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highlights of buenos aires
Don’t miss out on Buenos Aires’ wealth of attractions, adventures and experiences
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mong the richest cities in the world
during its early 20th century heyday,
Buenos Aires is South America’s second
largest city and without question one of its
most culturally fascinating. Nicknamed
the ‘Paris of the South’, the city feels more
European than Latin American, with wide
avenues and an eclectic blend of baroque and
neoclassical architecture.
The city’s ‘café culture’ is also one of its
defining elements, and is another aspect
of Buenos Aires’ lifestyle reminiscent of
that of the French capital. A cultural center
brimming with museums, art galleries and
live music, there is also plenty to occupy
daytime and evening, along with a passion for
sport that rivals any on the planet. In addition
to rugby and polo, in which Argentina’s
TEATRO COLON
LA BOMBONERA
TAKE IN A SHOW AT TEATRO COLON
Testament to Argentina’s position as one of the world’s wealthiest cities
at the turn of the 20th century, the Teatro Colón (Columbus Theater)
is a magnificent structure widely regarded as one of South America’s
most elegant edifices. Completed in 1908 and re-opened in early 2010
following a lengthy period of refurbishment, the theater plays host to
all manner of concerts, plays and expositions. A must-see during your
stay in Buenos Aires, ask your concierge for show listings and elite
ticket information.
WATCH BOCA JUNIORS AT LA BOMBONERA
Arguably South America’s most iconic football club, Boca Juniors is
steeped in history. Deeply rooted in the working class neighborhood of
La Boca, the club’s rivalry with more affluent fellow porteño outfit River
Plate makes for one of the most famous derbies in world football. Based
at La Bombonera (the Chocolate Box), with its steep stands and electric
atmosphere courtesy of legendary fan group La Doce (the Twelfth Man),
Boca is the club that gave Diego Maradona his first shot at the big time. A
match day visit is unmissable for fans of the sport.
TANGO
Rojo Tango: Martha Salotti 445
Phone: +54 11 5787 1536
Website: www.rojotango.com
Tango music and dance first began to gain widespread recognition in
working class districts of Buenos Aires and Montevideo in the middle of
the 19th century, with the movement emerging as a fusion between distinct
European and African styles with influences from Cuba and elsewhere in the
Spanish-speaking Americas. Today, the elegant art form is an integral part
of Buenos Aires culture, and there is no better place to witness your first
performance than in the Argentine capital. Expert concierges recommend
the following tango shows, ideal for those seeking an initiation into a central
aspect of the River Plate region’s cultural heritage.
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national side is the world’s strongest, Buenos
Aires is home to the highest concentration of
professional football clubs on the planet.
Famed as one of the globe’s finest leather
producers, Argentina’s capital also has much
to offer in terms of shopping. With a wide
selection of small boutique shops and large,
stylish malls, visitors to the city are certain
not to leave empty handed.
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IGUAZU FALLS
A TRIP TO IGUAZU FALLS
IGUAZU NATIONAL PARK
Phone: +54 37 5749 1469
Address: Concesionario Area Cataratas del
Parque Nacional Iguazu, N3370XAJ
Website: www.iguazuargentina.com
Straddling the border between Brazil and
Argentina is one of the natural world’s true
wonders. No trip to South America, let alone
Argentina, is complete without a visit to the
marvelous Iguazu Falls. Unlike other famous
waterfalls, which often have just one drop,
Iguazu is breathtaking in its expanse, with
275 separate drops along a 1.7 mile stretch
of the Iguazu River. At 500 feet in width and
almost half a mile in length, Devil’s Throat,
or La Garganta del Diablo in Spanish, is
the largest single cataract in the world and
stands a staggering 270 feet high.
The name Iguazu is derived from the
indigenous Guaraní words for “big” and
”water”, and that effectively sums up the
impression visitors are left with having
spent a day marveling at one of the world’s
most impressive natural sites. Platforms
located inside the Iguazu National Park
on the Argentine side of the border allow
undisturbed views of the falls, where you
can appreciate the full force of nature as up
to 400,000 gallons of water a second pour
into the river below.
The falls were first seen by European eyes
in 1541 when Spanish conquistador Álvar
Núñez Cabeza de Vaca was drawn to the
site by the noise of the gushing water, which
can be heard from a distance of several
kilometers. Guaraní legend dictates that the
natural wonder was created by a vengeful
God who had intended to marry a local
girl named Naipí, who evaded the deity’s
attentions and fled down the river in a canoe
with her mortal lover Tarobá. Stricken, the
god sliced the river in two in a blind rage,
sending the lovers cascading to certain
death and creating the magnificent falls in
the process.
There are national parks affording
spectacular views of the waterfalls on
either side of the Argentine-Brazilian
border, with the entrance to the Argentine
park situated just 11 miles from the town
of Puerto Iguazu. Once inside the park,
visitors can enjoy spectacular views of the
waterfalls from numerous distinct vantage
points, some of which are served by the
‘Ecological Train of the Forest’; a singletrack railway system that ferries visitors
from one point to another. There are also
trails for those that prefer to walk through
the jungle and take in the flora
and fauna.
In addition to the spectacular waterfalls which
are of course the star attraction, the park is
also a designated wildlife reserve, and several
ecological trails covering several miles of
terrain offer a chance to immerse yourself
in nature. The park is home to a diverse and
colorful selection of wildlife, with over 450
species of birds, 80 different mammal species
and innumerable varieties of insects and reptiles.
Aside from being the home of Iguazu Falls,
the ‘three borders region’, as the area where
Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay converge is
known, is also home to the imposing Itaipu
Dam. Straddling the Paraná River between
Brazil and Paraguay and jointly administered
by the two nations’ governments, the dam is
the largest operating hydroelectric facility in
terms of annual generating capacity in the
world. Itaipu generates around 90% of the
electricity consumed by Paraguay and just
under 20% of that used in Brazil and was
completed in 1984.
IGUAZU FALLS
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See the ‘Where to Stay’ section (page 8) for
recommendations on where to stay when
visiting Iguazu.
CONCIERGE RECOMMENDATIONS
ARIEL BARRIONUEVO
SENIOR EXPERIENCE MANAGER,
FAENA HOTEL + UNIVERSE
Phone: +54 11 4010 9000
Email: abarrionuevo@faenaexperience.com
PLACES TO VISIT
San Telmo
An old quarter of Buenos Aires where you will find
flea markets and antique shops. A large street
market is held every Sunday.
Recoleta Cemetery
Take a guided tour and hear intriguing stories
about the historic wealthy families, presidents and
celebrities buried in the cemetery.
El Obrero
A traditional restaurant with a selection of old-style
dishes. Boxing and soccer legends adorn the walls.
Japanese and French fusion.
On the ground floor you’ll find the only Kaiten bar
in Buenos Aires. Vibrant young atmosphere.
Fervor
A beautifully appointed brasserie in the upscale
Recoleta district, where the grilled seafood
is highly recommended.
Other Restaurants
Patagonia Sur
Club Del Progresso
La Vineria Del Progreso
Casa Cruz
Osaka
One of the best places for sushi.
Café des Arts del Malba
Museum of Latin American Art Buenos Aires
Museo Evita: A fascinating museum giving an
insight into the life of one of Argentina’s favorite
daughters, Eva Perón, who was immortalized in
Alan Parker’s 1996 film.
Palermo
The Soho of Buenos Aires is an excellent
shopping area, with a wide selection of local
clothing and interior designers, along with cool
bars and restaurants.
MALBA, Museum of Latin American Arts of
Buenos Aires: Spend an afternoon perusing
some of the finest artwork Latin America has to
offer at this iconic museum.
Estancias
These are old, luxurious farm houses situated in
the countryside just outside the city (one hour’s
drive away). Enjoy the country lifestyle, and make
use of the horse riding, polo and golf facilities.
Traditional cafés in El Tigre
Tortoni is one of the oldest and most traditional
cafés in Buenos Aires, having first opened in
1858; Las Violetas is one of the most beautiful
cafés in the city, famed for its stunning stained
glass windows.
PLACES TO HAVE LUNCH
El Mercado at Faena Hotel + Universe
Inspired by the old European markets and the
legendary cantinas of Buenos Aires, El Mercado
offers authentic, top-quality traditional Argentine
cuisine by the warmth of a rustic adobe mud oven.
Cabaña Las Lilas
Widely considered to be one of the best steak
houses in town, this is the perfect place to enjoy
Argentina’s famous beef and is noted for its
outstanding service.
La Brigada
A classic place with a traditional way of doing
things and boasting personalized service
from the owner.
Fortabat Museum: Browse one of the most
prestigious private art collections in the world
at the Fortabat.
PROA Foundation: Located in La Boca,
PROA Foundation features both modern and
traditional art exhibitions.
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PLACES TO HAVE DINNER
El Bistro, Faena Hotel + Universe: El Bistro
Offers an elegant dining experience that indulges all
of the senses, featuring cuisine by award-winning
head chef Mariano Cid de la Paz, a former pupil
of Ferran Adrià.
Nectarine
Creative French cuisine served up in a European
ambiance. This exclusive restaurant is hidden down a
narrow pedestrian alley.
Cantina Los Amigos
Oviedo Spanish-style bistro, suitable for lunch and
dinner. Ask for a glass of port wine with dessert, you
won’t regret it.
Tegui
The well-known local chef Martitegui tempts you with
a supreme culinary experience.
