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elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 2 highlights of buenos aires Don’t miss out on Buenos Aires’ wealth of attractions, adventures and experiences

mong the richest in The ’s ‘café ’ is also one of its national side is the world’s strongest, Buenos Aduring its early 20th century heyday, defining elements, and is another aspect Aires is home to the highest concentration of Buenos Aires is ’s second of Buenos Aires’ lifestyle reminiscent of professional football clubs on the planet. largest city and without question one of its that of the French capital. A cultural center Famed as one of the globe’s finest leather most culturally fascinating. Nicknamed brimming with museums, art galleries and producers, ’s capital also has much the ‘ of the South’, the city feels more live music, there is also plenty to occupy to offer in terms of shopping. With a wide European than Latin American, with wide daytime and evening, along with a passion for selection of small boutique shops and large, avenues and an eclectic blend of and sport that rivals any on the planet. In addition stylish malls, visitors to the city are certain neoclassical architecture. to rugby and , in which Argentina’s not to leave empty handed.

LA BOMBONERA TEATRO COLON

WATCH AT TAKE IN A SHOW AT TEATRO COLON Arguably South America’s most iconic football club, Boca Juniors is Testament to Argentina’s position as one of the world’s wealthiest cities steeped in history. Deeply rooted in the working class neighborhood of at the turn of the 20th century, the Teatro Colón (Columbus Theater) , the club’s rivalry with more affluent fellow porteño outfit River is a magnificent structure widely regarded as one of South America’s Plate makes for one of the most famous derbies in world football. Based most elegant edifices. Completed in 1908 and re-opened in early 2010 at La Bombonera (the Chocolate Box), with its steep stands and electric following a lengthy period of refurbishment, the theater plays host to atmosphere courtesy of legendary fan group La Doce (the Twelfth Man), all manner of concerts, plays and expositions. A must-see during your Boca is the club that gave his first shot at the big time. A stay in Buenos Aires, ask your concierge for show listings and elite match day visit is unmissable for fans of the sport. ticket information.

TANGO Rojo Tango: Martha Salotti 445 Phone: +54 11 5787 1536 Website: www.rojotango.com and dance first began to gain widespread recognition in working class districts of Buenos Aires and in the middle of the 19th century, with the movement emerging as a fusion between distinct European and African styles with influences from Cuba and elsewhere in the Spanish-speaking . Today, the elegant art form is an integral part of Buenos Aires culture, and there is no better place to witness your first performance than in the Argentine capital. Expert concierges recommend the following tango shows, ideal for those seeking an initiation into a central CUMPARSITA aspect of the River Plate region’s cultural heritage. elite destination guide | buenos aires www.elitetraveler.com 3 Only elite Elite Traveler has selected the most exclusive VIP experiences

IGUAZU FALLS A TRIP TO IGUAZU FALLS IGUAZU NATIONAL PARK The falls were first seen by European eyes Phone: +54 37 5749 1469 in 1541 when Spanish conquistador Álvar Address: Concesionario Area Cataratas del Núñez Cabeza de Vaca was drawn to the Parque Nacional Iguazu, N3370XAJ site by the noise of the gushing , which Website: www.iguazuargentina.com can be heard from a distance of several Straddling the border between and kilometers. Guaraní legend dictates that the Argentina is one of the natural world’s true natural wonder was created by a vengeful wonders. No trip to South America, let alone God who had intended to marry a local Argentina, is complete without a visit to the girl named Naipí, who evaded the deity’s marvelous Iguazu Falls. Unlike other famous attentions and fled down the river in a canoe waterfalls, which often have just one drop, with her mortal lover Tarobá. Stricken, the Iguazu is breathtaking in its expanse, with god sliced the river in two in a blind rage, 275 separate drops along a 1.7 mile stretch sending the lovers cascading to certain of the . At 500 feet in width and death and creating the magnificent falls in almost half a mile in length, Devil’s Throat, the process. or La Garganta del Diablo in Spanish, is the largest single cataract in the world and There are national parks affording stands a staggering 270 feet high. spectacular views of the waterfalls on either side of the Argentine-Brazilian The name Iguazu is derived from the border, with the entrance to the Argentine indigenous Guaraní words for “big” and park situated just 11 miles from the town ”water”, and that effectively sums up the of Puerto Iguazu. Once inside the park, impression visitors are left with having visitors can enjoy spectacular views of the spent a day marveling at one of the world’s waterfalls from numerous distinct vantage most impressive natural sites. Platforms points, some of which are served by the located inside the Iguazu National Park ‘Ecological Train of the Forest’; a single- on the Argentine side of the border allow track railway system that visitors In addition to the spectacular waterfalls which undisturbed views of the falls, where you from one point to another. There are also are of the star attraction, the park is can appreciate the full force of nature as up trails for those that prefer to walk through also a designated wildlife reserve, and several to 400,000 gallons of water a second pour the jungle and take in the flora ecological trails covering several miles of into the river below. and fauna. terrain offer a chance to immerse yourself in nature. The park is home to a diverse and colorful selection of wildlife, with over 450 species of birds, 80 different mammal species and innumerable varieties of insects and reptiles.

