Argentina Handbook (Footprint Handbooks Series)

by Charlie Nurse (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  1998

  $4.77

• Used

  Paperback
  2003

  $3.46

  Argentina has become one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations, according to the World Tourism Organisation. The number of visitors increased last year by 15.4per cent. The main reasons are the peso's sharp devaluation and a return to political stability. This updated and revised travel guide to Argentina contains ideas on how to plan a visit, when to go, where to stay and how to get about. The book features: extensive listings on Buenos Aires for all budgets; information on where to tango ; a special section on estancia tourism and adventure tourism, from climbing and trekking to skiing; comprehensive background information on history, culture, art and theatre; colour maps to help plan a journey, with dozens of local town and site maps; and Spanish words and phrases. Detailed coverage of Patagonia and the adventure travel scene is included along with information on feasts and festivals, eco tourism, food, fashion, fads and folklore.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2008

  $3.46

  Spectacularly beautiful and hospitable, it's easy to see what makes Argentina so appealing. Footprint's fully updated 5th edition of their well-loved guide brings you the most up-to-date and objective information, whether you want to learn how to tango in Buenos Aires, ride through the Pampas with modern-day cowboys or trek through the wilderness of Patagonia. Plus all the vitals to help you plan your trip, where to eat, sleep and drink, and the low-down on those lovely Welsh teashops.This guide includes detailed coverage of Patagonia. It contains an essentials section with great advice on how to make the most of the great outdoors and stunning scenery, including the best places for trekking, horse riding, skiing and whitewater rafting. It provides great listings on where to stay for all budgets from working estancias to rural cabanas. It includes detailed maps to help you get around this huge country. It contains a full-colour planning section to inspire travellers and provide practical advice to help find the best experiences.