Argentina is the 8th largest country in the world and also one of the longest, which gives it a rich and diversified climate with many contrasts in geography. From country plains inhabited by its famous gauchos tending herds of cattle to Buenos Aires with its cultural riches, travellers to Argentina can enjoy any kind of holiday experience they seek.
Whether one considers its stunning natural beauty or its cosmopolitan city centres, it is impossible not to admire the zeal of Argentinians. From its cosmopolitan cities to its stunning natural beauty, the one common thread is that its people possess a genuine passion and zest for life. The tango and estancias, the beautiful national parks with its differing wildlife, the world famous glaciers of Perito Moreno, and Iguazu Falls are all part of Argentina’s allure. Buenos Aires, known as South America’s most European-styled city, is a worldly capital of superb shopping, exotic entertainment and exquisite dining. So much of the rest of the country is just waiting to be discovered and explored.
Hotels in Argentina are plentiful and range from the super-luxurious of Buenos Aires to the rustic and quaint lodgings one finds in Patagonia. Resorts along its lengthy coastline- one of the longest in the world- offer every style of stay for those that seek the sandy beaches or trekking along treacherous cliff-sides.
Most travellers plan varied itineraries that allow them to sample a bit of everything when visiting this vast country. A stop in bustling Buenos Aires, a visit to towering the mountains around Mendoza, tasting some of the world’s best beef in the Pampas- all these things are great reasons to visit Argentina.
A great family destination, Argentina also is a favourite of backpackers, cyclers and trekkers. There is a lot to do, many places to go and the costs of doing so is reasonable when considered along comparable destinations. When travelling there in spring and autumn , be sure to pack for both cool and warm weather, as you are likely to experience a bit of everything in this wonderfully vast and varied land.