Aside from being the home of Iguazu Falls, the ‘three borders region’, as the where Argentina, Brazil and converge is known, is also home to the imposing Itaipu Dam. Straddling the Paraná River between Brazil and Paraguay and jointly administered by the two nations’ governments, the dam is the largest operating hydroelectric facility in terms of annual generating capacity in the world. Itaipu generates around 90% of the electricity consumed by Paraguay and just under 20% of that used in Brazil and was completed in 1984.

See the ‘Where to Stay’ section (page 8) for recommendations on where to stay when IGUAZU FALLS visiting Iguazu. elite destination guide | buenos aires www.elitetraveler.com 4 CONCIERGE RECOMMENDATIONS

ARIEL BARRIONUEVO El Obrero Japanese and French fusion. A traditional restaurant with a selection of old-style On the ground floor you’ll find the only Kaiten bar SENIOR EXPERIENCE MANAGER, dishes. and soccer legends adorn the walls. in Buenos Aires. Vibrant young atmosphere. FAENA HOTEL + UNIVERSE

Phone: +54 11 4010 9000 Fervor Other Restaurants Email: [email protected] A beautifully appointed brasserie in the upscale Sur Recoleta district, where the grilled seafood Club Del Progresso PLACES TO VISIT is highly recommended. La Vineria Del Progreso San Telmo Casa Cruz An old quarter of Buenos Aires where you will find flea markets and antique shops. A large street One of the best places for sushi. SIGHTS TO SEE market is held every Sunday. Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes: Over 12,000 Café des Arts del Malba works and regular exhibitions make this Recoleta Cemetery Museum of Latin American Art Buenos Aires museum a must for art enthusiasts. Take a guided tour and hear intriguing stories about the historic wealthy families, presidents and Museo : A fascinating museum giving an celebrities buried in the cemetery. insight into the life of one of Argentina’s favorite daughters, Eva Perón, who was immortalized in Palermo Alan Parker’s 1996 film. The Soho of Buenos Aires is an excellent shopping area, with a wide selection of local MALBA, Museum of Latin American Arts of clothing and interior designers, along with cool Buenos Aires: Spend an afternoon perusing bars and restaurants. some of the finest artwork has to offer at this iconic museum. These are old, luxurious farm houses situated in Fortabat Museum: Browse one of the most the countryside just outside the city (one hour’s prestigious private art collections in the world drive away). Enjoy the country lifestyle, and make at the Fortabat. use of the horse riding, polo and facilities. PROA Foundation: Located in La Boca, Traditional cafés in El Tigre PROA Foundation features both modern and Tortoni is one of the oldest and most traditional traditional art exhibitions. cafés in Buenos Aires, having first opened in SANTELMO 1858; Las Violetas is one of the most beautiful : One of Buenos Aires’ first cafés in the city, famed for its stunning stained PLACES TO HAVE DINNER skyscrapers, Palacio Barolo was completed glass windows. El Bistro, Faena Hotel + Universe: El Bistro in 1923 and stands as a testament to the Offers an elegant dining experience that indulges all architectural style which made the city famous. PLACES TO HAVE of the senses, featuring by award-winning El Mercado at Faena Hotel + Universe head Mariano Cid de , a former pupil : The site of the Inspired by the old European markets and the of Ferran Adrià. or ‘ House’, Argentina’s presidential legendary cantinas of Buenos Aires, El Mercado palace, this square is a must-see on any offers authentic, top-quality traditional Argentine Nectarine tourist’s itinerary. cuisine by the warmth of a rustic adobe mud oven. Creative served up in a European ambiance. This exclusive restaurant is hidden down a Mercado de San Telmo: Every Sunday, San Telmo’s Cabaña Las Lilas narrow pedestrian alley. legendary street market takes over the old district’s Widely considered to be one of the best streets, pictured, offering the chance to buy high houses in town, this is the perfect place to enjoy Cantina Los Amigos quality local goods. Argentina’s famous beef and is noted for its Spanish-style bistro, suitable for lunch and outstanding service. dinner. Ask for a glass of port wine with dessert, you El : A popular tourist destination, El won’t regret it. Caminito is situated in the famous district of La La Brigada Boca and gives an idea of what life was like for A classic place with a traditional way of doing Tegui Genovese immigrants arriving in Argentina at things and boasting personalized service The well-known local chef Martitegui tempts you with the turn of the 20th century. from the owner. a culinary experience.

