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Planning a Trip to Argentina

Argentina is a very interesting destination that is unique in a number of ways. A number of factors need to be considered when planning a trip to Argentina. This section can help you be prepared for your upcoming vacation.
When to Go
The seasons in Argentina are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Buenos Aires is mild in the fall (March-May) and spring (September-November), and relatively hot in the summer (December-February). Patagonia is considerably colder than Buenos Aires, so the warmest time to visit the region is between the months of November and March.
Take a look at the climate conditions, average temperatures, and other seasonal considerations on the
Argentina Weather section of AllAboutAR.
The Types of Argentina Trips
Tourism Vacation:
Argentina has a lot to offer as a tourism destination. The sights and sounds of Buenos Aires are sure to interest the visitor and the interesting blend of people and cultures make places like Bariloche and Salta memorable destinations.
Nature and Ecotourism:
Argentina is a huge country that boasts a number of natural wonders. The Iguazu Falls and The Perito Moreno Glacier are renowned the world over, while the Andes mountains and the wild-life of Peninsula Valdes are quite unique.
Family Vacation:
Argentina is both an interesting and rewarding destination for families to visit. The natural highlights of Argentina are wonderful things to show children while various accommodation options are available to families. There are some important factors to consider when travelling with children that you should consider.
Argentina Family Travel
Group Travel:
Argentina is an excellent place to vacation with your friends or colleagues. Much like family travel, group travel involves taking care of many logistics, a process that is not trivial. A travel agent may be very useful and actually save your group money.
Argentina Group Travel
Sports Vacation:
Argentina is a major destination for sports lovers. The Hiking and Trekking is some of the best in the world, the trout fishing is renowned, and Argentina is the best place for summer skiing between June and September.
Sports in Argentina
Cruise:
There are many cruise ships that visit the excellent highlights of Argentina. But, there are also a number of factors to consider when choosing the cruise for yourself in Argentina and South America.
Choosing a Tour of Argentina

Argentina offers many highlights and it may be hard to decide which destinations to pick, how to combine destinations, and how long to spend at each one. The following section attempts to help with these all these questions and maximize your time in Argentina.
Argentina Tour Options
Combining an Argentina Vacation with Brazil, Chile, or Uruguay.
Argentina and Uruguay:
Uruguay is very accessible from Argentina. Visitors often make a day trip to the quiet town of Colonia, and a few day trip to Montevideo and Punta del Este is also very popular. Follow the link below for information about Colonia in Uruguay.
Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
Argentina and Brazil:
Argentina and Brazil are neighboring countries and feature some of the greatest highlights of South America. There are a number of ways to combine a visit to Argentina and Brazil to make a smart and interesting vacation.
Argentina and Brazil Visit
Argentina and Chile:
Argentina and Chile run next to each other down the most of South America. There are a multitude of crossing points from Argentina to Chile (and vice-versa) to be explored by the travellers lucky enough to have the chance to travel this region.
Argentina and Chile Visit
The Necessities
Entry Requirements:
Citizens of the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa require only a passport to enter the country. No visa is needed for stays of 3 months or less.
Vaccinations:
Argentina requires no vaccinations to enter the country. Health wise, Argentina is a relatively safe country to travel in. For more details, a health guide is available below.
Argentina Health Guide
Money:
Credit Cards and ATM machines are widely available in Buenos Aires and many other cities. It is recommended to bring a few hundred dollars cash to Argentina just in case you can't get money from ATM machines. It is significantly easier to use the ATM machines of US banks such as Citibank or HSBC than an Argentine bank. Currency Exchange offices are available in airports and town centers.
What to Bring:
There are no special items that you need to bring to Argentina. As long as you dress for the right season, you should travel comfortably in Argentina. Any personal items you may have forgotten can be purchased at pharmacies that are widely available.
What Regions to Visit
The most interesting regions in Argentina to visit are described in detail in the
Regions in Argentina section. It is recommended that you stay at least one full day at each destination.
Guidebooks
Plan your trip on AllAboutAR.com and then grab a guidebook to take on your trip. Here are some good guides to Argentina, Buenos Aires and Patagonia.
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