SIGHTS TO SEE
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes: Over 12,000
works and regular exhibitions make this
museum a must for art enthusiasts.
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Palacio Barolo: One of Buenos Aires’ first
skyscrapers, Palacio Barolo was completed
in 1923 and stands as a testament to the
architectural style which made the city famous.
Plaza de Mayo: The site of the Casa Rosada
or ‘Pink House’, Argentina’s presidential
palace, this square is a must-see on any
tourist’s itinerary.
Mercado de San Telmo: Every Sunday, San Telmo’s
legendary street market takes over the old district’s
streets, pictured, offering the chance to buy high
quality local goods.
El Caminito: A popular tourist destination, El
Caminito is situated in the famous district of La
Boca and gives an idea of what life was like for
Genovese immigrants arriving in Argentina at
the turn of the 20th century.
CONCIERGE RECOMMENDATIONS
LA CATEDRAL METROPOLOTANA
PATRICIA GLUSMAN
CO-OWNER, THE GLU HOTEL
Phone: +54 11 4831 4646
Email: patricia@thegluhotel.com
PLACES TO VISIT
San Telmo
The best show in town right now is Rojo Tango; located at the Cabaret
Restaurant inside the Faena Hotel. With just a hundred sittings a
performance, it ensures an intimate, personalized experience. Rojo
Tango showcases traditional tango in a risqué fashion, this being the
main difference between Rojo and other tango shows. Another option
for those seeking an initiation into tango is Esquina Carlos Gardel,
located in the Abasto neighborhood. It is a very traditional show where
the performers represent the evolution of tango. The orchestra at
Esquina Carlos Gardel is also excellent. In addition to these shows,
Gala Tango in San Telmo is another popular option. Here visitors
are treated to tango and the show also features a representation of
Evita, complete with her famous speech, folk music from the north
of Argentina and a gaucho dancing malambo with ‘boleadoras’ too. If
you prefer to see a little bit of everything this is a good option. Tango
classes are available for the more adventurous.
La Catedral Metropolotana
La Catedral Metropolotana is definitely worth a visit as it is one of the most
beautiful buildings in all of Buenos Aires. The neoclassical structure is located
at the front of Plaza de Mayo at the intersection of San Martin and Rivadavia.
FAENA CABARET
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concierge recoMMendations
AmericAn Jet
Services: Over 25 years of expertise back
American Jet’s career. This Argentine-capital
based firm was founded in 1984 with the
objective of providing passengers with the
best experience in their flights. Since then, the
company has devoted all of its resources to fulfill
this premise and to keep evolving and growing,
offering new and more specific services to all its
customers.
American Jet’s clients portfolio includes number
one companies in the oil and mining sectors
and also public organisations. Besides internal
exhaustive check routines, most of the customers
also audit the company and its processes, ensuring
a top-quality and safe service.
American Jet operates under international
standards and every crew member and technician
is trained abroad at the aircraft manufacturers’
training centers.
The company also has the most modern jet
fleet and onboard service and catering can
be fully customized to suit each passenger’s
requirements.
American Jet is always looking ahead and providing
themostcomprehensivepassenger-centricservice;
that’s why they say that arriving is only a new
departure point.
Charter operations: American Jet’s
headquarters are in Buenos Aires, at the Jorge
Newbery Airport, and the company also holds
bases in Neuquén and San Fernando.
Among its wide range of services, American Jet
offers charter flights, corporate and medical care
flights, air work, an air cargo and postal service,
aircraft groundhandling, third party aircraft
management and aeroconsulting.
For further information or questions, feel free
to reach American Jet at its customer
center’s phone numbers:
+54 11 4775-5436 / +54 11 4775-5487
or via e-mail at:
comercial@americanjet.com.ar
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WHERE TO STAY
Whether you want a sumptuous bed, a spectacular view or service beyond compare – choose from our stunning selection
FAENA HOTEL + UNIVERSE POOL
FAENA LA CATEDRAL
F SUITE
FAENA HOTEL + UNIVERSE
TOP SUITE
VIP contact: Silvina Mones Ruiz, head of reservations
Phone: +54 11 4010 9070
Email: smonesruiz@faenaexperience.com
Address: Martha Salotti 445, C1107CMB
Website: www.faenahotelanduniverse.com
Situated close to the banks of the River Plate, within Buenos Aires’
fashionable Puerto Madero district, Faena Hotel + Universe boasts
sumptuous facilities and is widely considered one of the most luxurious
hotels in South America. The interior takes the guest back to the Belle
Epoque, as elegant lapacho wood and arabasceto marble combine, and
upon arrival you are greeted by a personal experience manager who
remains at your disposal for the duration of your stay, ensuring your
every desire is tended to.
F SUITE
Square footage: 1,290
Nightly rate: $9,500
Why we love it: The most expensive suite in Latin America
dominates the sixth floor of this complex, offering unparalleled
panoramic views of the River Plate and the city, with an outdoor
terrace allowing you to make the most of the spectacular vista.
The F Suite combines elegance and luxury, featuring a stateof-the-art entertainment center alongside two bedrooms, three
Italian arabasceto bathrooms with rainforest showers and Jacuzzi,
a living room, dining room, kitchen and library. The F Suite is the
result of close collaboration between designers Philippe Starck
and Alan Faena, combining traditional Argentine style with modern
functionality and luxury.
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WHERE TO STAY
ALVEAR PALACE HOTEL
THE VERSAILLES SALON, ALVEAR PALACE HOTEL
ROYAL SUITE
ALVEAR PALACE HOTEL
TOP SUITE
VIP contact: Olga Petroni, General Manager
Phone: +54 11 4808 2179
Email: mfrossi@alvear.com.ar
Address: Avenida Alvear 1891, C1129AAA
Website: www.alvearpalace.com
The magnificent Alvear Palace is situated in the heart of Recoleta, Buenos Aires’s
most sought-after neighborhood, perfectly placing the guest to explore the
wealth of exclusive restaurants, bars and shopping facilities the city has to offer.
Featuring an exclusive spa and business center capable of hosting gatherings and
functions, along with two high-class restaurants, which are regularly cited among
the city’s finest, the Alvear is also home to two upscale bars, allowing guests to
dine and drink in style without the need to leave the stylish confines of the Palace.
ROYAL SUITE
Why we love it: Aptly named, this suite is the place royals of genuinely
blue blood choose while staying in Buenos Aires. The ultra-traditional
one-bedroom suite has a magisterial air that never fails to impress.
The dining room is the perfect place to entertain guests with an
appreciation for the finer things in life; its jewel-toned seating,
antique mirror and mahogany table possess uncommon grace that are
sure to dazzle. A personal butler service ensures that your every need
is attended to for the duration of your stay, and the suite is rounded off
with original artwork from some of Argentina’s finest painters
and sculptors.
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WHERE TO STAY
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL
PALACIO DUHAU-PARK HYATT
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL
VIP contact: reservations department
Phone: +54 11 5171 1234
Email: reservations.phbuenosaires@hyatt.com
Address: Avenida Alvear 1661, C1014AAD
Website: www.buenosaires.park.hyatt.com
Located on Avenida Alvear in the fashionable Recoleta district, which
has played host to some of Buenos Aires’ most famous celebrities
and political figures over the years, the hotel stands as a monument
to the integration of the city’s historical past and its innovative
modern design, with ultramodern comforts housed in a building
of supreme grandeur. Featuring beautiful gardens, the hotel
offers a stunning array of amenities and the customary Park Hyatt
graciousness and service.
VIP contact: Magali Horvat, Head of Reservations
Phone: +54 11 4321 1200
Email: magali.horvat@fourseasons.com
Address: Posadas 1086/88, C1011ABB
Website: www.fourseasons.com/buenosaires
Located in the upscale Recoleta neighborhood, in close proximity to the city’s
business sector as well as high class shopping and nightlife, the Four Seasons
Buenos Aires certainly lives up to the reputation the chain has established as
one of the world’s premier hotel networks. The hotel combines a renovated
tower and 20th century French-style mansion, first constructed as a wedding
gift for the bride of a member of one of the city’s most influential families in
1920. Recently renovated, it oozes class and luxury, delivering the second-tonone service that is the hallmark of any Four Seasons establishment.
TOP SUITE
TOP SUITE
PARK EXECUTIVE SUITE
Nightly rate: $965
Why we love it: A luxurious suite with living room, work area, guest bath
and king bedroom with connecting bath offering bidet area, tub and rain
shower. Pampering amenities include butler and turndown service, and
state-of-the-art amenities such as flat-screen TV and wireless internet
access complement the suite’s modern décor. In addition, a personal
work area enables guests to stay on top of business matters whilst
residing at the Park Hyatt.
LA MANSIÓN PRESIDENTIAL SUITE
Why we love it: Passing through its elegant foyer immediately gives the guest
an understanding of the Presidential Suite’s opulence. Boasting a private dining
room perfect for entertaining, and containing a lavish master bedroom equipped
with an entertainment system and bathroom fitted with three varieties of wallto-wall marble, the suite is sublimely furnished and guaranteed to impress even
the most demanding of visitors. You are invited to relax and allow the butler to
deal with anything you require 24 hours a day.
