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Category: Argentina

  • Low Fares to Latin America

    Although consumers continue to keep an eye out for rising travel prices, they just continue to stay enjoyably low even as we approach Labor Day.


    And although the follow airfares won’t help you out much for the upcoming long weekend, feast your eyes on amazing airfares to Latin American destinations like Mexico and South America for September and October!

    Continental Airlines has released some incredible fares from around the United States to a number of destinations in Latin America. If you book within the next two weeks you might be able to manage a very affordable and enjoyable fall or winter vacation. Keep in mind that in places like Rio de Janeiro, Brazil or Buenos Aires, Argentina have opposing seasons to the United States. This means while you’re struggling to stay warm during the holiday season, someone else is lounging beach side with a cocktail in hand. Not to shabby, huh?

    Fly from New York to Rio for only $480 round trip, or if you’re coming from LA, pay only $735 for a ticket to South America. Other great deals offered by Continental include Denver to San Jose, Costa Rica for only $285 round trip or the same flight leaving from San Francisco at only $360 per adult. These are some truly amazing flights with some truly amazing vacations on the other end! Be sure to plan your beach vacation soon and enjoy some amazing flight deals.

    Perhaps you’ve been waiting for the perfect summer deal to take advantage of a trip to Cancun, Mexico. Wait no longer. Air Tran has unveiled some fall deals that are so good it will make your head spin! Only $79 each way from the US and you can enjoy the surf and sand in Mexico while your colleagues deal with balance sheets and staff meetings. Just remember, before you go to consult FrugalMonkey’s free online travel guides-the best way to experience safe and affordable travel around the world.

  • Destinations for Soccer Lovers

    Although soccer has been the world’s most popular sport for decades it is certainly making a push toward the mainstream. Here in the United States, a bigger and bigger following is gathering behind local and MLS teams and it isn’t uncommon to see hoards of college students crowding bars to watch teams like Barcelona play the LA Galaxy. We suggest however, taking it one step further! Sure the front row bar seating is a fun way to experience the games, but why not see the action live? Check out two great vacations with travel guides provided by FrugalMonkey where you can get onto the field and only feet away from the world’s best players.


    Argentina

    If soccer is popular anywhere it is certainly a national obsession in Argentina. Through FrugalMonkey’s free online guide to travel in Argentina you can see Boca play River during the Super Classico and touch finger tips with the world famous, Lionel Messi. Most of the games take place in Buenos Aires, the Argentine capitol. Even if you can’t catch a game, you’ll be sure to see evidence of the country’s widespread obsession with paraphernalia and soccer playing teens scattered throughout. Check out where to stay in Buenos Aires, and pick between the crumbling architecture of the boutique hotels in San Telmo or the posh modern sky rises of Puerto Madero.

    South Africa

    If you’re any kind of soccer fan you already know that the 2010 World Cup is going off in South Africa next July. This gives soccer fans from around the world the perfect opportunity to see all the world’s teams compete toward one major distinction: the best team in the world. Don’t miss Spain battle Brazil, or Italy take on the US in what is aiming to be the biggest sporting even the world has seen yet. Of course you’ll be there, by utilizing FrugalMonkey’s online travel guide to South Africa.


  • Destination: Argentina

    For this week’s feature destination we set our sights on South America and incredible travel information on Argentina.

    In case you didn’t know, FrugalMonkey has an entire section on travel to Argentina including vacation destinations outside of Buenos Aires, fun day trips, information for wine lovers and ski vacations for winter outdoorsmen.


    Check out just a few of the locations and vacations awaiting you after you take a flight to Argentina.

    One of the reasons we picked Argentina is because it is so affordable for travelers to visit this time of year. It is currently low-season for South American travel which means flight prices are lower than normal and there are less tourists in the cities and at destination hot-spots. This means hotel prices and tour prices are lower then normal, but an excellent vacation is still almost a guarantee.

    Travel Tip: Flying or traveling to places that are currently in low season is a great way to create savings on your vacation.

    If you’re a fan of snow sports, then actually, it’s high season for you. South America and Argentina specifically is home to two of the largest ski resorts in the region. Las Lenas and Bariloche are both world famous ski towns and resorts located in Argentina. Both are located some distance from the capital, Buenos Aires, but nothing a short flight can’t fix. Las Lenas is located near Mendoza, Argentina which means fitting in some wine tasting is an excellent idea if you want to combine your interest of skiing or snowboarding with a wine tasting in Argentina.

