Argentina (Country Guide)
Selected Book Details
- Paperback
- Edition: 6
- Author: Danny Palmerlee
- Publisher: Lonely Planet
- Release Date: August 2008
- ISBN-10: 1741047021
- ISBN-13: 9781741047028
- List Price: $25.99
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Summaries and Customer Reviews provided by Amazon
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Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Good general guide with great maps
Rating: 
Argentina is a huge and very diverse country and a guide book is very handy to have. The many maps are extremely helpful, and the how to get there and away sections are great. This book is also filled with lots of helpful hints like dangers and annoyances, interesting places to go, and history. Most of the hotel recommendations have been helpful, but be aware that many people read this book, and the recommended hotels can often be full. I have also met some of the authors, and their tight budgets and time schedules do not allow them to check out all the options. I would recommend buying this book, but keep your eyes and ears open. Many of the best hotels and restaurants that I have found have been from word of mouth of other travelers, or roaming the streets. Restaurants and bus schedules often change, so it is best to observe them for yourself. Dancing on the Edge of an Endangered Planet
Lonely Planet does it again
Rating:
Lonely Planet can usually be relied upon to produce well written, concise and useful travel guides to destinations around the globe.
This guide to Argentina appears to be another winner. While I haven't used it (and so can't confirm the accuracy of the listings) it includes the usual good selection of hotels and restauants, practical information (tourist offices, laundries, local and regional travel), sites and festivals. Background information at the front of the book covers history, culture, food and music; while the 'Directory' at the back offers info on climate, getting there, health concerns,language etc.
Along with Argentina, there is also a brief chapter on Uruguay (and it's quite sufficient -- Uruguay isn't very big) and one on the far southern tip of Chile (useful for travelers hoping to visit the Falklands ... you can't get there from Argentina.) Lots of color pictures and maps too.
Overall, an excellent choice for any traveller hoping to visit Argentina ... or just dreaming about it.
VERY detailed. . .
Rating:
This book is very detailed with just an abundance of information. I like the way there are tabs along the edge of the book with the different areas of the country. Dining. . . . Accommodations. . . Sightseeing. . . . Transportation. . . . Maps. . . . General Information. There are a few pictures at the front of the book, but if you're looking for a book with a lot of pictures, then this book is not for you. On the other hand, if you want to be book packed with great information, then I recommend it highly.
A packed travel guide with tons of reviews and ideas
Rating:
The Lonely Planet guide to Argentina might not be as colorful as some of their guidebooks (though there are several nice color-photo sections). The real worth of this book is the care put into all of the write-ups on the regions, the hotels, restaurants, destinations, etc. This book is packed and a really great resource.
You Won't Feel Too Lonely In Argentina With This Handy Reference
Rating:
Lonely Planet's Argentina Country Guide gives the casual traveler and the hardcore thrill seeker everything they'd ever need to make it in the South American country.
The guide is broken down into nine regions and a tenth on neighboring Uruguay alone. At the beginning of each region's chapter, it is given a brief description and a list of highlights as well.
The opening of the book includes (now out-of-date) exchange rates, hotel and food costs, a conversion table, telephone information and other travel basic. There's also a brief section on the country's history, culture, economy and other interesting tidbits (including a food glossary) and a "best of Argentina" section.
While color photographs are sparse, they are very beautiful. There are also some excellent black and white pics scattered throughout the book. A full color map of the country is presented near the beginning of the book and then each region is broken down in a black and white map.
With the combined efforts of seven authors/travelers on the pages of this guide, I'm sure there is something for everyone who is planning a trip to Argentina. Recommended.
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