Basically, I will be getting into EZE 6 hours ahead of my husband and I was wondering if there was any place inside the airport where I could comfortably and safely relax for that long with a book while I wait for him. I have never been to EZE before, I will have all of our luggage, and leaving the aiport while I wait is not an option.

Thanks!

Basically, I will be getting into EZE 6 hours ahead of my husband and I was wondering if there was any place inside the airport where I could comfortably and safely relax for that long with a book while I wait for him. I have never been to EZE before, I will have all of our luggage, and leaving the aiport while I wait is not an option.

Thanks!

I dont think you will find it comfortable at all. If its really busy you might even find it difficult to find a seat.

I recommend you go to the hotel ahead of your husband and wait for him there.

Keep in mind that I dont live in BA, so Gaucho2K or another knowledgeable and helpful local might know about something I havent come across.

Good Luck!

I recently waited alone for 11 hours in the international terminal at DEL, outside security. I cannot imagine that any airport could possibly be worse than that one. Killing 6 hours will be no problem. I was hoping there would be a recommended lounge or restaurant I could go to.

I recently waited alone for 11 hours in the international terminal at DEL, outside security. I cannot imagine that any airport could possibly be worse than that one. Killing 6 hours will be no problem. I was hoping there would be a recommended lounge or restaurant I could go to.

If I remember correctly there is one cafe outside security (upstairs I think) that serves some pretty basic fare (sandwiches). I think the chairs are wooden, though. If I were just stuck there I would get a book (like you said) and crash in one of the padded (I think) chairs where the arrivals come out. As bad as that is, I cannot remember a better place to sit at EZE.

There is a cafe/restaurant upstairs at EZE landside. (That said, if you have a baggage cart in tow, think about how you are going to get your luggage cart upstairs.)

There are also some seats generally available near the upstairs departure tax collection window. (But keep in mind how you are going to get your luggage upstairs.)

With a lot of luggage waiting for 6 hours either on the ground level or upstairs, one word of caution: not necessarily easy to use the bathrooms.

I recently waited alone for 11 hours in the international terminal at DEL, outside security. I cannot imagine that any airport could possibly be worse than that one. Killing 6 hours will be no problem. I was hoping there would be a recommended lounge or restaurant I could go to.

I'm curious on what the bathroom situation was like at DEL during those 12 hours in the arrival waiting hall. (I've spent a fair amount of time there myself when left to my own devices, but definitely try to minimize my use of public facilities there.) Were you by yourself, and what was done or would have been done if by yourself and having to use the restroom there?

Do they have any luggage carts in the BsAs airport at all?
Rita

PS, and if you think you might venture out of the airport, and could go directly to the hotel, I would suggest that. If you venture out, but you can't check into the hotel, drop your luggage off and then go to lunch somewhere.

I would recommend
Pan & Teatro (http://www.panyteatro.com.ar/). They would happily bring you a relaxing lunch, you could sit in the back and people watch, bring a book and just prop your feet up and wait for your husband.

Rita

Do they have any luggage carts in the BsAs airport at all?
Rita

While I almost always come through with carry-on only, at least for arrival, luggage carts are there in the baggage claim area.

While I almost always come through with carry-on only, at least for arrival, luggage carts are there in the baggage claim area.

Okay, then I would go with my recommendation that the OP try to check into her hotel, and if that is not possible, at least leave her luggage in their safe keeping.

So grab a luggage cart, get to the paid taxi stand (just outside of the customs control), they'll help you get your luggage to the taxi (they'll want a tip, of course) and ride on into the city.

If you can't get in to your room at the hotel, grab a book and go to a coffee shop nearby your hotel (wherever you are, there will be a coffee shop) and sit and people watch.

You could also walk in to a beauty salon and have your hair and nails done. I got mine done for $15. total. That would be relaxing and time consuming.

Also, contact your hotel and see if they can permit an early check in, no matter what you end up doing.

Have fun.
Rita

"... and just prop your feet up..."