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WHERE TO STAY
PARK TOWER
VIP contact: Gustavo Gallo, concierge
Phone: +54 11 4318 9100
Email: gustavo.gallo@luxurycollection.com
Address: Avenida Leandro N. Alem 1193
Website: www.starwoodhotels.com/luxury
This regal 23-floor hotel offers 181 captivating
Biedermeier-style guest rooms with refined
Italian marble bathrooms gracing each. The
exquisite service on offer at the Park Tower
includes a 24-hour concierge, room service
and a personalized butler service on every
floor. Recline on elegant furnishings housed
under high ceilings and enjoy an afternoon
tea, specialty cocktail or cigar at the exclusive
cigar bar. In addition, the hotel hosts two
swimming pools, a gym with massage parlors,
and a famously divine restaurant, making it
one of the city’s more popular choices for the
discerning guest.
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THE GLU SUITE
THE GLU HOTEL
TOP SUITE
VIP contact: Patricia Glusman, hotel owner
Phone: +54 11 4831 4646
Email: patricia@thegluhotel.com
Address: Godoy Cruz, 1733
Website: www.thegluhotel.com
Located in the fashionable Palermo Soho district just a short walk from a
wide range of trendy bars, clubs and restaurants, the Glu is fast establishing a
reputation for itself as one of the Argentine capital’s premier boutique hotels. The
hotel’s impressive rooftop terrace, which contains a delightful whirlpool bath,
allows guests to recline and relax, so near yet so far from the bustling cityscape
the hotel is situated in the heart of.
THE GLU SUITE
Square footage: 755
Nightly rate: $310
Why we love it: The prestigious Glu suite includes a separate living
room and private terrace, in addition to the bedroom featuring a kingsize bed complete with fine linen sheets.
The bathroom includes a personal Jacuzzi and wide rainfall shower,
while the bedroom boasts a state-of-the-art entertainment system,
including wall-mounted LCD Hotelevision and DVD player. L’Occitane
toiletry products and a boutique wine selection round off a superb suite
which is certain to make an impression.
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WHERE TO STAY
ESTANCIA VILLA MARIA FACADE
ESTANCIA VILLA MARIA HORSE RIDING
ESTANCIA VILLA MARIA ROOMS
ESTANCIA VILLA MARIA
Combining all manner of modern comforts with traditional grace and
style, the hotel is recognized as one of the best getaways in the Greater
Buenos Aires area, offering guests the opportunity to take part in sporting
activities such as polo, horse riding and tennis while making the most of
the fresh country air. Estancia Villa Maria boasts a gourmet restaurant
along with a well-stocked bar, cigar salon and wine cellar, allowing
guests to indulge in luxurious splendor. The main building is comprised
of a three-floor Tudor mansion, situated in the midst of 65 hectares of
luscious green countryside, perfect for walking and all manner of outdoor
pursuits. A beautiful park designed by Charles Thays over 70 years ago
and featuring exquisite marble statues and benches defines the hotel’s
elegance, while the sumptuous swimming pool provides the perfect respite
to soaring temperatures in the height of summer.
VIP contact: Juan Giacalone, General Manager
Phone: +54 11 4832 8737
Email: info@estanciavillamaria.com
Address: Ruta 205 km 47.5, Ezeiza
Website: www.estanciavillamaria.com
Situated 45 minutes’ drive outside Buenos Aires and just 15 minutes from
Ezeiza International Airport, Estancia Villa Maria is a rural getaway for
those seeking to relax and reconnect with nature in a setting far removed
from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Designed by Alejandro Bustillo
and completed in 1927, the hotel is one of the best examples of Tudor
architecture in South America and is surrounded by beautiful gardens,
allowing for a truly natural experience.
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WHERE TO STAY
IN PUERTO IGUAZU
HOTEL CATARATAS
Phone: +54 37 5742 1100
Email: reservas@hotelcataratas.com
Address: Ruta 12 km 4, Puerto Iguazú
Website: www.hotelcataratas.com/en
Ideal for those seeking a luxurious retreat
while they visit one of the planet’s top tourist
attractions, the five-star Hotel Cataratas
boasts proximity to the region’s top sites as
well as excellent facilities.
A superb swimming pool, complete with a
tropical waterfall feature, allows guests to
make the most of warmer days, while the
food on offer is simply divine. What better
way to recuperate after seeing the falls than
by relaxing in the hotel’s spa and health
club? This hotel is sure to make your stay in
Misiones province a memorable one.
CATARATAS
HOTEL IGUAZU
LOI SUITES HOTEL IGUAZU
The spotless rooms combine natural harmony with luxury, while state-of-theart spa, gym and sauna facilities mean you can keep on top of your physical
wellbeing even in such a remote locale. The food at Loi Suites has also won
acclaim for its high quality, and the hotel offers a service that is second to none.
Phone: +54 37 5749 8300
Email: iguazu@loisuites.com.ar
Address: Iryapú sin Número, Casilla de Correo nº11, 3370
Website: www.loisuites.com.ar/en
Just 15 minutes from the waterfalls, which will doubtless be the motive for your
trip, nestles the sublime Loi Suites Hotel. Thoughtfully built in the tropical jungle
of Iriapu, with a focus on sustainable construction and maintenance, the Loi Suite
prides itself on respecting the natural environment while at the same time ensuring
the hotel delivers exemplary service and amenities to distinguished guests.
In addition to private suites that offer the highest level of comfort and
relaxation, Loi Suites has a multitude of function and event rooms providing
the perfect setting for meetings and conferences, whatever your needs. For
the more adventurous, the hotel offers hiking and kayaking and also boasts an
outdoor swimming pool.
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Where to Dine
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dding a South American twist to
traditional European gourmet,
Buenos Aires’ excellent gastronomic
offering is not limited to Argentina’s
world-leading beef. The city’s
cuisine is a microcosm of its culture,
blending Italian, French and other
Old World influences to create a truly
unique taste.
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CASA CRUZ
Phone: +54 11 4833 1112
Address: Uriarte 1658
Cuisine: Modern Argentine
Style / ambiance: Hyped as one of the city’s
best eateries, Casa Cruz does not disappoint.
With its stylish mahogany interior and dim
lighting greeting you after passing through the
unmarked entrance, the place oozes class,
and chef Germán Martitegui’s reputation as
one of South America’s finest is certainly
well-deserved. Martitegui serves up Argentine
cuisine with a modern twist, and, in addition
to the culinary pleasures Casa Sur imparts,
the restaurant has attracted acclaim for the
flamboyant drinks on offer.
SUCRE
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SUCRE
Phone: +54 11 4782 9082
Email: sucre@sucrerestaurant.com.ar
Address: Sucre 676
Website: www.sucrerestaurant.com.ar
Cuisine: Contemporary Argentine
Style / ambiance: No trip to Argentina would be complete without sampling some of the country’s
world-famous beef, and Sucre brings a contemporary and elegant touch to carnivorous cooking.
Under head chef Gonzalo Sacot, Sucre has received plaudits from domestic and international
critics for the novel manner in which it approaches traditional dishes, and the décor of the
restaurant is well suited to those who enjoy dining in a stylish, exclusive environment. Sucre is
also noteworthy for its liquid delicacies, with a wide range of premier cocktails served at the bar
and a comprehensive selection of imported and Argentine wines to savor.
SUCRE
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Where to Dine
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LA BoURGoGnE
General Manager: Pascal Bernard
Phone: +54 11 4808 2100
Email: labourgogne@alvear.com.ar
Address: Ayacucho 2027
Website: www.alvearpalace.com
Cuisine: French
Style / ambiance: Located inside the prestigious Alvear Palace Hotel,
La Bourgogne lives up to its reputation as one of the finest places to enjoy
French cuisine and international food in the whole of South America.
Jean Paul Bondoux is the chef at the only Relais & Chateaux restaurant
in Buenos Aires and delights the most demanding gourmands with his
refined cuisine. Every afternoon, he puts together one of the most renowned
‘Grill Rotissoire’ in the city. At night, he reveals his specials—one option of
which will be drawn from the plates that made him famous. To describe La
Bourgogne as elegant is to master the art of understatement, and you are
likely to be dining alongside Porteño celebrities and foreign dignitaries as
you enjoy divine food in the light, spacious restaurant.
LE MIStRAL, FoUR SEASon HotEL
VIP contact: Magali Horvat, Head of Reservations
Phone: +54 11 4321 1200
Email: magali.horvat@fourseasons.com
Website: www.fourseasons.com/buenosaires
Cuisine: Argentine
Style / ambiance: Located in the Four Seasons Hotel, Le Mistral is open for
breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers an inspired local cuisine created by
Executive Chef Matthias Zumstein and a variety of Argentine wines by the glass.
The setting is informal yet elegant with black-and-white marble floors, wooden
tables and leather-covered walls and chairs. The specialties include a buffet
for breakfast offering local items such as dulce de leche and mate, as well as a
complete à la carte menu. At dinner, experience local delicacies like ancas de
rana, mixed grill Mistral parrilla, slow-braised beef ribs and acclaimed Kobe
beef from animals raised in the pampas of Argentina. Pastry Chef Santiago
Marafuschi creates unique desserts such as warm coconut pudding, pineapple
marinated in cardamom and honey ice cream.
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VIP contact: Elmer Garcia
Phone: +54 11 4775 6964
Email: bsas@osaka.com.pe
Address: Soler 5608
Website: www.osaka.com.pe
Cuisine: Japanese / Peruvian fusion
Style / ambiance: Osaka was originally based on a Japanese/Peruvian fusion of foods
and has extended to include Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Nikkei and Peruvian cuisine –
a unique menu in anyone’s book. Frequently cited as the city’s best restaurant, the
menu at Osaka is constantly evolving combining new techniques with the studying of
culinary cultures. Osaka is an ideal place for private parties and special events. You
can hire the entire restaurant or just a section, for example the terrace, depending on
your needs and style of event.
