Explore 2025 South American Argentina Trip: Best Itinerary and Travel Tips

Be confident and casual, but stay serious:
– Keep an eye on the ever-fluctuating flight statuses.
– Be prepared for transportation and ticket prices that can spike at any moment.
– Double-check the map, as locals, though well-meaning, might give you incorrect directions…

👄 Language | Master a Few Spanish Phrases
– English won’t always cut it. For instance, bus station staff might only manage basic conversation and get lost with more complex queries.
– Google Translate is not always reliable, and locals often struggle to understand it. It’s best to learn some Spanish before your trip or use multiple sources like chatGPT to verify translations. Don’t rely solely on translation apps.

❤️ Attitude Towards Chinese People | Mixed Reactions
– Service staff may not be overly friendly (unless they’re angling for tips), but ordinary people are generally kind and will engage in conversation if you greet them with a smile.
– The service staff’s attitude might not be entirely their fault. I’ve seen many Chinese travelers make requests without saying thank you and then just walk away.

This could understandably upset anyone if it happened several times a day. One person’s behavior can affect the experience of others.

🛜 Internet | Go Local
– Buy a local SIM card; it’s cheaper than purchasing one from Taobao in China.

🚄 Transportation | Stay Flexible
– Google Maps isn’t always accurate for buses, but Moovit is a bit better.
– My personal experience with low-cost airlines has been a 100% delay rate, so set a reminder for online check-in. Use a ride-hailing app for taxis to avoid hassles.

🏠 Hotels | Check the Details
– Many hotels do not offer standard services like luggage storage or even hot water for showers. Make sure to check these details before booking. Also, many hotels don’t provide toothbrushes, toothpaste, slippers, or bottled water.

🍕 Eating | A Taste of Argentina
– Local cuisine is a step up from what you might find in Europe. Chinese food is decent but not cheap. Steaks start at around 200 RMB per meal (with a 10%-15% discount when paying in pesos, as indicated on the menu). Light meals cost 50-70 RMB, and snacks are about 20 RMB.

– Cherries are about 35 RMB per pound, but the high-quality ones are exported to China, so the local market offerings are not the best. As for desserts, they are incredibly sweet—so much so that you might feel like jumping into the Antarctic Ocean and swimming 30 kilometers bare-chested!

💰 Cash | Bring Plenty of $100 Bills
– It’s more advantageous to exchange currency in Argentina than to use a Visa card. Always have a good supply of $100 bills on hand.

🧱 Safety | Stay Alert
– There are many homeless people and drunks, and the streets can be dirty and chaotic. Shops often have iron grilles for security. While I haven’t had any safety issues, it’s best to stay cautious.