Last time I was in BA (emphasis on 'last') at a downtown restaurant, my wife was 'talked to' for doing just that... after a terrible day walking with a leg injury, after 2 minutes the apologetic waiter said his manager had requested that she put her foot down.

Mind you, this was not an 'upscale' place, not even close, just a place for a snack and a beer. As I was the only one that spoke the language, and this was my wife's first visit to South America, I was cool and kept my thoughts to myself.

It reminded me of the self-assuming, ignorant and arrogant pigs that I met in the 60's when visiting BA for my 'first' time as a youngster... they now have procreated.

All the nice people we met sort-of have to make an apology for these morons, but they recognize they live amongst them.... I did once too, and during this trip I was reminded of one of the reasons why I moved away.

If any of those people 'down there' want dollars, they should move here, I am not taking mine down there ever. They are called third-world countries for a reason.

Is a real shame; such natural resources, awesome landscapes, and creative people; most of them are 'managed' by such corrupt wealth and arrogance.

EP

Okay, then I would go with my recommendation that the OP try to check into her hotel, and if that is not possible, at least leave her luggage in their safe keeping.

So grab a luggage cart, get to the paid taxi stand (just outside of the customs control), they'll help you get your luggage to the taxi (they'll want a tip, of course) and ride on into the city.

If you can't get in to your room at the hotel, grab a book and go to a coffee shop nearby your hotel (wherever you are, there will be a coffee shop) and sit and people watch.

You could also walk in to a beauty salon and have your hair and nails done. I got mine done for $15. total. That would be relaxing and time consuming.

Also, contact your hotel and see if they can permit an early check in, no matter what you end up doing.

Have fun.
Rita

Sounds like great suggestions for her.

Personally, I've almost never had a problem with early check-in --often enough well before noon time. And so I hope that's an option that works for the OP too. If at the major international-branded hotels, they'll definitely be able to store your bags before check-in .... were it to come to that. (If doing that, remember the general precaution around the world is to have your bags locked and not to keep irreplacable valuables in there.)

If going into town first and relaxing at the hotel is not an option, you can just sit around in one of the cafes. EZE is a lousy airport by international standards, but it seems like they are now again pouring $$$ into the terminals and things should get better in some 12-18 months (although Im not holding my breath until I see what it is they build).

Once you exit arrivals into the main hall take your trolley up to departures in the lift and then if you look at the picture I took a couple of weeks ago

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o147/airlinetripreports/ezeiza.jpg

go to the far end of the terminal. If you zoom into the pic you can just make out some people sitting down in that area which is very quiet.It really is the quietest part of the terminal.you'll be alright there reading a book.There is a cafe and a couple of shops at the end I took the pic from if you want.Not sure about toilets on that level but the toilets downstairs are immaculately kept and room for trolley access.

I love Ezeiza,it's great for people watching.

I love Ezeiza,it's great for people watching.

Appreciating the "eye candy", eh? :D

Appreciating the "eye candy", eh? :D



:cool: ..........:) ............wife..:mad: .........me..:o

Appreciating the "eye candy", eh? :D

well, at US Size 12 I felt like a big fat slob this Christmas in BsAs. The women are beautifully thin.

Rita

"... and just prop your feet up..."

Last time I was in BA (emphasis on 'last') at a downtown restaurant, my wife was 'talked to' for doing just that... after a terrible day walking with a leg injury, after 2 minutes the apologetic waiter said his manager had requested that she put her foot down.

Mind you, this was not an 'upscale' place, not even close, just a place for a snack and a beer. As I was the only one that spoke the language, and this was my wife's first visit to South America, I was cool and kept my thoughts to myself.

It reminded me of the self-assuming, ignorant and arrogant pigs that I met in the 60's when visiting BA for my 'first' time as a youngster... they now have procreated.

All the nice people we met sort-of have to make an apology for these morons, but they recognize they live amongst them.... I did once too, and during this trip I was reminded of one of the reasons why I moved away.

If any of those people 'down there' want dollars, they should move here, I am not taking mine down there ever. They are called third-world countries for a reason.