CHILA
General Manager: Andrés Porcel
Phone: +54 11 4343 6067
Email: reservas@chilaweb.com.ar
Address: Alicia Moreau de Justo 1160
Website: www.chilaweb.com.ar
Cuisine: French-inspired Argentine
Style / ambiance: Reputed city-wide for it’s French-inspired Argentine delicacies,
Chila is fast becoming one of the places to be seen in Buenos Aires. As well as
boasting a kitchen famed as one of the capital’s best, Chila offers diners a private
room service which seats up to 20 and bestows an incredible view of Puerto
Madero, the city’s up-and-coming renovated dock district. In 2009, the restaurant
was awarded the prestigious Chef de l’Avenir award by the International Academy
of Gastronomy.
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VIP contact: Luis De Casas
Phone: +54 11 4010 9200
Email: mciddelapaz@faenaexperience.com
Address: Martha Salotti 445
Website: www.faenaexperience.com
Cuisine: Gourmet
Style / ambiance: Adventure combines with
elegance in one of the continent’s most
talked about restaurants, where awardwinning head chef Mariano Cid de la Paz
offers a delectable menu which earned El
Bistró the honor of being named among the
planet’s top ten hotel restaurants by Hotels
Magazine.
Part of the Faena Hotel + Universe, it is no
surprise that El Bistró has been noted for
quality and excellence of service. Faena
has attained numerous awards recognizing
its quality from a litany of established and
respected publications, and that is in no
small part due to the high quality of the
cuisine on offer at El Bistró. The restaurant
has earned glowing reviews from some of
South America’s most exacting critics, and
the prestige of the establishment continues
to grow. The tasting menu, allowing diners
to sample a selection of the chef’s finest
delicacies in addition to five varieties of
delicious wine, is an extremely popular
choice, particularly among those who find
it hard to choose from the plethora of
delicacies on offer.
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General Manager: Federico Fialayre
Phone: +54 11 4326 6698
Email: tomo1@tomo1.com.ar
Address: Carlos Pellegrini 521
Website: www.tomo1.com.ar
Cuisine: Porteño gourmet
Style / ambiance: Tomo I is recognized as
one of the quintessential gourmet restaurants
of the Buenos Aires circuit. Situated in the
mezzanine of the five-star Panoramico Hotel,
the Concaro sisters have won acclaim from
far and wide for a menu that evidences the
rich history of European immigration that has
made Buenos Aires what it is today. A sober
interior of organic fabrics and wood finish
gives a distinguished feel, and diners can relax
with a drink in the lounge prior to enjoying
unforgettable Argentine cuisine.
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nECtARInE
Phone: +54 11 4813 6993
Address: Vicente López 1661, between Montevideo
and Rodríguez Peña
Website: www.nectarinerestaurant.com
Cuisine: French gourmet
Style / ambiance: A sophisticated, romantic
French restaurant tucked into the tiny alley
of Vicente López in the Argentine capital’s
upscale Recoleta neighborhood. The wide
selection of Gaulish food and wine on offer
keeps Porteños with an appreciation for fine
dining coming back for more, and the open
kitchen makes for a memorable nouvelle
cuisine experience. The eight-course tasting
menu is extremely popular, enabling diners to
sample the very best that Nectarine has
to offer.
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oVIEDo
General Manager: Emilio Garip
Phone: +54 11 4822 5415
Email: oviedo@restaurantoviedo.com.ar
Address: Luis Antonio Beruti 1425 [or Beruti 2602]
Website: www.oviedoresto.com.ar
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Style / ambiance: Chef Martín Rebaulino is
renowned for the excellence of his seafood,
and Oviedo is well known among Porteños
with a taste for the finer things in life, due in
no small part to its impressive collection of
Spanish wines. The unique lighting system
gives an almost surreal air to the restaurant
while the food is simply divine, with each dish,
made using only the freshest ingredients,
bearing its own identifiable hallmarks. As
seats are at a premium, reserving a table is
strongly advised.
Where to be pampered
Be taken to another world of relaxation and beauty with top therapists and spas
MARKUS FOR MEN
MARKUS FOR MEN
Spa director: Marilyn Balaguer, co-founder
Phone: +54 11 4811 0058
Email: marilyn@markusformen.com
Address: Avenida Callao 1046
Website: www.markusformen.com
Treatments and facilities: Despite having been founded just five years ago, this
exclusively male day spa situated on Avenida Callao in the center of Buenos
Aires has already attracted international recognition for its quality of service and
meticulous attention to detail. Markus’ stylish 1950s décor, with smooth pastel
colors, frosted glass and walls upholstered in Slavonian oak, gives an instant
sense of relaxation, while the comfortable furniture helps you feel at ease as you
enjoy a revitalizing experience. Soothing music from Chinese and Japanese wind
instruments among other styles creates a peaceful ambiance, and, spending an
afternoon at Markus, it is easy to forget you are in one of the largest, busiest cities
on the planet.
Signature treatment: Markus offers a wide range of treatments for men who
wish to feel rejuvenated, from full spa packages to massages tailored to your
individual requirements. Siesta and relaxation rooms allow visitors to recuperate
in a soothing environment, and the spa places special emphasis on meeting the
individual needs of clients, offering a thorough, personalized service.
AHÍN WELLNESS & SPA AT PALACIO DUHAU PARK HYATT
Phone: +54 11 5171 1240
Email: spa.phbuenosaires@hyattintl.com
Address: Avenida Alvear 1661, C1014AAD
Website: www.buenosaires.park.hyatt.com/hyatt/pure/spas
Treatments and facilities: Situated in the fabulous Palacio Duhau Hotel, the
Ahín is a spacious haven set in more than 8,000 square feet which benefits from
an abundance of natural light, with fountains and a view of the hotel’s gardens
contributing to a tranquil atmosphere conducive to total relaxation for mind and
body. Ahín is the traditional welcome ceremony reserved for esteemed guests
in the indigenous Mapuche language, and the spa and wellness center certainly
lives up to the title.
Boasting a heated 25 meter pool along with spa suites, individual treatment
rooms and a hydrotherapy salon, the visitor is bound to leave feeling rejuvenated
and refreshed. To round off the package, a top of the line fitness studio with a
range of cardiovascular exercise technology is the perfect complement to the
range of treatments the Ahín has to offer.
Signature treatment: Ahín has won significant praise for its range of massages,
with several distinct treatments geared to offering the best possible service
according to the needs of the individual. Choose from Swedish, hot stone and
Shiatsu comfort massages among others, before enjoying one of the spa’s
splendid full-body ceremonial treatments. We recommend the detoxifying
mud therapy programme to leave your body feeling cleansed and revitalized. A
wide selection of facial treatments is also available, once again tailored to your
personal requirements.
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Where to be pampered
FAENA HOTEL + UNIVERSE SPA gIMANSIO RECEPTION
HOTEL HOME SPA
Spa Director: Gabriela Kresta
Phone: +54 11 4778 1008
Email: spa@homebuenosaires.com
Address: Honduras 5860
Website: www.homebuenosaires.com/spa.php
Treatments and facilities: Located in one of Buenos Aires’ trendiest
neighborhoods, Palermo Hollywood, the Hotel Home Spa belonging to the
guesthouse of the same name is one of the city’s definitive places to visit to
experience total relaxation and leave feeling re-energized. The spa offers a variety
of specific therapies, from deep-cleansing facials and exfoliating treatments to
full-body rejuvenation and expert massages.
Signature treatment: Especially popular among visitors to the Hotel Home’s
spa are the legendary packages that seek to combine various treatments and
therapies into a single day session, leaving you feeling revitalized from head to toe.
We recommend the full day 10am – 6pm package, which combines an authentic
Indian massage employing techniques honed over centuries, with a thorough body
scrub and facial. with ample time to enjoy the delightful, organic meals served up
from the HH kitchen.
FAENA SPA AT FAENA HOTEL + UNIVERSE
Spa director: Agustina Caminos
Phone: +54 11 4010 9000
Email: acaminos@faenaexperience.com
Address: Spa, Faena Hotel + Universe,
Martha Salotti 445
Website: www.faenahotelanduniverse.com
Treatments and facilities: Widely regarded as one
of South America’s finest spas and a member of
Leading Spas of the World, the Faena is situated
in the hotel of the same name close to the banks
of the River Plate. Located in Puerto Madero,
the city’s renovated and refreshed dock district,
the Faena offers a healthy range of treatments
and activities to leave you feeling invigorated and
revitalized. The Turkish-style hammam, designed
by Philippe Starck and fully-equipped treatment
rooms decked in Italian arabasceto marble are
stunning, while the Faena also boasts a Turkish
gommage room, sauna and massage room in
addition to a state-of-the-art fitness center
staffed by excellent personal trainers.
Signature treatment: The Faena Spa is famous
for its effective natural healing techniques,
and offers a full range of massages and crystal
therapy as well as pre and post sun treatments
to safeguard the skin. Its jet-lag treatment is
particularly popular among guests arriving in
Argentina from long-haul flights. A member of
Leading Spas, Faena ensures that all treatments
incorporate only the finest products by La
Prarie and Biologique Recherche. The spa also
offers specialized daily activities such as yoga,
stretching and tango classes.
