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A country with thriving modern cities and a fascinating culture, blessed with the most amazing natural beauty you will ever see. Argentina is a tempting option for any traveler.
Americans are already making the long journey south to this country in droves this year, but 2024 could be the same. the best time of all visits.
The country has an excellent safety record, affordable prices, friendly people and a very welcoming attitude towards digital nomads.
So whether you choose the skyline of Buenos Aires or the vistas of Patagonia, you won’t be disappointed if you decide to take this trip.
One of the safest in South America
According to the latest data from the Global Peace Index, Argentina is rated as the second safest country in all of South America – second only to Uruguay.
It generally has low levels of violent crime and terrorist acts and has a strong police presence in major cities such as Buenos Aires and Mendoza.
It is also classified as a Level 1 destination by the US Department of State, meaning you don’t need to take any extra precautions when visiting the normal things you would do when traveling abroad.
Of course, crime can happen anywhere, but overall Argentina is among the safest countries you can visit in this part of the world.
It just got more affordable
If you’ve always been interested in a trip to Argentina but the cost has put you off, 2024 could be the year for you to make your move.
Argentina’s recently elected government has just done that has lowered the value of its currency by 50% against the US dollar in an effort to address the country’s economic problems.
This means your money now goes twice as far – one dollar used to be about 390 Argentine pesos, now it’s about 800.
It may seem a bit insensitive to take advantage of another country’s financial problems, but one of the main benefits of this move from the Argentine government’s perspective is that it should attract more tourists to the country and therefore more spending and investments.
Digital nomads are welcome
Argentina is a very progressive country when it comes to welcoming digital nomads to its shores – it was recently named South America’s best destination for such travelers.
You can stay in Argentina for 90 days without doing any extra paperwork, which may be enough for some, but you can extend that to 180 days with the easy-to-apply visa for digital nomads.
The visa can then be extended for a further 180 days if you meet the desired criteria.
Argentina has over 300 different co-working spaces and the average cost of living for digital nomads is around $500 per month.
Vibrant Buenos Aires
Most travelers arrive in Buenos Aires first when they arrive in Argentina, and there are plenty of reasons to hang out in this city.
Checking off the iconic sights like the Teatro Colon, Palacio Barolo, and Plaza de Mayo is one way to spend a day or two in this perfect blend of colonial history and modern Latin American soul.
Another way is to explore the incredible gastronomy and nightlife that Buenos Aries has to offer – you can survive on a diet of empanadas and cocktails for longer than you might think!
The perfection of Patagonia
Once you’ve gotten the thrill of the city out of your system, you might want to head south to see one of the jewels in Argentina’s crown, the Patagonia region.
A wonderland of majestic mountains, majestic glaciers, enchanting forests and awe-inspiring plains. This region consists of five different provinces and is one of the bucket list destinations you must see before you die.
It’s a busy part of the world by backpackers, and you can get around cheaply and easily by bus, staying in hostels and campsites along the way.
Even if you’re not into outdoor activities, Patagonia is still an incredibly impressive place to see.
You could even explore large parts of it via Argentina’s iconic Route 40, a highway that crosses almost the entire length of the country.
Did someone say road trip?
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