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Expert: Cintia - 11/24/2004


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Hi!

I am going back to Argentina and have seen most places.  Thinking of going to Mendoza, which I have never been to before.  Can you think of something different to do, besides the normal, in Buenos Aires.  Have been to most of the Tango Shows and all the tourists areas.  Any idea of something different?

Anything different to do in Mendoza?  Thank you...Kathy

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Dear Kathy,

I am glad that enjoyed your previous trip to Argentina as to come back.
Buenos Aires is a city rich in culture. All the tango shows are very touristy, and some of them are indeed worth seeing, but I suggest you get off the tourist track and try to take more advantage of the many other things that the city offers such as the Colon Opera House (apart from the performances, it offers an interesting guided tour), the museums (Fine Arts and Latin American Art -MALBA- are very good), the arts fair at Plaza Serrano in Palermo Viejo during weekends, and if you want to leave the city but not go far away, you could spend the day in an estancia in the countryside or visit Tigre, in the northern part of Buenos Aires.
I recommend that when you arrive at EZE airport go to the tourist information board where you will be able to get plenty of information and suggestions for your stay.

Wishing you a wonderful second trip to Argentina,

Cintia
Buenos Aires, Argentina

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I was born in Argentina and have lived ever since so I can answer all kinds of questions about my country. I have also visited other countries and that has given me a wider perspective which enables me help foreigners in a better way. I have travelled along Argentina, from the north to the south and have been to almost its 22 provinces. I have also worked for a travel agency in the inbound tourism department. I enjoy being a hostess very much and feel willing to assist foreigners in the best possible way.

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Have travelled a lot along the country. I´ve been in charge of the inbound tourism department at a travel agency. I worked in Japan as a volunteer for a culture exchange organization, giving lectures about Argentina.

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