FOUR SEASONS SPA
Spa director: Vanesa Rissel
Phone: +54 11 4321 1200
Email: healthclub.bue@fourseasons.com
Website: www.fourseasons.com/buenosaires/spa
Treatments and facilities: That the spa at the world famous Four Seasons is one
of the finest the Argentine capital has to showcase will come as a surprise to few;
the hotel’s iconic name is synonymous the world over with high quality service and
luxurious facilities. A range of invigorating treatments is on offer, with the spa’s
highly-trained wellness staff utilizing a full range of organic fruit and vegetable
oils along with herbs and aromatherapy treatments to provide a genuinely natural
revitalization experience.
Signature treatment: One of numerous signature treatments at the Four
Seasons, we recommend the Pachamama. Named after the Incan goddess of
Mother Earth who protected her people against illness and provided them with
nourishment, this procedure involves a natural salt and oil scrub followed by
natural oil deep massage, rounded off with the gentle application of perfumed
arrayán and green tea lotion
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What to do ➤ during the day
F
eaturing some of Latin America’s
finest museums, galleries and
cultural centers, there is no excuse
for not making the most of the
daylight hours in Argentina’s capital.
From historical sites to culture-
packed museums and galleries,
Buenos Aires has something for
everyone.
RECOLETA CEMETERY
PALERMO’S JAPANESE GARDENS
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JAPANESE GARDENS
Phone: +54 11 4804 4922
Email: informes@jardinjapones.org.ar
Address: Avenida Figueroa Alcorta y Avenida Casares
One of the largest and most impressive gardens of its kind outside
Japan, this tranquil site in Palermo offers a chance to relax and
contemplate away from the busy roads and bright lights of Latin
America’s third largest metropolis. Featuring Japanese flora such
as sakura, katsura and bonsai trees along with traditional sculptures
and bridges, it is easy for the visitor to forget they are still in
South America.
RECOLETA CEMETERY
Phone: +54 11 4804 7040
Address: Junin 1790, 1116
One of the most famous sites in Buenos Aires, Recoleta cemetery is home to the
remains of some of Argentina’s most famous sons and daughters. Situated in
the upscale Recoleta neighborhood, the cemetery is home to the tombs of Evita
Perón, Napoleon’s granddaughter and, according to legend, Louis XVII of France,
as well as numerous mausoleums where numerous former Argentine presidents
were laid to rest. Although a burial site may be considered an unorthodox tourist
attraction, Recoleta’s cemetery is certainly not to be missed, with the exquisite
masonry of the tombs a memorable sight to behold.
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LAS VIOLETAS
Phone: +54 11 4958 7387
Address: Avenida Rivadavia 3899
(on the corner of Medrano)
Website: www.lasvioletas.com
First opened to the public in 1884, Las Violetas
is steeped in history and stands out as one of
Buenos Aires’s premier cafés, combining the city’s
passion for delicious coffee with a healthy serving
of traditional coffee shop culture. The building was
opened in the 1920s during an age of prosperity
for Argentinians, and its Italian marble floors
and amazing French stained glass windows ooze
refinement as you enjoy coffee and cake in one of
the city’s top spots for a bite to eat and a refreshing
drink. Las Violetas was declared a city heritage site
in 1998 and has since undergone refurbishment to
preserve this little corner of history.
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LATIN AMERICAN MUSEUM OF ART
Phone: +54 11 4808 6511
Email: info@malba.org.ar
Address: MALBA, Avenida Figueroa Alcorta 3415
Website: www.malba.org.ar
Art enthusiasts would be foolish to overlook
the opportunity to browse one of the most
comprehensive collections of 20th century Latin
American works in the continent. Seeking to take
visitors beyond a mere visual appreciation of the
pieces on display, MALBA prides itself on providing
comprehensive information on the cultural and
historical significance of the artwork at its disposal,
and, since its opening in 2001, has firmly established
itself as one of the premier points on Buenos Aires’s
cultural circuit. Frequent exhibitions further maintain
MALBA’s status as one of the Argentine capital’s
most intriguing spots.
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NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE FINE ARTS
Phone: +54 11 5288 9900
Email: prensa@mnba.org.ar
Address: Avenida Figueroa Alcorta y Avenida Casares
Website: www.mnba.org.ar
Founded in 1896 and home to more than
12,000 works of art, the National Museum of
the Fine Arts (MNBA) is an essential point
on Buenos Aires’ cultural circuit. Housing
Argentine and foreign works, the museum
features guided tours in English as well as
Spanish, and is an absolute must for art
enthusiasts. As well as a comprehensive
collection of works, the MNBA frequently plays
host to exhibitions showcasing masterpieces
from different artists and periods.
What to do ➤ during the day
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PLAZA DE MAYO
PLAZA DE MAYO
One of the city’s quintessential landmarks and
the site of Argentina’s 1810 revolution which
brought about the end of Spanish dominion over
the territory and the birth of the republic, Plaza de
Mayo is nowadays a focal point in city life. Situated
at the end of Avenida de Mayo, with the Argentine
Congress a few kilometers down the street, the
square houses the Casa Rosada, the pink-tinged
presidential palace which over the years has been
the location for many a demonstration and political
rally. Put simply, it is unmissable, and is one of
Buenos Aires’ defining places. In addition to the
seat of the executive branch, the square is also
home to the Cabildo, the exquisite colonial-epoch
head of the city council, Buenos Aires’ Metropolitan
Cathedral and the May Pyramid, the obeliscal
structure in the center of the square which is the
city’s oldest monument, having been originally
ordered to celebrate the first anniversary of
Argentina’s May Revolution in 1811.
BUENOS AIRES BY HELICOPTER
THE HISTORIC TOwN OF COLONIA
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DAY TRIP TO COLONIA, URUGUAY
Take a day trip to one of Uruguay’s oldest towns and a place widely
regarded as one of the best-preserved colonial centers in the whole of
South America. Situated just over the River Plate from the Argentine
capital, UNESCO World Heritage site Colonia del Sacramento was
founded in 1680 by Portuguese explorers and the Old City boasts some
magnificently well preserved structures to marvel at. The hydrofoil
across the river takes just 45 minutes, meaning you are just a short
boat ride from taking a trip back in time to the region’s colonial past.
Your concierge will be only too happy to arrange a day trip for you.
HELICOPTER TOUR OF BUENOS AIRES
Phone: +54 11 3080 7775
Email: info@buenosaireshelicopter.com
Website: www.buenosaireshelicopter.com
Observe Latin America’s second-largest metropolis from the air and take in the
sheer scope of the city known as the Paris of the South. Helicópteros Buenos
Aires offers 60-minute tours of the city aboard its Robinson 22 and Robinson
44 craft, enabling you to gaze from the River Plate to the ocean and everywhere
in between. The only way to appreciate the size of the Argentine capital and its
surrounding districts is from the air, and the trip is certain to live long in the memory.
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What to do ➤ during the night
R
enowned continent-wide for its
excellent nightlife, which starts
long after sundown and ends well
after dawn has arrived, it would be a
sin not to explore what Buenos Aires
has to offer after dark. Observe our
TEATRO COLON
recommendations to point you in the
right direction.
ROJO TANGO, FAENA
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ROJO TANGO
Phone: +54 11 5787 1536
Email: info@rojotango.com
Address: Faena Hotel + Universe, 445 Martha Salotti
Website: www.rojotango.com
An intimate, traditional tango experience steeped in luxury, the Rojo
Tango show at the Faena takes pride of place as the premier showcase
of one of the cornerstones of Buenos Aires’ cultural heritage. Sit in
awe amid fine velvet upholstery and classy low lighting, as the Rojo’s
elegant dancers whisk you back to Argentina’s turn of the century
golden age. The option to indulge in gourmet cuisine as you enjoy the
spectacle is also highly recommended.
TEATRO COLÓN
Phone: +54 11 4378 7100
Email: info@teatrocolon.org.ar
Address: Cerrito 628
Website: www.teatrocolon.org.ar
Testament to Argentina’s position as one of the world’s wealthiest cities
at the turn of the 20th century, the Teatro Colón (Columbus Theater)
is a magnificent structure widely regarded as one of South America’s
most elegant edifices. Completed in 1908 and re-opened in early 2010
following a lengthy period of refurbishment, the theater plays host to
all manner of concerts, plays and expositions. A must-see during your
stay in Buenos Aires.
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TORTONI
Phone: +54 11 4342 4238
Email: tortoni@cafetortoni.com.ar
Address: Avenida de Mayo 825
Website: www.cafetortoni.com.ar
The embodiment of Buenos Aires’ café
culture, the iconic Café Tortoni was opened
by a French immigrant in 1858. Since then, its
reputation has grown as a place steeped in the
essence of the city. Once a popular hangout
for artists, writers and musicians, Tortoni is
now one of the most famous evening spots in
the whole country.
What to do ➤ during the night
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RIVER PLATE AT ESTADIO MONUMENTAL
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FOOTBALL
RIVER PLATE
Phone: +54 11 4789 1200
Email: club@cariverplate.com.ar
Address: Estadio Antonio Vespucio Liberti, Avenida Pte. Figueroa Alcorta 7597
Website: www.cariverplate.com.ar
One of Argentina’s ‘big two’ clubs, River Plate is recognised globally
as one of the biggest names in world football. The imposing Estadio
Monumental, capacity 66,000, was the site of the 1978 World Cup final,
an event etched in the memory of every Argentine football fan as it
heralded the national side’s first triumph.
