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Planning to tick Buenos Aires off your bucket list? Then you are in the right place.

At Signature Tours, we are travelers ourselves and we know how stressful and overwhelming organizing a trip can be. To help people around the globe wanting to discover the secret gems hidden in Buenos Aires city, like you, we have gathered all the knowledge, expertise, and experience that we gained through the past 20 years and created this masterpiece of a travel guide that is meant to make your travel planning as easy and enjoyable as it should be.

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Green Buenos Aires: Parks and Natural Spaces in the City

Green Buenos Aires: Parks and Natural Spaces in the City

One of the first things that surprises visitors upon arriving in Buenos Aires is the number of green spaces. These not only provide a break from the city center but also offer the opportunity to observe the daily life of the "porteños", whether they are sharing a picnic or enjoying nature and the famous and beloved "mate".

Buenos Aires offers lots of places to visit and know about our history, art, architecture and more, but it also provides a lot to do outdoors.

If you like those options, but you are more interested in visiting parks, walking outdoors and discovering natural spaces in the city, we are sure that you will be more than happy to read this article.

When going around to be in touch with nature, to be outdoors in parks, don’t forget to take water, a cap, sunblock and mosquito repellent with you.

As you are on your way to the hotel, one of the things that you are going to discover is a green Buenos Aires: trees and parks everywhere, not only in our recreation places. So, let’s know about our parks and natural spaces in the city.

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Buenos Aires from Above: 8 Viewpoints and rooftop bars to get the best Panoramic Vistas of the city

Buenos Aires from Above: 8 Viewpoints and rooftop bars to get the best Panoramic Vistas of the city

Planning to visit Buenos Aires? You will discover the city offers wonderful options, as you will find astonishing places to meet all particular ideas.

Once you are enjoying one of the comfortable hotels in the city, we are sure that you want to make the best of your time in Buenos Aires. Of course, traditional places and tours to visit the must-see places are available, but perhaps you want special experiences and know the city from above.

If you have that idea in mind, then you are in the right place, as we are going to suggest our top buildings and viewpoints to experience breathtaking aerial views of Buenos Aires.

One of the first things you’ll notice on your first day in Buenos Aires is its flat landscape. To truly appreciate the city’s vastness, seek out hidden spots that offer stunning panoramic views. Are you ready ? Let’s go.

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What most travelers wish they knew before their trip to Buenos Aires

What most travelers wish they knew before their trip to Buenos Aires

Are you planning to visit Argentina? We are so happy to help you make the most of your trip. In order to get a deeper connection with the locals and a smoother landing into Argentine culture, we will help you with interesting travel tips most travelers wished they had known before their trip to Buenos Aires.

Having a good travel insight will make things easier for you when you get to your destination.

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Luxury Travel in Argentina: indulge in your next vacation

Luxury Travel in Argentina: indulge in your next vacation

Are you planning a luxury vacation in Argentina? This country has a wide variety of options so you can enjoy exclusive experiences in the most European capital of South America.

Malbec wines, high quality cuisine, the best steak in the world, outstanding nature and friendly people will make your trip a one-of-a-lifetime experience.

From Signature DMC, we have put our top recommendations together so you can start planning your luxury vacation in Argentina.

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The Splendor of Iguazu Falls: A Natural Wonder

The Splendor of Iguazu Falls: A Natural Wonder

If you are planning a trip to Argentina, then definitely you should spare some time to visit one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites: Iguazu Falls.

In this article we will share insights about this unique place, a real paradise on Earth. We really think Iguazu Falls is one of the top destinations in our country, and you will find out why!.

Located in the northeast of our country, a less-than-two-hour flight will take you to Iguazú International Airport, in Misiones province. There are also other options with flights connecting Iguazú and other provinces.

As soon as you leave the airport, you will be dazzled by the lush vegetation. Nature will display an amazing rainforest. You won’t believe your eyes!.

Buenos Aires to iguazu Falls Tour

Iguazú Falls were discovered in 1542 by Spanish conquerors. The name Iguazú derives from two words of Guarani origin and means “big water”. Iguazú Falls are part of the Iguazú National Park, created in 1934 and included as a World Heritage Site in 1984 by UNESCO.

Iguazú Falls were named as one of the Seven New Natural Wonders of the Modern World in 2011.

Flora and fauna show a diversity rarely seen: lush vegetation, tropical rainforest. This is the home to many animal species, such as monkeys, jaguars, anteaters, toucans, squirrels, coatis (you will see a lot of them!), just to mention some of them.

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3 walking tours in Buenos Aires you should not miss

3 walking tours in Buenos Aires you should not miss

No matter wheter you are visiting Argentina’s capital for the first time or going back to it after some time, if you prefer to explore the city at a slower pace, take plenty of pictures, discover every detail and learn about the history and the culture of one of the most exciting cities on Earth, then taking a walking tour of Buenos Aires is your best option.