Is a real shame; such natural resources, awesome landscapes, and creative people; most of them are 'managed' by such corrupt wealth and arrogance.

EP

Dear elpinta-- Im trying very hard to understand the "situation" you seem to have run into here, but from what you are saying in your above post it is very clear that you just handled the situation very poorly - apart from the fact that you seem to have a clear grudge against Argentina.

Please allow me to elaborate:

1) putting you feet up is not proper etiquette/manners at any public place, I dont care if its upscale or not. Since you now hail from a first world developed nation, you should know that better than the rest of us third world peasants... :rolleyes:

2) if your wife was injured, then you should have handled this situation very differently. For example, upon arrival you could have talked to the waiter and explained the situation as to why your wife would perhaps need to assume a special resting position. Alternatively, you could have tried to get away with it discreetly and when questioned, you could have explained the situation nicely and politely (emphasis on these two issues) and asked for some understanding. Instead, you chose to not stand up for your injured wife and keep things to yourself, only to now go public calling the locals "self-assuming, ignorant and arrogant pigs" (Im quoting your own words).

3) Next time, instead of taking the easy way out, dont be scared to speak out and ask for assistance. Explain your situation. If you are reasonable and have a point to what you are doing, you will find that most all Argentines are more than willing to accomodate your needs and will even be eager to assist you. Please, dont just walk into a place and assume you can do whatever you want just because you carry an OECD budget and a wad of Benjamin Franklin notes. Yes, we value your hard earned dollars, Sir, but if you leave most of your arrogance, ignorance and self-assuming attitude that you seem to be able to point out in others at home and smile a little more, I assure you that even in a third-world country like ours you will have a very enjoyable time.

Dear elpinta-- Im trying very hard to understand the "situation" you seem to have run into here, but from what you are saying in your above post it is very clear that you just handled the situation very poorly - apart from the fact that you seem to have a clear grudge against Argentina.

Please allow me to elaborate:

1) putting you feet up is not proper etiquette/manners at any public place, I dont care if its upscale or not. Since you now hail from a first world developed nation, you should know that better than the rest of us third world peasants... :rolleyes:

2) if your wife was injured, then you should have handled this situation very differently. For example, upon arrival you could have talked to the waiter and explained the situation as to why your wife would perhaps need to assume a special resting position. Alternatively, you could have tried to get away with it discreetly and when questioned, you could have explained the situation nicely and politely (emphasis on these two issues) and asked for some understanding. Instead, you chose to not stand up for your injured wife and keep things to yourself, only to now go public calling the locals "self-assuming, ignorant and arrogant pigs" (Im quoting your own words).

3) Next time, instead of taking the easy way out, dont be scared to speak out and ask for assistance. Explain your situation. If you are reasonable and have a point to what you are doing, you will find that most all Argentines are more than willing to accomodate your needs and will even be eager to assist you. Please, dont just walk into a place and assume you can do whatever you want just because you carry an OECD budget and a wad of Benjamin Franklin notes. Yes, we value your hard earned dollars, Sir, but if you leave most of your arrogance, ignorance and self-assuming attitude that you seem to be able to point out in others at home and smile a little more, I assure you that even in a third-world country like ours you will have a very enjoyable time.

Bravo!

Well said, Gaucho100K.

elpinta, Argentines are some of the friendliest and most polite people I have met. Sounds like you could have handled this one much better.

I agree with SASfan and Gaucho. My brief case usually gets its own chair and napkin in a Buenos Aires restaurant. If I were to explain that my wife had an injury and needed to rest her leg a certain way, Buenos Aires is the sort of place where people would go out of their way to help -- to a fault. I wouldn't be surprised if two waiters would leave the restaurant, run down the block, bring back some kind of leg rest of just the right size and shape, and then call their cousin who is an orthopaedic surgeon to chat about remedies.

Well said, Gaucho100K.

elpinta, Argentines are some of the friendliest and most polite people I have met. Sounds like you could have handled this one much better.