"Beautiful Port City in South America" Buenos Aires by Nicckie

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View from the plane just before landing... - Buenos Aires
View from the plane just before landing...
Arriving into this Famed City

I wasn't sure what to expect from Buenos Aires, but upon arriving saw the plush green land and colorful ocean below. Once meeting the locals and looking around, I quickly understood the strong European influence embedded here. Many surnames were Italian and the streets reminded me of places I'd seen in Rome and Madrid. Quite a curious and unexpected awakening...

Architecture, Food and Wine
Typical architecture and one of many wine shops... - Buenos Aires

Typical architecture and one of many wine shops...

These define the city and can be found at every turn. Fresh beef accompanied by arguably the best Malbec wine varietals, home to a lesser known wine varietal called Torrontes and old world architecture makes this city a haven to relax and dine the day away with friends.

A Famous History
Gravesite of Eva Peron and her family. - Buenos Aires

Gravesite of Eva Peron and her family.

Buenos Aires has a long and interesting political and military history, including the famous Eva Peron - Evita. Strange as it may be, one of the most popular site-seeing spots in the city is the cemetery, which showcases mausoleums of many great figures in Argentina's past.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:The place to Tango!
  • Cons:Received lots of warnings about the danger factor
  • Last visit to Buenos Aires: Nov 2008
  • Intro Updated Mar 12, 2010
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Excellent Italian lunch :-) - Buenos Aires Great option for Menu del Dia Restaurants (2)

After taking a tour of the historic cemetery in recoleta, my friend and I were ready a bite to eat. We were going to be... more travel advice

Outside of the Buquebus terminal at the port - Buenos Aires Buquebus to/from Montevideo Transportation (2)

Buquebus is not a super cheap option to get back and forth from Argentina to Uruguay, but it is definitely the most... more travel advice

Lounging in the plush reclining bus seats :-) - Buenos Aires Andesmar Overnight Bus Transportation (2)

So, the big discussion topic I was wondering about before my trip was - flight or bus to and from cities in Argentina??... more travel advice

The Home Team Side and the passionate fans! - Buenos Aires Goooooooool! Watch a River Plate match Things to Do (1)

Wow, the folks at these games are not messing around! There is no alcohol sold within miles of the football stadiums and... more travel advice

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    Apr 30, 2010 at 7:48 AM

    We got an andiesmar bus and I left my phone on my seat, I was last off the bus so quickly popped back to get it but staff had already pocketed it. The company were unhelpful to say the least. Staff theft is aparently a huge problem Be carefull!!

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    Mar 18, 2010 at 4:44 PM

    Found the store and bought a personal and a gift purse. Thanks for pointing this charming place out!

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    Dec 18, 2009 at 4:59 PM

    Holy feedsack, Nichole. That is one hell of a piece of steak. Looks great, reminds me of some of those old-time steakhouse servings in Texas. ;)

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    Jun 2, 2009 at 10:12 AM

    ha! I went to Rivel Plate stadium for a rock concert and they didnt serve beer too!!! :)

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