    Bariloche is near Santiago, Chile. So, you want to check out some other amazing South American vacation destinations you are near by. Plus, there is the added bonus of saying that you’ve visited Patagonia.

    Check out our full country profile on Argentina travel on FrugalMonkey and plan the perfect summer and winter vacation.

  • Great Southwest Flight Deal – Friday Only

    If you happen to stumble upon this week’s best flight deal, consider yourself lucky. Today only (beginning at 7:00am and ending at 7:00pm) you can find one way flights on Southwest airlines for as low as $38. Here’s how you do it:

    Southwest has an application on their homepage called DING.


    It is very helpful for finding last minute travel deals through the airline because the application is designated for last minute flights and for offering one-time deals. You will have to download DING onto your desktop in order to search for flights through the application, but once you have it, it is easy to use and can save you a lot of money on otherwise expensive flights. Here are some helpful flight booking tips to get these great summer deals:

    Today, search Southwest for flights from July 7 – Aug 31 and get the major savings. You will have to be lucky enough to find the flight you want on dates that work for your travel plans, but if you do you will enjoy some extremely cheap flight prices. Keep in mind that the initial flight prices don’t include taxes (adding as much as $10 to the flight price), but with prices this low, an extra $10 won’t exactly break the bank.

    If you’re looking for a cheap shorter flight during the best part of summer, take a look at Southwest airlines using DING and enjoy some summer special savings.

  • Wine Lovers Check Out These Great International Destinations

    Wine has always lent itself to travel. Visiting new places and enjoying the local flavors is a favorite among almost any traveler.

    You don't have to break the bank either, to enjoy incredible international wine tours and travel. Check out a couple of our FrugalMonkey destinations that are perfect for those who want to wet their whistle and enjoy some of the world's finest wines. Mendoza, Argentina is making a name for itself on the world wine scene. Just a few years ago Argentina was barely on the radar for producing fine wines and now it is fifth in the world for exports. Travelers enjoy visiting Argentina because of the exciting South American culture, gorgeous landscape and fine wines and steaks. Mendoza, located in Argentina's north is the perfect destination for travelers on a budget because Argentina is one of the most affordable countries that FrugalMonkey features. Because of the favorable exchange rate, travelers from any demographic can enjoy cheap flights and hotel accommodations while combing the country for South American adventures. Known for it's world-famous Malbec varieties, travelers are flocking to Mendoza year-round to enjoy this new and exciting red wine. Wine tours, outdoors activities and excellent food await any visitor. For more information on travel to Mendoza check out our profile on travel to Argentina. Another amazing wine-destination for travelers is South Africa. South African wines are nothing new to the country, who has been experiencing cultivation since the early 1700's. Now a much more mature wine culture has emerged and travelers can enjoy extraordinary flavors and vacations while visiting South African wine country. The dry and arid regions of the country provide the perfect climate for wine growth and the excellent weather and exotic landscapes make it a favorite among travelers. For a full profile on travel to South Africa including a number of details on booking a wine-focused vacation, be sure to check out our website. Don't forget that the World Cup is coming to South Africa next year, making it an excellent time to kill two birds with one travel stone. Keep that in mind when you're making travel plans.

  • FrugalMonkey Travel Destinations and Job Information

    What better way to highlight some of our favorite travel destinations and travel jobs than showing first hand the type of travel information available on FrugalMonkey. Check it out!

    Where to Go
    If you’re looking for a great family, personal or romantic vacation, take a look at some of our country profiles.


    Our profiles include travel information on the feature country, places to go while you visit, city profiles, hotel information, sports and outdoors activities in addition to information on local wine and food.

    Alaska
    Alaska is the Last Frontier and one of our favorite vacation destinations. Whether you want to enjoy Alaska by cruising through glacier waters, taking a trip on the Alaska Railroad, enjoying a summer working the Alaskan fishing industry or by camping in one of its famous National Parks, Frugal Monkey has all the pertinent travel information you’ll need for a trip up North. Be sure to check out this FrugalMonkey favorite when considering your next vacation.

