Carnival 2012 @ Buenos Aires

Posted on January 31, 2012 | Leave a comment

This year 112 murgas (a form of popular musical theatre performed both in Uruguay and in Argentina during the Carnival season) will shine in the 37  “Corsos” (Buenos Aires Carnival celebrations) organized in the districts of the City of Buenos Aires.

Starting Saturday February 4 Carnival celebrations will run every weekend, including Monday 20 and Tuesday 21st.
Every Saturday the party starts at 7pm until 2am and on Sundays from 7pm until midnight.

The corsos are held in all districts, each calling for residents and tourists. Murgas origin typically have a neighborhood and look through humor and irony to make a social critique of the country.

Here is a list of corsos close to the hotel:

  • Abasto: Cordoba between S. Bustamante and Agüero.
  • Almagro: Corrientes between Medrano and Bulnes.
  • Caballito: Avellaneda between Nicasio Orono and F. Sarmiento.
  • Colegiales: General Lacroze between Martinez and Freire.
  • San Telmo: San Juan between Chacabuco and Tacuarí.
  • Villa Crespo: Scalabrini Ortiz between Corrientes and Velasco.

Also, a grand celebration of Carnival will be held at the Avenida 9 de Julio, on Saturday 25, Sunday 26 and Monday 27 February.
Latin American street musicians, carnival groups from  Brazil, Uruguay, Colombia and Bolivia were invited by the Government of Argentina to participate in these celebrations,where musical performances and shows will be performed.

Also, there are Carnival celebrations all over Argentina. Check here where: Carnival 2012 @ Argentina

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Buenos Aires by Bike

Posted on January 24, 2012 | Leave a comment

Bicing is the name of a ‘community bicycle program’ in Barcelona inaugurated on March 22, 2007, similar to the Vélô service in Toulouse, and Vélib‘ in Paris.

This Bicing system is also working in Buenos Aires: the city government lends a bicycle for free for a period of up to two hours. They can be removed in Bicing stations and be submitted in another city Bicing station. This system is not yet available for foreigners, but are planning to do so.

For now, the option for tourists to visit and discover a different Buenos Aires is to rent a bicycle, for example with La Bicicleta Naranja or Bike tours. They have a large fleet of bicycles, perfectly suitable for street circuits. This service includes safety helmets and locks.
They also organize tours where you’ll be immersed in history, culture and current affairs of the city through the eyes of the locals.

However, whether renting a bike or touring, it is interesting to know which streets are those with greater exposure to risk. And based on the same, determining routes or walks. The most dangerous streets are the avenues Rivadavia, Corrientes, San Juan, Cordoba, Belgrano, Santa Fe and 9 de Julio.

Check in this map where to ride safely: Ciclovias.

And make sure to wear sunscreen :D

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New kids on the block (of Palermo)

Posted on January 16, 2012 | Leave a comment

At Palermo there is always something going on. As the trendy neighborhood of Buenos Aires, there are always new bars & restaurants opening on a monthly basis.

These are the new places to go:

-Boteco do Brasil
Have the Prato feito carioca for lunch. Also, caipirinhas, cold guarana or a strawberry, orange and guarana smoothie are a must.
Bonpland 1367

-Soria Bar
One of the new & beautiful Palermo bars. Great for having drinks at the patio or terrace on summer evenings.
Gorriti 5151

-Próspero
This pastry shop make some of the best desserts in the city. Arevalo and Voltaire.

-Cruz Diablo
The biggest attraction is the bar, located almost on the sidewalk. Perfect for drinks.
Fitz Roy 1715

-Tijuana
Try the pineapple & salvia Margarita.
Guatemala 4540

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Monotennis Jan 6th

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Chinese New Year @ Buenos Aires

Posted on January 12, 2012 | 1 Comment

The Chinese New Year is a chance to leave the problems of the previous year behind. It is important to start the New Year fresh.

This 2012 is the Year of the Dragon, and there will be a special celebration on the evening of January, 21st to 22nd, at BA’s Chinatown located in Belgrano, an attractive and elegant green area north of the city of Buenos Aires.

Every year, visitors enjoy the famous dragon dance and find along the streets the community stands where chinese immigrants show different aspects of their culture.

There will also be tango shows with live orchestra, choirs of young singers and Chinese artists who will sing traditional and modern themes.

The celebration will end on Sunday evening when, simultaneously, Argentina and Asia will toast for a prosperous Year of the Dragon.

Where: Barrio Chino [ Arribeños entre Olazábal y Juramento y J, Belgrano ]
When: Saturday Jan 21st,  from 15.00 up to 22.00. Sunday Jan 22nd, from 10.00 up to 20.00.

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Summertime in BA: what to do outdoors?

