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For solo female travelers in South America, Argentina is one of the best countries to add to your itinerary.
There is so much to experience in Argentina: the city life and culture in Buenos Aires, wine tasting in Mendoza, outdoor adventures and hiking in Patagonia, natural beauty at the Iguazu Falls and much more.
Argentina is currently on track to experience one of its best years ever in terms of tourism, meaning the country is currently exploding in popularity.
Here’s what makes this South American country perfect for solo female travelers right now:
1. Security
Argentina is currently one of the safest countries in Latin America.
An increase in crimes and civil unrest in countries like Colombia, Ecuador and Peru this year has many travelers wary, especially women traveling alone.
Destinations previously considered safe in South America have gained a less appetizing reputation this year.
However, despite Argentina’s ongoing economic problems, the country retains more security and stability than many other places in South America.
Argentina is among the top five safest countries in all of Latin America and is one of the safest countries in South America, along with neighboring Uruguay and Chile.
2. Budget-friendly
Argentina’s ongoing economic problems mean that US dollars (and other foreign currencies) are in high demand and tourists have access to preferential exchange rates.
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Last year, the introduction of the MEP exchange rate made it easier than ever for tourists to access a favorable exchange rate almost comparable to that of the unofficial ‘dólar blue’ rate. This allows you to get a better exchange rate (almost double the official rate) by paying with Visa credit or debit cards.
You can also get cash at the “dólar blue” rate through Western Union locations in Argentina. The value of the dollar is currently rising further than ever before in Argentina, making it one of the most affordable destinations in South America for budget-conscious solo travelers.
3. Travel convenience
Another reason Argentina is a great destination for solo female travelers is the ease of getting around the country.
With solo travel becoming more and more popular, many women are venturing out on their own for their first international trip. Argentina is a good destination for solo female travelers for the first time because it is more developed, easy to navigate, and has a solid tourism and transportation infrastructure.
Whether you’re getting around Buenos Aires by metro or taking a quick domestic flight to Mendoza, Córdoba, Bariloche or any other destination, Buenos Aires is easy to explore. There are also plenty of tour operators to choose from if you prefer to travel with a group for some activities.
While it is helpful to know a little Spanish, especially in rural areas, it is also possible to learn it by speaking English in Buenos Aires and popular tourist destinations in Argentina.
4. Work remotely
In addition to solo travel, remote living and working has become a major travel trend in 2023. Whether it’s a short ‘working vacation’ combining work and leisure or a longer stint as a digital nomad, Argentina is the perfect place for solo female travellers. living and working remotely.
Buenos Aires is a major hub for digital nomads and expats, so it’s easy to make friends and meet other travelers and locals.
As a North American, Argentina is also a good place to work remotely, as the country is in a time zone similar to much of the United States (it’s one hour ahead of Eastern Standard Time). This means you can start your workday in an hour or two. late, but still finished at a reasonable hour.
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