in peak hours (9:00 or 18:00 to 20:00).

•Paying taxis or small amounts in kiosks with ARS$100 bank notes could be almost an insult. Try to carry small change to pay the closest you can to the total amount.

•Be careful when crossing streets. Stop signals doesn't exist in the entire city and drivers practically ignore people and never stop to let you pass.

•In some areas and neighborhoods some small businesses close during the siesta time from 14:00 until 16:00

•Restaurants usually charge between $2 and $5 ARS each person for table service.

•Kiosks don't sell any alcohol beverage after 22:00

•Some stores and places don't receive credit card payments, or add at least 10% more to the final price if paying with it. Try to ask first before you consume.

•Tipping is not an obligation, but it is usual to leave between 10% and 12%.

•Weekends are the best days to sightsee in Buenos Aires as most of the tourist places, parks and central avenues are full of craft markets, street concerts and other cultural expressions.

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When coming to Buenos Aires, an original Tango show is a "must do" plan. The entire city breathes the sensuality of this traditional rhythm that along with nostalgic lyrics and explosive movements has entertained locals and tourists for almost 50 years.
There are a lot of tanguerias in Buenos Aires and almost everywhere you'll choose to see it on San Telmo or La Boca streets or in a tango show places you'll enjoy it for sure.

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Buenos Aires is traditionally the home of the Argentine football. Its inhabitants have been through generations the most passionate football fans creating a unique explosion of energy and enthusiasm during each match. La Bombonera, Boca's home stadium is built like a chocolate bombonera and for that reason the acoustics there are electrifying. When you come to visit Buenos Aires you should definably should see a football match.
You can buy your tickets in the stadium or online in www.BsAs4U.com

La Bombonera, Boca.

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Most travelers don't know about adventure tourism options in Buenos Aires. But there is an exciting option - skydiving in Buenos Aires. Free fall from 3,000 meters (10,000 feet) for 35 seconds and parachute down for 6-8 minutes. Discover Buenos Aires in a different way. Skydive it!

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Buenos Aires has so many things to see and do that you just can't do everything on your own two feet. And so I recommend taking advantage of the cheap tours and public transportation in Buenos Aires. Especially for the bike-lovers!

www.bsas4u.com/bsas-city-tours-c-23.html

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The magnificent gray stone Palacio del Congreso, ornamented with black statues, is a historic site imposing an eerie presence in Plaza Congreso. The Plaza contains several other monuments - though not as striking - and is the second most important political venue for Argentines. Many demonstrations either begin or end at the Congreso because it is connected to Plaza de Mayo which is located ten blocks along Avenida de Mayo. This neighborhood, commonly referred to as “Congreso,” is a middle-class area with strong commercial activity that gives you a taste of the real Buenos Aires.

es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palacio_del_Congreso_de_la_Naci%C3%B3n_Argentina
bsas4u.com/top10buenosairesplacestovisitandhotspots.php#congres

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