LIVE FOOTBALL BOCA JUNIORS
Phone: +54 11 5777 1212
Email: cas@bocajuniors.com.ar
Address: Estadio Alberto J. Armando, Brandsen 805
Website: www.bocajuniors.com.ar
Arguably South America’s most iconic football club, Boca Juniors is
steeped in history. Deeply rooted in the working class neighbourhood of
La Boca, the club’s rivalry with more affluent fellow porteño outfit River
Plate makes for one of the most famous derbies in world football.
Based at La Bombonera (the Chocolate Box), with its steep stands
and electric atmosphere courtesy of legendary fan group La Doce (the
Twelfth Man), Boca is the club that gave Diego Maradona his first shot
at the big time. A match day visit is unmissable for fans of the sport.
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ESQUINA CARLOS GARDEL TANGO
Phone: +54 11 4867 6363
Email: info@esquinacarlosgardel.com.ar
Address: Carlos Gardel 3200, C1215AAB
Website: www.esquinacarlosgardel.com.ar
This is a traditional venue and one perfect for
introducing outsiders to one of the quintessential
elements of Buenos Aires’ rich culture. Tango is
now recognized globally as an integral aspect of
the River Plate region’s development into one of
Latin America’s most culturally distinct areas,
and the dance has been practised in the Argentine
capital since the late 19th century. Originally an
exclusively working class pursuit, tango has evolved
to the status of a refined pastime, and Esquina
Carlos Gardel is a great place for those seeking an
initiation into the discipline to get a first taste of this
historically and socially significant movement.
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LA TRASTIENDA
Phone: +54 11 4342 7650
Address: Balcarce 460
Website: www.latrastienda.com
This intimate live music venue situated in the
heart of the Bohemian district of San Telmo
draws the finest artists from all over the world,
attracted to its intimate ambiance and popularity
among genuine music lovers. In addition to
showcasing international stars, La Trastienda
promotes local talent, with Argentine musicians
featuring prominently on the schedule and drawing
enthusiastic crowds. The venue is a great place to
get a feel for the famous Buenos Aires nightlife, and
to broaden your musical horizons while you’re at it.
Founded in 1993, La Trastienda has seating capacity
for 400 people and additional standing room for a
thousand more.
Past Millonario greats have included Gabriel Batistuta, Hernán Crespo
and Claudio Caniggia. Games are usually played on Saturdays and
Sundays, with kick-off times varying according to TV schedules.
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LA BIELA
Phone: +54 11 4804 0449
Address: Avenida Quintana 600
Website: www.labiela.com
Situated in up-market Recoleta, La Biela is a
fashionable bar and café that originally achieved
fame as a favored hangout for motorsport
enthusiasts. Nowadays, crowds are drawn to the
exquisite menu and delectable drinks and coffees
on offer as much as the prestige of being seen in
one of Buenos Aires’ most exclusive venues. La
Biela’s location couldn’t be more ideal: situated
opposite the renowned church of Nuestra Senora
del Pilar and the adjoining Recoleta Cemetery,
the café is located right in the heart of one of
Buenos Aires’ most desirable districts, meaning
you will not have to go out of your way to enjoy
one of the city’s finest lunch spots.
What to do ➤ Featured events
A
s a cultural hotspot there is never
a shortage of things to do in this
cosmopolitan capital. Famed for its
sporting prowess, Buenos Aires hosts a
number of illustrious events, attracting
the top players on the glamorous tennis
and polo scene. Although known for its
European vibe, the city also buzzes with
the color and zeal of Latin American
culture and a Tango salon is a must for
any elite traveler.
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COPA CLARO ARGENTINA 2013
FEBRUARY 16-24, 2013
Phone: +54 11 4105 5200
Address: Buenos Aires Lawn Tennis Club, Olleros 1510, 1426
Website: www.copaclaro.com
Buenos Aires hosts another edition of this prestigious all-male tennis
tournament, with the world’s best players returning once again to the clay
courts at the somewhat misleadingly named Buenos Aires Lawn Tennis Club.
The tournament is part of the ATP World Tour, and reigning champion David
Ferrer will be looking to retain his title as he battles it out alongside some of
the ATP tour’s biggest names at the famous Palermo club. Past championship
winners have included Argentine sensation David Nalbandian and Brazilian star
Gustavo Kuerten, and 2013 is set to be another memorable year for the ATP
Buenos Aires. The tournament has run on and off since its inception in 1968,
when Australian Roy Emerson triumphed over his compatriot Rod Laver in the
final of the inaugural competition. Argentine crowd favorite Guillermo Vilas ruled
the roost during the seventies, winning the event a record eight times, including a
memorable victory over Swede Bjorn Borg to earn him his first title in 1973.
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BUENOS AIRES TANGO FESTIvAL & WORLd CHAMPIONSHIP
AUGUST 14-28, 2012
Phone: 0800 333 7848
Email: info@festivales.gob.ar
Address: Various venues across the city
Website: www.tangobuenosaires.gob.ar
Romance and passion flood the streets of Buenos Aires during this annual
festival which draws all the big names in the world of tango. Considered
the birthplace of the dance, the city hosts concerts, exhibitions and shows
in various venues during the two week extravaganza. For the elite traveler
wishing to brush up on their feisty footwork, there are dance lessons held all
over the city, or you could relax and enjoy the dance in its finest form at the
World Dance Championship.
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ARGENTINE OPEN POLO TOURNAMENT
NOvEMBER – dECEMBER, ANNUALLY
Phone: +54 11 4777 6444
Email: torneos@aapolo.com
Address: Campo Argentino de Polo en Palermo
Website: www.aapolo.com
Boasting the highest number of ten-goal players in the sport, Argentina has
long been regarded as the mecca of polo. The fifth-oldest polo competition
in the world, the Argentine Open is one of the most important international
championships at club level. Glamorous crowds flock to the event to watch
the world’s top polo players fight for victory before celebrating at glittering
parties in the capital’s most exclusive bars and clubs.
TANGO dIP
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WHAT TO DO ➤ SHOPPING
B
uenos Aires is famous for shopping,
with outstanding leather products
and jewelry among the items that
keep tourists coming back year after
year. Arguably South America’s most
fashionable city, you are sure to find
something you like in Recoleta and
Palermo’s boutique shops or one of the
capital’s stylish malls.
INTERIOR MARCELO
BeST SHOPPING DISTrIcTS
RECOLETA
Renowned as one of Buenos Aires’ most
sought-after neighborhoods, it’s no surprise
Recoleta features some of the city’s most
stylish shopping, in addition to notable
landmarks such as the world-famous cemetery
and Fine Art Museum. Countless boutiques
housing the latest collections of European
designers adorn the district’s streets, with
a particularly high concentration of upscale
retail outlets to be found on the prestigious
Avenida Alvear, the seven-block street which
for decades has been home to some of
Argentina’s most glamorous names. Recoleta
is one of the must-visit areas in Buenos Aires,
with its stunning French-inspired architecture
one of the principal contributing factors to the
Argentine capital’s reputation as the ‘Paris
of the South’. As well as fantastic shopping,
Recoleta is home to some of the city’s finest
hotels and restaurants.
PALERMO
Just up the road from Recoleta sits Palermo, one of
Buenos Aires’ largest districts and another excellent
place to find some of the best retail offerings in the
city. Palermo is acclaimed by locals and visitors
alike as one of the capital’s trendiest districts,
with boutique shops nestling alongside upscale
restaurants and nightclubs, making it a destination
of choice among the well-to-do and the place to see
and be seen. Many of Buenos Aires’ most exclusive
shops are located in the Palermo Soho subdivision,
a chic, bohemian enclave of cafés, restaurants and
boutiques where some of the finest shopping in
the city is concentrated. For those wishing to take
a break from shopping, Palermo is also home to
the Argentine Polo Grounds (Campo Argentino de
Polo), and the largest Japanese gardens to be found
anywhere outside the Asian nation.
BeST AreA fOr jeWelry
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4804 3222
Email: petitpalais@simonettaorsini.com
Address: Ayacucho 1945, C1112AAI
Website: www.simonettaorsini.com
Founded more than a decade ago and drawing
on a history dating back to 1920, Simonetta
Orsini is the Argentine capital’s jewelry store
par excellence, with an unbeatable selection
of wares from the world’s leading brands.
The Petit Palais boutique located in Recoleta
is renowned as one of the foremost places to
purchase such finery in the whole of South
America, featuring jewelry and watches
from international heavyweights such as
Cartier and Chanel, as well as offerings
from local brands that may catch your eye.
With additional outlets located nearby on
Calle Posadas, and slightly further afield in
fashionable Belgrano, there is no excuse for
leaving a trip to Simonetta Orsini off your
Buenos Aires itinerary.
