Buenos Aires
Flight Search
For those of you who are traveling from out-of-town, we are so grateful that you are making the trip to Buenos Aires for our wedding celebration.
When booking flights you should plan to fly into any of the two Buenos Aires airports: Ezeiza (EZE), which is the main international airport and is a bit removed from the city, or Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery (AEP) which is a smaller airport in the city.
If you are planning on flying within Argentina we suggest doing so through AEP or EPA. There are various low-cost airline options (Flybondi & Jet Smart) available that fly in and out of these two airports.
The following flight search engines can help you find good deals: Kayak, SkyScanner, Hopper, Google Flights. Alternatively, you can search directly on your preferred airline's website.
We recommend planning your arrival to Buenos Aires no later than Thursday, November 28, 2019 morning.
Transportation
Once you arrive, you can either take a taxi into the city (there is a booth at the airport where you can request one) or use Cabify ride sharing.
Uber is available in Argentina, however due to issues they are having with the government, drivers may ask you to sit in the front with them to avoid drawing unwanted attention.
Credit Cards & Cash
The local currency in Buenos Aires is the Peso.
Most venues accept credit cards, however we recommend that you carry cash with you. When paying with credit cards make sure you have your ID present.
Most Taxis do not accept credit cards.
Places to Go
If you are planning on extending your trip and travelling around Argentina (which we fully recommend), these are a few places that made it into our "must-see" list:
North: Iguazu Falls, Salta, Jujuy
West: Mendoza (wine-country)
South (Patagonia): Bariloche, El Calafate (Perito Moreno Glacier) and Ushuaia
Packing
November is the last month of Spring in Buenos Aires.
The average temperature is between 64-77 degrees Fahrenheit (18-25 degrees Celsius).
Usually November is not a rainy month, but it is humid, so pack accordingly.
Where to Stay
For your convenience, a block of rooms has been reserved at CasaSur Palermo Hotel and at Dazzler Hotel in Palermo, Buenos Aires.
For CasaSur Palermo:
Please use the following link to make your reservations: casasurpalermo.book-onlinenow.net/index.aspx?specialoffer=Kristina+%26+Martin+Wedding
The discounted rate is of $155 + IVA (21%) and it includes WIFI and breakfast. Reservations are non-refundable. Please note that if you pay with an international credit card, your credit card merchant will reimburse the tax (IVA).
For Dazzler Hotel:
Please call (5411) 5271- 5711 or e-mail grupos@fenhoteles.com to make your reservation.
When calling or e-mailing to make your reservations, please mention the code 255265 in order to receive a discounted rate of $125 + IVA (21%). Please note that if you pay with an international credit card, your credit card merchant will reimburse the tax (IVA).
The rate includes breakfast and Wifi. Be sure to book your hotel room by October 28, 2019 in order to receive the discount.
Alternatively, you can also check out AirBnB for other lodging options. We recommend the Palermo Soho area.
Touring Buenos Aires
There is tons to do in Buenos Aires, so we aren't going to attempt to cover it all here, but these are a few of our "must sees:"
1. Teatro Colon/ Casa Rosada
2. Caminito
3. Puerto Madero
4. El Ateneo (Bookstore)
5. Palermo
Check these sites for more information:
Main site:
turismo.buenosaires.gob.ar/en
Must see attractions:
turismo.buenosaires.gob.ar/en/recorrido/must-see-attractions
First time in the City:
turismo.buenosaires.gob.ar/en/article/first-time-city
Itineraries:
turismo.buenosaires.gob.ar/en/agrupador-noticias/itineraries
Also, for all the Polo enthusiasts, its peak Polo season in Buenos Aires in November: palermo.aapolo.com/#/