Posted on January 4, 2012 | Leave a comment

Buenos Aires Playa
The beach, sand, sun and water: “Buenos Aires Beach”, is an oasis in the middle of town to experience a spectacular summer.
Located at Parque de los Niños, (Av. General Paz y Av. Cantilo) and Parque Roca (Av. 27 de Febrero y Av. Escalada).
Schedule
Tue to Sun from 10.00 up to 20.00

Parque de la costa
This theme park has four roller coasters and water roller coasters. In the center of the park there is a pond which holds the dancing water show and next to it you’ll find the terminal of the catamarans, which provides rides to the Delta.
Vivanco 1509, Tigre.

Temaikén
Temaikèn opened “the place of the wallabies.” A new space that recreates the natural environment of these small kangaroos, in which visitors can enter and be within inches of these friendly animals originating in Australia.
Bioparque Temaikén Ruta Provincial 25 (km. 1), Escobar
Schedule: Mon to Sun from 10 up to 18 ADMISSION: adults $78; children $60; retired $60

Buenos Aires Zoo
With more than a century of history, the zoo presents a great variety of species, old trees, a reptile place and a performance of sea mammals.
Schedule
Tue to Fri from 10 up to 17.30; Sat to Holidays from 10 up to 18
Av. Sarmiento y Av. General Las Heras, Palermo
www.zoobuenosaires.com.ar

Japanese Garden
Plants, flowers, bridges and cascades. The beauty of oriental gardens. For children, the attraction is in the bridges and the lake where colorful karpa fish brought from Japan may be seen.
Schedule: Mon to Sun from 10 up to 18
Av. Casares and Adolfo Berro.

Palermo Parks
Located in Palermo neighborhood, it is also known as 3 de Febrero Park. This area was designed by the French landscaper Carlos Thays in 1890. Shady trees, sculptures, footpaths, gardens and a magnificent water body are part of its attractions. In addition, it has the Rosedal (rose garden), the Jardín de los Poetas (Poet’s Garden) and the Patio Andaluz (Andalusian Patio). Every day, from the City Zoo gate facing Plaza Italia, the mateos (carriages drawn by horses) carry tourists and locals to visit the woods.
Av. Libertador and Av. Sarmiento

Costanera Sur & Ecologic Reservoir
Ideal to take a stroll in the open air, practice aerobics, ride on a bicycle or join a group for a night walk under the full moon. The Reservoir is a spot for walking or riding a bike along its many paths leading to the river.
Tristán Achával 1550, between Viamonte and Brasil streets.

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Happy 2012!

Posted on December 30, 2011 | Leave a comment

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Monotennis Dec 30th

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New Year’s celebrations @ Buenos Aires

Posted on December 27, 2011 | Leave a comment

Once dinner is over…is time to go out to celebrate, dance and drink with friends. What to do on December 31st? Check the options:


-La Boutique (formerly known as Museum)
The Irish DJ and producer Simon Patterson will be playing on this December 31, after midnight. Simon began his career in the music business with an A & R, a position he held over several labels. Tickets at door go between $100 to $200 pesos.
Peru 535, San Telmo

-Get Out! of the city
A classic of Buenos Aires’ New Year. This year Javier Bussola, Thomas Penton, JP Sgalia and Seven Eleven will be playing at Parque Santa Maria. The property has private parking. Tickets $ 50 pesos (only thru Ticketek).
(Camino del Buen Ayre km.16., entrada por Buenos Aires Golf Club)

-Max Graham @ Privilege
Canadian Dj Max Graham, will be playing progressive house, house, techno and trance. Doors open at 00.30 hours and the ticket will cost $ 80 pesos.
Avenida Costanera Rafael Obligado 1661, Costa Salguero,

-End of the year party of Il Ballo del Mattone
The artie trattoria of Palermo Hollywood invites you to celebrate the new year with them. More info at 4776-4247 or via email to reservas@ilballo.tv.
Gorriti 5737, Palermo Hollywood.

-New Year’s Eve @ Crobar Buenos Aires
Crobar proposes a trance party from 1 AM, where the star the night will be Dutch DJ and producer Sander van Doom. Tickets at the door will be $130 pesos.
Marcelino Freyre s / n [alt. Avenida Libertador 3886], Paseo de la Infanta, Arco 17

-Clubland NYE
The British duo Layo & Bushwaka return to Argentina to perform at the end of year party Clubland Buenos Aires. Along with this duo, local DJs Marcos Paz, Felix Galeano and Emiliano will be playing as well. Tickets at the door $150 pesos. Doors open at 00.30 pm.
Avenida Costanera Norte & La Pampa.

Source: Glamout.com

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Pasion Argentina

Posted on December 14, 2011 | Leave a comment

Since its 2002 launch, Pasion Argentina has designed, produced and sold bags, decorative objects, home accessories and gifts made from genuine, high-quality Argentine leather.


This week Pasion Argentina is having a pre-Christmas sale: starting on Dec 15th until Dec 17th,  from 12 noon until 8 pm, 2011-2012 Collection will be 40% Off.
Older Collections will be 60% Off.

Give in to temptation and don’t miss this special sale!

Adress: Scalabrini ORtiz 2330 PB A

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