Lonely Planet Argentina
by Danny Palmerlee, Sandra Bao, Andrew Dean Nystrom, Thomas Kohnstamm, Lucas Vidgen
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Author: Andrew Dean Nystrom, Danny Palmerlee, Lucas Vidgen, Sandra Bao, Thomas KohnstammEdition: Paperback
Published: 2005-08-01
ISBN: 1740595157
Number of pages: 524
Publisher: Lonely Planet
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Book Review: Useful & Practical, but Flawed
Summary: 3 Stars
I've used to swear by Lonely Planet (LP) for Latin America, but this one has too many flaws. Yes, the book is nicely compact and practical, with useful information on lodging, local flavor, and getting around - particularly to and from airports and bus stations. I just returned from a month's solo travel in Argentina and LP was helpful, as it doubtless was for many travelers I met holding this guide.
But: Too much information in this guide (printed in 2005) is out-dated, and at this writing prices are often 30-40% higher than stated. Also, the guide misses many affordable hostals and other lodgings. For example, LP lists just three places to stay in LaFalda (p. 276) and Villa del Belgrano (p. 280), but these charming towns both have about a dozen. Why not list them, or if not, insert a short sentence saying how many inns a town has? Also, gringos currently wanting to see Iguazu Falls from Brazil's side need a Visa.
This guide mixes too many weaknesses with its many strengths, and that's a step down from LP's often-stellar efforts. LP should correct this with more frequent updates and better information.
Summary of Lonely Planet Argentina
Tackle the tango in a Buenos Aires milonga. Bite into the world's most heavenly beef. Gallop with gauchos across the Pampas. Better and cheaper than ever, Argentina beckons! Grab the top-selling, tried-and-true guide and prepare for a thrill ride across enchanting cities, lush jungles and windswept plains, over Patagonian glaciers...to the tip of the world.Find Yourself - navigate the country with 90+ detailed maps, more than any other guidebook to Argentina.
Become The Expert - insight into the country's culture and history, from tango etiquette and tips for beef-eaters to the story of Evita and the recent peso crash.
Hop The Border - side trips to Uruguay and Chile, plus essentials for crossing into Paraguay, Brazil and Bolivia.
Snack, Sip & Sleep - top dining spots and bargain bites, the scoop on local libations (from mate tea to Mendoza wine) and hundreds of top-notch lodging options.
Talk The Talk - handy Spanish language chapter and food glossary help you chat with the locals and order ice cream instead of liver.
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