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Argentina is one of South America’s most captivating destinations, offering travelers an extraordinary mix of dramatic landscapes, vibrant cities, rich culture, and unforgettable food and wine. From the European-style boulevards and late-night energy of Buenos Aires to the thundering Iguazú Falls in the north and the glacier-filled wilderness of Patagonia in the south, the country feels immense and wonderfully diverse. What makes Argentina especially special is the sheer range of experiences packed into one trip: tango shows and historic cafés, world-class Malbec vineyards, rugged mountain scenery, wildlife encounters, and some of the most scenic road trips on the continent.
Highlights include exploring Buenos Aires’ distinct neighborhoods like San Telmo, Palermo, and Recoleta; tasting steak and wine in Mendoza; visiting the Perito Moreno Glacier near El Calafate; and hiking around El Chaltén or the Lakes District near Bariloche. Travelers with more time can head to Salta and Jujuy for colorful desert landscapes and Andean culture, or to Ushuaia for a gateway-to-the-end-of-the-world experience. Practical tips: Argentina is a large country, so domestic flights can save significant time; seasons are reversed from the Northern Hemisphere, with summer from December to February and winter from June to August. It’s wise to carry multiple payment options, book Patagonia accommodation and transport well ahead in peak season, and leave room in your itinerary for long distances and changing weather.
The best time to visit Argentina is from November to March, with December and January standing out as the most popular months based on travel interest. This period offers warm weather for Buenos Aires, Mendoza, and Patagonia, making it ideal for sightseeing, hiking, and enjoying the country’s biggest range of experiences.
Today I actually wanted to go to the beach and swim in the Atlantic. Unfortunately, it rained this morning, and the day was overcast. So I decided to take an extensive exploration...
In Ushuaia, I first had to process what I experienced. I took care of my next stops, which meant finding buses, booking accommodations, and gathering various information. I also...
Good afternoon! This morning there was first a breakfast by the Atlantic. I could get used to that.
Thorsten's Villa Mor
Yes folks, it was a fulfilling day. After breakfast, I went for a little walk. My stay in Santa Teresita was quite short after all. But it was nice to get a whiff of the province.
Today we arrived back home after two interesting weeks in Argentina. Normally I use this time for intensive training on my bike. This time that was not possible. Instead, we...
On April 9th, our two-week trip to Buenos Aires begins. We are looking forward to visiting Sofi's family and immersing ourselves deeper into the culture of the country. Before we...
Buying a car in Argentina is really complicated. So, I am going to Richard, my car agent. Here we filled out the so-called Form 8. Then I went to my notary Sergio with it. H
Good afternoon! There has been quite a bit of progress regarding migration. The good Martin arranged an appointment for me with the head of the migration authority. This waiting...
Hello! There will be a housewarming party. If you would like to join, please send me a short email so I can register you with the security staff. So far, the following friends wil
Hello! The bike project is getting started. I saw on the Chapa map that there is a bike rental at the so-called 'Skarte.ar'. Perhaps one could have also bought a bike there....
Hello! After spending a short night in an airport hotel (BA), I continued my journey. The hotel was a so-called pod hotel, meaning it had sleeping capsules. For 6 hours, you pay...
From Buenos Aires, we took an overnight bus ride of 1300 km to Puerto Madryn in the province of Chubut in northern Patagonia. The bus journey could have been wonderful, with a...
Hello! I invited Agustin to a pool party on Sunday. The response came promptly. 10:00 PM Saturday night, homemade empanadas:
Hello! Today I picked up the 3 packages at the post office that I had sent to myself. One package got stuck in Germany. How unfortunate. They were all addressed the same way. I...
Another fantastic bus ride with great mountain views took us to El Chaltén. This small, somewhat remote place, which lives exclusively from tourism, is also located in the Los...
Long before I arrived in Buenos Aires, I knew that the main focus of my visit to the city would be local football. No other city in the world has more professional clubs, more...
Good afternoon! There has been quite a bit of progress regarding migration. The good Martin arranged an appointment for me with the head of the migration authority. This waiting...
Today I met with Sergio at the Mar del Plata Golf Club. It is located right in the city by the sea. Not too bad. ;)
Hello! I now have to get up at 5:00 AM and pretend I'm working. But I ended up going back to bed. Don't panic. I am keeping track of my hours accurately. Fair enough. From 9:00 AM
Hi there! Today marked the last chapter on the topic of buying a house: The notary appointment. It started with a breakfast by the Atlantic, which I have really come to love. But...
Hello friends! After breakfast, I took a hop-on, hop-off tour around Buenos Aires. Perhaps the best way to get to know the city since I only had one day. The tour would have...
Hey there! After returning home from my visit to Sergio, I had to exchange some money. No problem. It took a little while. After that, I wanted to go to my favorite restaurant. Ho
On our journey from Salta heading north to Bolivia, the road leads further into the mountains. We still have some respect for the altitude, but we are also getting used to it....
Los Cardones.
Hello! There is still plenty to explore in the house. Today, I took a good look at the refrigerator.
Hello! I always thought that Luna Roja was the most beautiful beach in Mar Del Plata. That's why I spent the afternoon again at my favorite spot at the beach bar today.
Hello! This morning I actually had to go to the hospital. A laceration needed to be treated. Nothing serious (A villa with what feels like thousands of steps and ramps takes its...
Hello! Today I had to take care of the stuff with the cars. Hermann naturally had advice and referred me to Richard. Richard is somewhat of a meta car broker with many contacts. L
So, this morning I went with Martin to the tax office and got a tax number. Fifteen minutes later we were back outside. Everything is super complicated in Argentina because you...
Hello! This morning, I first took a long walk. From the hotel through the pedestrian zone to the beach.
My Journey to the Iguazú Falls in Brazil and Argentina
Wir hatten im europäischen Maßstab bereits einige große Länder wie Kolumbien oder Peru besucht, doch ein Land wie Argentinien ist noch eine Nummer größer einzuordnen. In der...
Jumping for joy in Torres del Paine National Park
Suddenly, everything was filled with amazing cars. (This is definitely something for Johannes!)
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