    Argentina
    FrugalMonkey likes to travel and that includes destinations like this South American favorite. In our Argentina section you’ll learn about Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Patagonia and Iguazu. Our section on Argentine culture will help you learn more about this exciting place, including the country’s obsession with soccer, wine and tango.

    Australia
    Surfers, sun-worshipers and travelers alike flock to the Sydney Opera House, the Great Barrier Reef as well as the Australian Outback. Learn more about this incredible travel destination through our profile on Australian travel.

    Greece
    Once we put the idea of Greece in your head it won’t be long before you’re purchasing your flight to Athens. Our section on Greece has everything you’d want to know about traveling to this Mediterranean paradise. We even include a section on Grecian customs and how to fly with pets to Greece. It’s all there, so take a look!

    Hawaii
    Hawaii is a North American favorite for getting away. Our section includes information on every Hawaiian Island in addition to hotels and activities you will find there. Start planning your vacation to Hawaii now, with FrugalMonkey’s guide to Hawaiian travel. You’ll be snorkeling off the coast and riding bareback on the beach in no time. Also, keep an eye out for amazing travel deals to Hawaii. Prices have never been lower!

    Mexico
    Mexico has something for everyone and so does our section on travel to Mexico. We give you an excellent look at some of the best beach destinations in the country, but we also highlight cool things to do in Mexico City including Mexico’s best restaurants and hotels!

    South Africa
    South Africa has it all: beaches, restaurants, amazing hotels, wildlife, adventure, romance and casual fun. It also has a big event coming up: The 2010 World Cup. Our entire section on World Cup travel will help you plan the perfect South African vacation.

    Jobs
    Traveling is great, but if you can’t afford it, the idea can be rather depressing. For the budget traveler and student, we put together some amazing information regarding travel jobs. You will learn about cruise ship jobs, resort jobs, working abroad, volunteering abroad as well as teaching English. Check out our job board as well, for up to date information on recently available travel jobs.


  • School Is Out – Time To Travel

    This week and in the upcoming weeks, colleges around the world are turning out newly graduated alumnus in addition to thousands of students who will be out of school for the summer.


    If you’re a college student looking forward to enjoying the summer sun or, if you’re a family looking to a take a vacation while the kids aren’t in school, check out some of these destinations and ideas from FrugalMonkey.

    International Travel
    FrugalMonkey’s country profiles amazing international travel destinations are a great place to begin looking for your summer vacation. For college students, you can’t beat the cheap prices found in cities like Buenos Aires, Argentina – a backpacker favorite. South America is a great way to spend a summer of backpacking and seeing the world. Affordable countries, amazing experiences and affordable prices await you!

    If South America isn’t your thing, or if you’re worried about the impending travel costs of a summer abroad, consider getting a travel job. Not only does it allow you to travel without over spending but, it is great real world job experience. Don’t forget to check out FrugalMonkey’s travel job board; a great place to begin your search.

    Other great international travel ideas include Australia. You can’t beat time away from school or celebrating your graduation by lounging in the sun and surf along Australia’s Sunshine Coast. Or if you only have a week or two, consider a vacation to Mexico. Mexico is filled with amazing hotels and destinations affordable enough for the recent grad but exciting and beautiful enough, to make any traveler happy.

    Families
    With the kids off from school for the summer, there couldn’t be a better time to enjoy a summer vacation. While you’re planning be sure to take a look at our budget travel resources to help cut costs and amazing destination profiles. Alaska, Hawaii or Mexico are all great vacation destinations that won’t break the bank.

    Check back each week for amazing family deals and vacation packages.

  • Destination: Bariloche, Argentina

    San Carlos de Bariloche might be a small mark on the world map, but it is a huge favorite among South American travelers. Bariloche is probably most popularly known for its incredible skiing located at Cerro Catedral, one of the South America’s largest mountains for skiers. However, it is also beloved because of the enormous lake at the base of the town. Locally made chocolates, incredible mountain hiking, charming restaurants and a wealth of summer lake activities make Bariloche popular among travelers all year round. Budget travelers will like its low-end prices in addition to the amazing exchange rate North Americans and Europeans enjoy while traveling through Argentina. Check out San Carlos de Bariloche if you’re an outdoors lover or are looking for your next destination travel location.


