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 International travel can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but first you need to be informed of how to handle the details. Although we cannot be responsible for our clients while in transit, we can offer some useful advice that will save time and money.
These tips have been put together as a result of our personal travel experience and from comments we have received from other travellers. Prices change, good services turn bad, and once reliable information can become outdated. If you find that the information listed here is incorrect, old, or simply bad, please let us know and we will update this site to help other travellers avoid the same pitfalls and/or mistakes. The following is just a start. See our Links page for further information, or contact your airlines directly with any questions regarding baggage limits, taxes, or requirements that they may have.
| Tip | Website | | Documents Needed to Enter Country: For US citizens, a valid passport will get you in and you will receive a stamp with permission to stay up to 90 days upon arrival. No previous visa is necessary. Make sure your passport is valid for at least the entire stay to avoid problems returning home. Other nationalities please check with the nearest Argentina Consulate. | Consulates:
www.congenargentinany.com
www.argentina-canada.net www.argentina.org.au | | How to transfer airports: There are two airports in Buenos Aires, Ezeiza and Aeropargue Jorge Newberry. The vast majority of international flights arrive and depart from Ezeiza, which is located about 45 minutes outside of the city. On the other hand, the almost all domestic flights arrive and depart from Aeroparque. The best (and cheapest) way to transfer directly from Ezeiza to Aeroparque is with a service called Manuel Tienda Leon, which is one of the first booths you will see when you clear customs. The price for the service recently went up, but costs about $12 (around $35 pesos) and leaves from directly outside the terminal and leaves you either downtown or in front of the doors to the Aeroparque airport. | Info:
www.tiendaleon.com.ar
www.toandfrom.org/airport/argentina.html
www.aa2000.com.ar
www.airportnewsezeiza.com | Useful Spanish: Although most airport personnel speak some basic English, it's always a good idea to be prepared for those rare occasions when no English speakers can be found.
aduanas = customs
equipaje = baggage
agua = water
baño = bathroom
taxi,remis = taxi
avión = airplane
comida = food
boleto = ticket
asiento = seat
asado = grilled meat
cerveza = beer
vino = wine
salida = exit
entrada = entrance | More Spanish Language Tips
www.studyspanish.com
www.learnspanishtoday.com | | Taking the bus to Bariloche: The most convenient way to get to Bariloche is by plane, but if you're feeling adventurous and have about 20 hours to do some sightseeing, the bus is a great alternative. These buses include reclining seats, TV with movies (usually in English with Spanish subtitles), and sometimes even meals. Don't think Greyhound, because the buses in Argentina are comfortable and relaxing. Leaving Buenos Aires: All long distance buses leave from the Retiro bus terminal, which in itself can be an adventure unto itself. There are a wide variety of companies available, each with services and prices that vary. The best company is Via Bariloche, which offers a direct service (sometimes with one stop in Neuquen) and serves meals on the bus. Other recommended companies include Crucero del Norte and El Valle. There are at least 10 departures daily, but it is always a good idea to book ahead. | Bus Info:
www.viabariloche.com.ar | | Renting a Car in Argentina - If you have the time, driving in Argentina is the best way to see the country. The huge distances can be intimidating, but you can get to those hard to reach places at your own leisure. Within Bariloche there are several good local companies along with the usual international chains. Most have a daily rate with a limit on mileage/kilometers, so make sure you ask before signing anything. If you plan to take a long trip, the extra mileage can turn out to be more expensive than the actual rental! Be sure to bring a driver's license (most companies accept a state license) and a credit card. Driving in large cities (like Buenos Aires) can be quite an adventure! Traffic signs are optional, and a two lane road can easily fit up to four cars... In Bariloche, traffic is fairly tame, but with the snow and ice in winter it can quickly turn interesting. Automatic transmission is available, but the most economical cars always come with manual transmission. | | | Food: Many travellers are afraid of international travel because they're uncertain about what type of food is available. Have no fear! Argentina has some of the best food in South America, namely steak. The gauchos of old survived basically on meat and wine, so you could too (and probably gain a few pounds in the process). All your favorite dishes (pizza, hamburgers, and sandwiches) are available practically everywhere. Local dishes include empanadas (meat pies), noquis (potato dumplings), pastas (from canelones to linguine), seafood (trout, salmon, octupus, and more), fondue, and of course chicken, pork, lamb, or even deer and wild boar. Other options in Bariloche include Chinese, Mexican, Spanish, French, German, and Swiss. You can experiment and try something new, or stick closer to home and find exactly the same food you'd eat at home. At last count, there were over 200 places to eat, drink, or just grab a bite to eat. | |
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