With such a rich culture there are lots of colorful events like the Tango Buenos Aires Festival, Cosquin Folk Festival, and Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia to name a few. One of the main events is Carnival. The Carnival is a Catholic festival held at the end of February over 4 days throughout the entire nation with special attention in the provinces of Cordoba, Corrientes, Entre Rios, San Luis, La Rioja, Jujuy, Salta, and the city of Buenos Aires.

Tipping is not mandatory but is appreciated. The amount depends on your satisfaction with the service. Having local currency on hand is recommended as there may not always be a tipping option on your bill. For tour guides, it is customary to tip but once again, that is dependent on your level of satisfaction with service with 10-20% being a good starting point if you enjoyed your time.

The time zone in Argentina is UTC – 03:00

Vaccination against Yellow Fever is recommended in the case of prolonged travel to areas where there is a high risk of exposure to mosquitoes. Travelers over 60 years must consult their doctor as the Yellow Fever vaccine can have serious side effects. You should consult your doctor or travel clinic at least four to six weeks before travel — they’ll have access to the most up-to-date requirements for your destination. They’ll also be able to advise on what’s appropriate for you, taking into account your medical history and any pre-existing conditions. This is important as some vaccinations aren’t recommended for everyone.

The electric current in Argentina is 220 volts and the sockets have two cylindrical holes (old sockets) or flat holes plus one ground lug. In the city, an adapter for this device is easy to obtain.

Argentina is considered a family-friendly destination and is suitable for children of any age. Locals are very welcoming and have strong family values. Many public parks and squares, have playgrounds and are favorite family meeting areas.

You don’t need a visa to enter or travel through Argentina as a tourist for up to 3 months. However, we recommend validating the information from https://visacentral.co.uk/?login=lumleholidays and https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/argentina/entry-requirements

Argentineans speak a unique dialect of Spanish called“Rioplatense” or River Plate Spanish. Their accent has a rhythmic intonation that recalls the Italian language, due to the influx of Italian immigrants in the 19th century.