Buenos Aires (EZE) - the ultimate Q&A thread
May 12, 2004, 10:00 pm
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Originally Posted by ALadyNCal
Would this area be a good location for tourists? Thanks so much!
May 12, 2004, 10:03 pm
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Wilton Hotel - some additional information
May 14, 2004, 3:07 pm
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Having poked around a bit, it seems like the Claridge -- despite it's 5 stars -- may not be a great place to stay these days. Apparently the "star system" is very unreliable in Argentina.
The Argenta Tower hotel (a 4 star) has been recommended to me. Anyone with any experiences there? The "negotiated price" seems to be about $75. I'd welcome any other hotel suggestions (doesn't seem necessary to spend over $100, though).
The Argenta Tower hotel (a 4 star) has been recommended to me. Anyone with any experiences there? The "negotiated price" seems to be about $75. I'd welcome any other hotel suggestions (doesn't seem necessary to spend over $100, though).
May 14, 2004, 9:54 pm
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Originally Posted by iahphx
Having poked around a bit, it seems like the Claridge -- despite it's 5 stars -- may not be a great place to stay these days. Apparently the "star system" is very unreliable in Argentina.
The Argenta Tower hotel (a 4 star) has been recommended to me. Anyone with any experiences there? The "negotiated price" seems to be about $75. I'd welcome any other hotel suggestions (doesn't seem necessary to spend over $100, though).
The Argenta Tower hotel (a 4 star) has been recommended to me. Anyone with any experiences there? The "negotiated price" seems to be about $75. I'd welcome any other hotel suggestions (doesn't seem necessary to spend over $100, though).
Agree with you on the "star" comment.... Ive found the system to be quite unreliable in many destinations, and Buenos Aires is no exception.
As for the Claridge, I think it depends greatly on the room you get, thats been my experience with comments Ive gotten from people that have stayed there.
May 15, 2004, 12:52 pm
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My wife and I stayed at the Wilton Hotel $50USD w/bkfst nothing fancy but i would stay again good location,also stayed at ART Suites small hotel all suites w/kitchens incl breakfast in your room,my wife has purchased beautiful leather coats on 2 or our trips at dalla fontana leathers they have a shop I think ablk off of Florida nice styles that you dont see in USA around $140-$160 including alterations may be able to get for less but my wife loves them and they are nice people.but do bargain you should be able to get 10-2o% off inital asking price.Gaucho can you give us NorthAmericans some guidance in this area?Argentina is a wonderful place and we will return soon.
May 16, 2004, 2:15 am
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Originally Posted by thebug622
My wife and I stayed at the Wilton Hotel $50USD w/bkfst nothing fancy but i would stay again good location,also stayed at ART Suites small hotel all suites w/kitchens incl breakfast in your room,my wife has purchased beautiful leather coats on 2 or our trips at dalla fontana leathers they have a shop I think ablk off of Florida nice styles that you dont see in USA around $140-$160 including alterations may be able to get for less but my wife loves them and they are nice people.but do bargain you should be able to get 10-2o% off inital asking price.Gaucho can you give us NorthAmericans some guidance in this area?Argentina is a wonderful place and we will return soon.
Cheers,
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May 16, 2004, 7:42 pm
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Hotel tipping?
I'll be arriving Buenos Aires this week with two days scheduled at the Park Tower. Having never stayed in a "butler hotel," I would be most grateful if anyone (hi, Gaucho 
) could advise what the proper protocol is for tipping in this neck of the woods.
) could advise what the proper protocol is for tipping in this neck of the woods.
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May 16, 2004, 8:37 pm
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Originally Posted by Wheezer
I'll be arriving Buenos Aires this week with two days scheduled at the Park Tower. Having never stayed in a "butler hotel," I would be most grateful if anyone (hi, Gaucho ) could advise what the proper protocol is for tipping in this neck of the woods.
) could advise what the proper protocol is for tipping in this neck of the woods.
May 16, 2004, 9:07 pm
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Originally Posted by Gaucho100K
No need to tip on a per job basis (unless its a very big/important job).... per-diem will be OK (at the end of the day).
[Edited to add:] Sorry to be such a nervous Nellie.
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May 17, 2004, 10:16 pm
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All amounts in local currency, Argentine Pesos.
Bellboys, $2 per bag
Maid, $5-$10 per day
Butler, $10 per day - more depending on what he does for you
Cheers,
Gaucho
Bellboys, $2 per bag
Maid, $5-$10 per day
Butler, $10 per day - more depending on what he does for you
Cheers,
Gaucho
May 17, 2004, 10:17 pm
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Originally Posted by meghadhoot
hi!,
Whats the best way from EZE to visit antartica. (less expensive ones)
thnx!
Whats the best way from EZE to visit antartica. (less expensive ones)
thnx!
May 18, 2004, 1:24 am
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Originally Posted by meghadhoot
hi!,
Whats the best way from EZE to visit antartica. (less expensive ones)
thnx!
Whats the best way from EZE to visit antartica. (less expensive ones)
thnx!
Most expeditions to Antartica are sponsored by some scientific or other endevours.