BeST AreA fOr leATHer
No trip to Buenos Aires would be complete
without sampling some of Argentina’s
famous leather products, held in high esteem
worldwide and generally considered to be
among the best in the world. The export
of leather was central to the growth of
Argentina’s economy in the late 19th century,
and today some of the most highly regarded
leather goods in the world can be found in the
nation’s capital. Shops selling such products
abound, however we feel the following are the
best the city has to offer:
CASA LOPEZ
Phone: +54 11 4814 7477
Email: info@casalopez.com.ar
Address: Local 1019, Patio Bullrich, Avenida
Libertador 700
Website: www.casalopez.com.ar
SYLVIA Y MARIO – LEATHER FACTORY
Phone: +54 11 4315 2062
Email: info@silviaymario.com
Address: M.T. de Alvear, 550, 1058
Website: www.silviaymario.com/en
DeSTINATION GuIDe SerIeS
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GALERIAS PACIFICO CEILING WALL
BeST SHOPPING MAllS
PATIO BULLRICH
Phone: +54 11 4814 7400
Address: Avenida Libertador 700
Website: www.shoppingbullrich.com.ar
First open to the public in 1988 and
subsequently expanded in 1995, the now
legendary Patio Bullrich sits in a property
formerly owned by the family of the same
name, designed by English architect Juan
Waldorp and constructed in 1867. Situated
in the upscale Retiro district, the magnificent
neoclassical building now plays host to
Buenos Aires’s premier shopping mall, with
the Bullrich containing a wide variety of
outlets offering high quality goods from some
of the world’s most desirable brands, with
the advantage of being located right in the
heart of the city. As well as offering quality
shopping opportunities, the mall has several
restaurants to help sustain those in pursuit
of rest and relaxation when hunger sets in
following a hard day’s shopping.
GALERÍAS PACÍFICO
Phone: +54 11 5555 5110
Email: gpacifico@galeriaspacifico.com.ar
Address: Florida y Avenida Córdoba
Website: www.progaleriaspacifico.com.ar/eng/
locales.php
Ideally situated in the centre of the city on the corner
of two bustling streets, the narrow, pedestrianized
Calle Florida and the enormous, Manhattan-esque
Avenida Córdoba, Galerías Pacífico offers style
and convenience to those searching for everything
under one roof. Housed in a magnificent building
that has been listed as a historic national monument
since 1989, the mall is perfectly in keeping with the
reputation of the neighborhood of Recoleta as an
upmarket destination replete with high class shopping
and dining facilities. Pacífico first opened in 1992
and features stores from internationally recognized
brands, including Christian Lacroix and Polo Ralph
Lauren. The mall stays open until 9pm every day
of the week, even on Sundays, offering discerning
shoppers flexibility as well as style and choice.
ALTO PALERMO
Phone: +54 11 5777 8000
Address: Santa Fe 3253
Website: www.altopalermo.com.ar
Shopping in the fashionable district of Palermo
moved into a different league when Alto Palermo
opened its doors for the first time in 1990, with
this mall combining chic style and an impressive
number of shops, making it one of the best
places to buy luxury goods in Buenos Aires. With
a focus on attracting female shoppers, the mall
offers a pleasant alternative to browsing the
boutiques in Recoleta or Palermo itself, shielding
those in search of that special something from
the elements, while at the same time offering
variety and unquestionable quality. Alto Palermo
celebrated its 20th birthday in 2010 and, featuring
stores such as Christian Lacroix, Dior and Calvin
Klein, has long established itself as a premier
retail destination within Argentina’s capital. An
array of cafés and restaurants provides a perfect
complement to the excellent shopping on offer.
AUDEMARS PIGUET
BAUME & MERCIER
Phone: +54 11 4315 6616/6626
Address: Petrona Eyle 421. (Esq. Juana Manso),
C1107CJC
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4804 3222
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4800 1803
Address: Posadas 1101
Website: www.audemarspiguet.com
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4775 0673
Address: Jorge Newbery 1651,
Shp La Cuadra, Loc 34
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4811 1409
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4778 3669
TESTORELLI JOYERO
Phone: +54 11 5777 8244
Address: Cnel Diaz 2098, L.244
TESTORELLI JOYERO
Phone: +54 11 4743 0753
Address: 9 de Julio 466
TESTORELLI JOYERO
Phone: +54 11 4717 0071
Address: Parana 3745, Martinez Unicenter
Website: www.baume-et-mercier.com
jeWelry AND WATcHeS
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BREGUET
BREGUET
Phone: +54 11 4811 0069
Address: Patio Bullrich, C1014AAC
DANFER
Phone: +54 11 4782 0430
Address: O’Higgins 1917, C1428AGC
Website: www.breguet.com
IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN
JOYERIA CHRONOS
Phone: +54 11 4312 6073
Address: Calle Florida 1045
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4811 4209
Website: www.chopard.com
IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN BOUTIQUE
Phone: +54 11 4804 3222
Address: Buenos Aires Petit Palais,
Ayacucho, 1945
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4811 1409
Address: Posadas, 1101
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4775 0673
Address: Jorge Newbery, 1651, Loc. 34, Shopping
La Cuadra
VLG AMERICAS
Phone: +54 11 4804 9937
Address: Avenida Quintana 529
Website: www.iwc.ch
BULGARI
JOYERÍA EVE
Phone: +54 29 4444 5756
Address: Paseo Alcorta, Jeronimo Salguero 3172
JOYERÍA TESTORELLI
Phone: +54 11 5777 8244
Address: Alto Palermo, Santa Fe 3253,
Local 244
JOYERÍA TESTORELLI
Phone: +54 11 5555 5232
Address: Galerias Pacifico, Florida y Cordoba,
Local 2-32
Website: www.bulgari.com
JAEGER-LECOULTRE
Phone: +54 11 4804 3222
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4811 1409
CHRONOS BA
Phone: +54 11 4312 6073
Address: Florida 1045
Website: www.jaegerlecoultre.com
CARTIER
BOUTIQUE CARTIER
Phone: +54 11 4804 2422
Address: Avenida Alvear 1898, 1129AAN
JOYERÍA EVE
Phone: +54 11 4382 3809
Address: Petrona Eyle 421
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4811 1409
TESTORELLI
Phone: +54 11 5777 8244
Address: Alto Palermo, Coronel Díaz 2098, L. 244
Website: www.cartier.com
CHANEL - WATCHES & FINE JEWELRY
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4811 4209
THE WATCH GALLERY
Phone: +54 11 4805 4755
Address: Avenida Alvear 1910
Website: www.chanel.com
CHOPARD
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4804 3222
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4778 3669
Address: Jorge Newbery 1651
MONTBLANC
Phone: +54 11 4804 7924
Address: Ayacuchu 1906, C1129 ABB
Website: www.montblanc.com
FACHADA RETOCADA
HUBLOT
HUBLOT
Phone: +54 11 4315 6616
Address: Puerto Masero Este, Petrona
Eyele 421, C1107CJC
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4800 11803
Address: Jorge Newbery
THE WATCH GALLERY
Phone: +54 11 4805 4755
Address: Avenida Alvear 1910, 1651
Local 34 1426
JOYERIA TESTORELLI
Phone: +54 11 4743 8000
Address: 9 De Julio 466,
San Isidro, B1642DLD
Website: www.hublot.com
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OFFICINE PANERAI
Phone: +54 11 4802 0170
Address: Avenida Alvear 1814, C1129AAN
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4811 1409
Website: www.panerai.com
OMEGA
BLEU JOYAS & DISEÑOS
Phone: +54 11 4788 5383
Address: Sucre 2163
DANFER JOYEROS
Phone: +54 11 4371 0621
Address: Uruguay 564
DANFER JOYEROS
Phone: +54 11 4811 2229
Address: Callao 1094
DANFER JOYEROS
Phone: +54 11 4182 0430
Address: O Higgins 1917
Website: www.omegawatches.com
PATEK PHILIPPE
THE WATCH GALLERY
Phone: +54 11 4804 8968
Website: www.patek.com
TIFFANY
UNICENTER
Phone: +54 11 4836 2565
Address: Parana 3745, Martinez (1640), Local 1113
GALERIAS PACIFICO
Phone: +54 11 5555 5259
Website: www.tiffany.com
VACHERON CONSTANTIN
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4811 1409
AVENIDA ALVEAR
Phone: +54 11 4804 8968
Address: Avenida Alvear 1910, C 1129 AAO
SIMONETTA
Phone: +54 11 4804 3222
Website: www.vacheron-constantin.com
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4811 1409
Website: www.zenith-watches.com
LOUIS VUITTON
ZENITH
Phone: +54 11 4312 6073
Address: Florida 1045, C1005AAU
JOYERIA EVE
Phone: +54 11 4315 6616
Address: Petrona Eyle 421, C1107CJC
SIMONETTA ORSINI
Phone: +54 11 4775 0673
Address: Jorge Newbery 1651
fASHION AND AcceSSOrIeS
CALVIN KLEIN
KENZO
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO
CALVIN KLEIN
Phone: +54 11 4814 7557
Address: Patio Bullrich, Avenida
Libertador 700, Nível Libertador, L0033
CALVIN KLEIN JEANS
Phone: +54 11 4814 0696
CALVIN KLEIN UNDERWEAR
Phone: +54 11 5777 8003
Address: Alto Palermo, Santa Fe 3253,
NPB LO003, Planta Baja
Website: www.calvinklein.com
Phone: +54 11 4814 7487
Address: Patio Bullrich, Avenida Libertador 700,
Nível Posadas, 1029
Website: www.kenzo.com
Phone: +54 11 4802 0809
Website: www.louisvuitton.com
Phone: +54 11 5171 1237
Address: Avenida Alvear, 1661, C1014AAD
AEROPUERTO INTERNACIONAL DE EZEIZA
STORES 21 & 22
Phone: +54 11 4378 4100
Address: Autopista Richieri, Espigón
Internacional B, 1802
Website: www.ferragamo.com
MAX MARA
VALENTINO
Phone: +54 11 4815 3281
Address: Patio Bullrich, Avenida Libertador 700,
Nível Posadas, 1035
Website: www.maxmara.com
Phone: +54 11 4802 8807
Website: www.valentino.com
NINA RICCI
Phone: +54 11 4893 4433
Address: Avenida Alvear, 1628
Website: www.zegna.com
CHRISTIAN DIOR
Phone: +54 11 4804 9244
Address: Lafinur, 3057
Website: www.dior.com
CHRISTIAN LACROIX
Phone: +54 11 5777 6604
Address: Shopping Paseo Alcorta, Salguero 3172
Website: www.christian-lacroix.fr
FENDI
Phone: +54 11 4812 0530
Website: www.fendi.com
HERMES
Phone: +54 11 4804 1209
Website: www.hermes.com
LOUIS VUITTON
Website: www.ninaricci.com
POLO RALPH LAUREN
POLO RALPH LAUREN
Phone: +54 11 4819 1888
Address: Avenida Alvear 1780, C1014AAR
POLO RALPH LAUREN
Phone: +54 11 5555 5210
Address: Galerías Pacífico, Florida & Cordoba
POLO RALPH LAUREN
Phone: +54 11 4717 5665
Address: Unicenter Shopping, Paraná 3745
Website: www.ralphlauren.com
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ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA
CALVIN KLEIN
Need to kNow
S
ituated on the banks of the River
Plate, Buenos Aires’s history is
intrinsically linked with river transport
MARINAS
- and what better way to arrive in the
city than by yacht? From here you can
head south to explore the vast expanse
of Patagonia or north towards Uruguay
and Brazil.