But with so many options out there to choose from, picking the right one can be difficult. Read on for a comprehensive guide by Signature Tours travel experts with all the information you need to know about some of the most exciting out-of-the box walking tours of Buenos Aires.

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Discover the Enchanting Beauty of Patagonia

Discover the Enchanting Beauty of Patagonia

If you are planning to visit Argentina, then we are sure that Patagonia is one of the items in your bucket list. With snow capped mountains, stunning landscapes, hiking trails, volcanoes, rivers, glaciers, forests and thousands of kilometers of remoteness, this is a true paradise for nature lovers and adventure travelers. But as the region is so vast, choosing where to go can be overwhelming. So we prepared this article with our recommendations to make your Patagonia travel as smooth as possible.

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Dont Miss These Must-Visit Places in Argentina

Dont Miss These Must-Visit Places in Argentina

If you are planning to travel to Argentina, you made a great decision as the country has everything to offer so you can have the time of your life.

The country boasts a perfect balance of breathtaking landscapes, exquisite architecture, top-notch culture and much more. There is only one negative side: there are so many options for tourism in Argentina that it may be too hard to decide where to go, especially if you are short on time.

So to make your decision a little bit easier, we prepared this travel guide with some top attractions in Argentina that will help you plan your unforgettable experience!

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Things to do in Argentina if you travel with kids

Things to do in Argentina if you travel with kids

Planning to visit Argentina? Are you coming with kids? We have good news for you: Argentina is the best family destination in South America. There are plenty of options for the whole family to enjoy and to get an unforgettable experience.

In this article, we will provide you with essential tips for planning a vacation to Argentina with kids so you can all have the time of your life!

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Traveling to South America for the first time: experts advice

Traveling to South America for the first time: experts advice

Are you planning to travel to South America? That’s an excellent idea, but it could also be quite overwhelming if it is your first time looking for information. South America is a captivating continent and has so much to offer: diverse cultures, outstanding landscapes, mouth-watering cuisine. Friendly people will welcome you at every corner, happy to share their cultures and traditions with you, and that may become the highlight of your trip. Deciding on where to go in South America is not easy, we know, so to make your choices a little bit easier, we prepared this travel guide to South America to help you plan your trip.

The best time to travel to South America is whenever you can, but if you can decide on when to come, let’s check seasons:

  • September to December: spring
  • December to March: summer
  • March to June: autumn
  • June to September: winter
These seasons are provided so you can have an overview of the continent, but then it will vary from country to country, as some may have a rainy or dry season, and of course it depends on where you go, as winter in the mountains is not the same as in the coast. Please, check our country guides for that information, we have a lot of useful tips to help you.

  1. Check visa regulations and requirements
  2. Even though these regulations change all the time, some countries may require some type of visa. So it is better to check this item with their local consulate in your country. This will save you problems later and will give you peace of mind!

  3. Plan your itinerary
  4. You have to take into account that South America is one of the largest continents in the world, so when you think about the best time to visit South America, the concept might change from one country to another.

    If you plan to go to Antarctica, then spring/summer time is the right moment. If you enjoy carnival festivities, Brazil will welcome you during February/March. Argentina offers amazing landscapes and ski resorts for you to ski during winter. The shoulder season is less crowded in many destinations, so that implies a good opportunity to get better rates and more options.

  5. Learn about local currencies
  6. This is a quite common question. Each country in South America has its own currency and in many cases, it is called “peso”, but that doesn’t mean it is the same one. There are several countries calling their currency that way: Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Uruguay, just to mention some of them. Can you use Chilean pesos in Argentina or Colombian pesos in Uruguay? The answer is “no”.

    Even though they have the same denomination, all of them are different “pesos”, so it is common that they are accepted only in the country where they are the legal currency. Sometimes, people get confused because most countries use the same sign ($), as many currencies named “dollar” do.

    Take into account that, in some cases, the exchange rate might be different and fluctuate in a matter of days.

  7. Try to learn some phrases in the local language
  8. If this will be your first time in South America, let’s consider that you will not find so many different languages as you usually do, for example, in Europe. Most South American countries have Spanish as their official language and Brazil, Portuguese. In some cases, countries also include different indigenous languages as official ones.

    It will be very useful to learn some polite phrases in the local languages, such as greetings, please/thank you, questions about prices, directions, just to mention some of them.

    You will be amazed by your ability to communicate with the locals and, of course, they will appreciate it!

    To help you with this, we have prepared the article “Useful Spanish phrases for travelers: what you need to know before your trip to South America”

  9. Pack wisely
  10. If you are visiting several destinations, it is possible to go through different climates and weather conditions in just a few days. So, our travel advice to South America is to pack wisely, including comfortable clothes, your must-have items and clothes you can wear in layers and take them off depending on weather and temperatures. Don’t forget to prefer quick-drying fabrics.

  11. Things to do in South America
  12. Regarding places to visit, it is important to consider if it is a family plan, if you are a solo traveler or any other options. Then, if you are a first timer, this will help you:

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