  • Vacation Destinations That Won’t Break The Bank

    It seems that every week we discuss in some way how the economy is effecting travel prices.


    This week is no different as the dollar continues to strengthen against foreign currencies, flight prices lower to fill planes and hotels throw out deal after deal in order to entice travelers to book accommodations. So where are some of the best places to visit while the travel industry is in this cheap-for-travelers lull? This week we take a look at places in the world that are the best for making your dollars last.

    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Buenos Aires is a great place to visit if you want to learn tango, eat steak and sip back on some of the best wines in the world. Right now however, the strength of the dollar is very high against the staggering peso in Argentina. In 2001 this travel destination was equally pitted against the dollar and while this isn’t likely to change, it is one of the cheapest places in the world to stretch your travel budget. Book now and cash in on some of the lowest prices on hotels in Buenos Aires.

    Cancun, Mexico
    Just one year ago, if you traveled to Cancun your dollar would earn you 98 pesos. Now, you’ll find yourself with 135 in your pocket. Mexico’s white sand beaches, margaritas, gorgeous cultures and the experiences that await you there are only going to get more expensive as time goes on. Visit Cancun this year and enjoy the vacation of a lifetime.

    Sydney, Australia
    Australia hasn’t always been cheap and it isn’t likely to stay cheap either. Right now the dollar is stronger than the Australian dollar by 40% compared to last year. And, flight prices to the outback are cheaper than they’ve ever been. Hotel prices, flights and activities in Sydney will be as cheap as they’re likely to get in future years. Book your Australian vacation now!

  • Travel Discounts to Argentina

    If you’ve ever thought about embarking on an exciting South American adventure, then consider a vacation to one of South America’s most inviting and adventurous countries – Argentina! Argentina has become a favorite among travelers for several reasons. The first is the wide variety of activities that can be found there. Because of the vast geological expanse of Argentina you can experience any range of outdoors activities. Send yourself on a gorgeous backpacking trip during a Patagonian adventure, or sunbathe in the jungles of Iguazu.


    If you’re more of a city dweller, enjoy the metropolitan nightlife of the Paris of the South when you travel to Buenos Aires. Regardless of your interests and vacation styles, Argentina has something for everyone.

    The second biggest reason Argentina has become some popular among world travelers is the favorable exchange rate. Due to an economic crisis in 2002, Argentina’s peso is now at 3.7 to the dollar. This means that European, Australian and North American travelers can enjoy all the comforts of a luxury vacation while spending very little. When you add this favorable aspect to a vacation in Argentina, in addition to the world famous steak and Malbec that everyone is talking about, Argentina becomes hard to beat.

    So what can you expect on your Argentine vacation? Well, right now is an excellent time to travel to Argentina because the high season has just turned. This means that hotel rates, vacation tours and adventure packages are lower than they are during the rest of the year. However, the weather is still nice in Argentina making right now an amazing time to visit this South American wonderland. You can enjoy the sunny weather of the high season, with low season prices! Additionally, flight prices are at an all time low worldwide meaning that you can have the adventure of a lifetime at a fraction of the normal price it would cost you to travel.

    Here are just a few of the incredible places you can visit during your vacation to Argentina.

    Mendoza is well known for its wine regions and gorgeous landscapes. When you visit you can experience a luxurious wine tour or visit the many wineries yourself on a bike tour of the vineyards. The Malbec of Mendoza has become world famous. Drink it from the source when you go wine tasting in Mendoza. Or, if you want to play in the surf and sun, take a weekend trip outside of Buenos Aires and head to Mar del Plata. What literally means The Ocean of Silver, Mar del Plata is a quaint little beach town with big city amenities. A casino, nearby water park, miles of ocean front swimming and a sea of excellent restaurants make this a tough place to pass up.


    If you decide to visit Argentina in the winter however, you’ll be happy to know that Argentina is home to two of the largest and best ski resorts in South America. Both Las Lenas and Bariloche are world famous for the numerous ski routes available to travelers and the gorgeous cities that surround them. A trip to Argentina isn’t complete without a trip to see one of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders, the falls at Iguazu. Or, you can head south for a backpacking adventure at the end of the world, when you travel to Patagonia. With so much to see and do while you’re in Argentina it’s almost impossible to see it all.

    Make your travel plans now and visit an affordable and amazing South American country!