PUERTO MADERO
YACHT CLUB PUERTO MADERO
Phone: +54 11 4313 8008
Address: Olga Cossettini y Victoria Ocampo, Dique IV
Website: www.yachtcpm.com.ar
Situated close to the center of Buenos Aires, in the fashionable,
regenerated dock district of Puerto Madero, this yacht club matches
an ideal location with a stylish place to leave your vessel having been
designed by Camper & Nicholsons Marinas with the latest technology.
In addition to more than 200 moorings and an average annual marina
depth of seven meters (23 feet), the club has excellent facilities. A
retractable bridge separating the marina from dry land contributes to
the excellent security at the club for further peace of mind.
PUERTO MADERO
YACHT CLUB ARGENTINO SAN FERNANDO
Phone: +54 11 4314 0505
Email: yca@yca.org.ar
Address: Viamonte y Rio de la Plata, Darsena Norte (1107), Ciudad
Autonoma de Buenos Aires
Website: www.yca.org.ar
The San Fernando Yacht Club, located in Virreyes just 16 miles outside
the city center, offers a wide range of services to boating enthusiasts.
The YCA organizes 365 regattas for 6,500 boats of international and
formula classes. Founded in 1860, this marina has space for more than
500 vessels, and can accommodate large yachts without problem.
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Need to kNow
PRIVAte Jet teRMINALS
OxYGEN AvIATION
Phone: +44 (0)1403 237 010
Email: info@oxygenaviation.com
Website: www.oxygenaviation.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/oxygenaviation
Services: Oxygen Aviation is synonymous with excellence in private
jet travel. By consistently providing an unsurpassed level of service,
Oxygen Aviation has become a major force in the private jet market
that offers total worldwide coverage. It provides a full aviation
solution; aircraft charter, sales, management, block-hours and
consultancy. You have choices where to spend your time, money and
energies and Oxygen Aviation will ensure you have more of these
once you begin traveling with them.
LEAR JET
JORGE NEWBERRY AIRPORT – MACAIR JET
Phone: +54 11 3581 1451
Email: lscigliano@macairjet.com.ar
Address: Hangar Macair Jet, Avenida Rafael Obligado S/N
Website: www.macairjet.com.ar
Services: Macair Jet offers a range of services catering for those who
wish to travel in luxury. All flights are taken aboard next generation
aircraft, with fax and satellite telephone services available onboard.
JORGE NEWBERRY AIRPORT – ROYAL CLASS
Phone: +54 11 4776 0888
Email: info@royalclass.com.ar
Address: Avenida Sarmiento s/n - Hangar 8
Website: www.royalclass.com.ar
Services: Royal Class has an extremely modern fleet of top-of-therange aircraft, with highly trained staff ensuring a smooth journey from
start to finish. Gourmet, homemade food is served on board, to ensure
maximum culinary pleasure while traveling in the utmost comfort.
Charter operations: Macair Jet provides a wide range of aeronautical
services, arranging charter flights, executive air travel, emergency flights
and helicopter flight services. Macair Jet’s fleet features Bombardier Learjet
25 & 35 craft, a Gulfstream G IV, Jetstream 32P and a larger McDonnell
Douglas MD-87, which holds up to 109 passengers.
Charter operations: Royal Class boasts one of the most modern
aeronautical fleets in South America, and its lineup contains the
following Cessna craft: Citation X, Citation V Ultra, Citation V, Citation
Jet 1999 and Citation Jet 1994.
MUNSER FBO
Contact: Marcelo Ribet, operations manager
Phone: +549 11 5452 0594 / +54 11 4575 1070
Email: mercedes.puppo@munser.com
Address: Corporate Building, 2nd floor, of.203, Ezeiza International Airport
Website: www.munserfbo.com
Services: Munser FBO operates throughout Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay,
providing a wealth of aeronautical services, including private, corporate aircraft
handling services along with catering, crew and pax transportation, fuel
coordination, hotel reservations, pilot navigators onboard, flight plans and specific
tour arrangements. Their experienced, professional team is permanently on hand
to ensure that passengers receive the very highest levels of care and attention,
and the company’s record in terms of providing necessary logistical support and
aviation services to corporate clients sets the company apart in terms of offering
consistently high levels of performance.
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Need to kNow
WHEN BEST TO GO
The spring months September - November and
the fall from March - May are the best times to
visit Buenos Aires.
The summer months, while gloriously sunny,
tend to be stiflingly hot, and many residents of
the city flock to the beachside resorts of Mar del
Plata in Buenos Aires Province or Punta del Este
in Uruguay to escape the hot weather. Freezing
cold winters mean that the spring and fall are the
optimum seasons to spend time in Buenos Aires.
LANGUAGE
Rioplatense Spanish (Castellano). English
sometimes spoken, but basic Spanish is useful.
CURRENCY
Argentine Peso - ARS
ExCHANGE RATE
$1 = ARS 3.95, £1 = ARS 6.34, €1 = ARS 5.50
COUNTRY DIALLING CODE
+54
24-HOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT
Ambulance: 107
Fire services: 100
Police: 101
TIME ZONE
GMT -3
POPULATION
3.1 million
USefUL INfoRMAtIoN
DRESS AND CUSTOMS
Buenos Aires attire for tourists is western.
However, in sacred sites such as churches, it
is best to wear clean, long-sleeve shirts, pants
and closed-toed shoes. Evenings can be colder
than expected even if the day has been mild.
A smoking ban officially in place is not
observed in many establishments. If you are
invited to any family home, it is considered
courtesy to bring a small gift for the hosts.
LOCAL TIME/BUSINESS HOURS
Argentina is three hours behind GMT with no
daylight saving hour. Shops and businesses
tend to remain open until late in the evening,
shutting their doors at around 9 -10pm in
many cases.
Argentinians eat their evening meal much
later than is customary in Europe. It is
common to see restaurants packed with
diners well after midnight, and clubbing does
not get going until after 2am at the earliest.
Minimum
temperature (°c)
Maximum
temperature (°c)
Total rainfall
Number of rain
days
January
17
30
99
9
February
16
28
107
9
March
14
26
124
9
April
11
22
89
9
May
7
19
71
8
June
5
15
56
6
July
5
15
61
7
August
5
17
66
8
September
7
19
78
7
October
10
22
112
10
November
12
25
104
10
December
15
28
97
9
Month
ExCLUSIvE TRANSPORT
IMPRONTA
Phone: +54 11 5236 6666
Email: info@improntatransfers.com.ar
Address: Avenida L.N.Alem 668 - 13º piso
Website: www.improntatransfers.com.ar
Impronta offers impeccable quality of service to visitors to Argentina’s
capital, with luxury car rental either with or without a private chauffeur
and an excellent line of vehicles, including Mercedes Benz and 4x4
staples, as well as a distinct collection of classic and concept cars.
SILvERSTAR TRANSPORT
Phone: +549 11 6826 8876 / +54 15 6826 8876
Email: fourpoint64@yahoo.com
Website: www.silverstarcar.com
SilverStar boasts an impressive lineup of cars and bilingual drivers
to facilitate a pleasant stay in the Argentine capital. All requests are
catered for, and the company emphasizes the importance of punctuality
and professionalism, priding itself on delivering excellent service
every time.
MACAIR JET – HELICOPTER SERvICE
Phone: +54 11 3581 1451
Email: lscigliano@macairjet.com.ar
Address: Hangar Macair Jet, Avenida Rafael Obligado S/N
Website: www.macairjet.com.ar
Macair Jet provides a helicopter service for those wishing to travel in
unrivalled style. The company’s Bell 427 copter holds up to six passengers
with a luggage capacity of 220 pounds and is fully equipped for the executive
traveler, with a bilingual crew and gourmet catering on board.
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