1.  Pato is the official national sport
2. Tango originated here
3. Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world
4. Che Guevara is actually from here
5. 37% of Argentines are of Italian descent

Food:

• Asado (Argentinian BBQ)
• Steak (it really is amazing here)
• Empanadas
• Dulce De Leche

Drink:

• Mate, a kind of green tea
• Malbec wine – the best is at Trapiche vineyards

The climate is very varied in Argentina.  On our trip, we hit beaches, went hiking, snowboarding, so pack according to where you’ll be going.

Nightlife in Buenos Aires is quite trendy in places – so pack smart pants /a lovely dress and shoes / heels, or the picky bouncers won’t let you in!  Of course, if you’re just hanging in the student bars of San Telmo then this isn’t an issue….but in our experience it’s always good to pack something smart, for things like spontaneous wedding invites, for example!

Check out:

Los Chalchaleros

In Mendoza, hire a bicycle and self-tour the vineyards.  Don’t hit the absinthe place too early!  Leave time for a tour of the most famous bodega – Trapiche