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LA CATEDRAL METROPOLOTANA PATRICIA GLUSMAN CO-OWNER, THE GLU HOTEL

Phone: +54 11 4831 4646 Email: [email protected]

PLACES TO VISIT San Telmo The best show in town right now is Rojo Tango; located at the Cabaret Restaurant inside the Faena Hotel. With just a hundred sittings a performance, it ensures an intimate, personalized experience. Rojo Tango showcases traditional tango in a risqué fashion, this being the main difference between Rojo and other tango shows. Another option for those seeking an initiation into tango is Esquina , located in the Abasto neighborhood. It is a very traditional show where the performers represent the evolution of tango. The at Esquina Carlos Gardel is also excellent. In addition to these shows, Gala Tango in San Telmo is another popular option. Here visitors are treated to tango and the show also features a representation of Evita, complete with her famous speech, folk music from the north of Argentina and a dancing malambo with ‘boleadoras’ too. If you prefer to see a little bit of everything this is a good option. Tango classes are available for the more adventurous. La Catedral Metropolotana La Catedral Metropolotana is definitely worth a visit as it is one of the most beautiful buildings in all of Buenos Aires. The neoclassical structure is located at the front of Plaza de Mayo at the intersection of San Martin and Rivadavia.

FAENA CABARET

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AmericAn Jet

Services: Over 25 years of expertise back American Jet’s career. This Argentine-capital based firm was founded in 1984 with the objective of providing passengers with the best experience in their flights. Since then, the has devoted all of its resources to fulfill this premise and to keep evolving and growing, offering new and more specific services to all its customers.

American Jet’s clients portfolio includes number one companies in the oil and mining sectors and also public organisations. Besides internal exhaustive check routines, most of the customers also audit the company and its processes, ensuring a top-quality and safe service.

American Jet operates under international standards and every crew member and technician is trained abroad at the aircraft manufacturers’ training centers.

The company also has the most modern jet fleet and onboard service and catering can be fully customized to suit each passenger’s requirements.

American Jet is always looking ahead and providing the most comprehensive passenger-centric service; that’s why they say that arriving is only a new departure point.

Charter operations: American Jet’s headquarters are in Buenos Aires, at the Airport, and the company also holds bases in Neuquén and San Fernando.

Among its wide range of services, American Jet offers charter flights, corporate and medical care flights, air work, an air cargo and postal service, aircraft groundhandling, third party aircraft management and aeroconsulting.

For further information or questions, feel free to reach American Jet at its customer center’s phone numbers: +54 11 4775-5436 / +54 11 4775-5487 or via e-mail at: [email protected]

elite destination guide | buenos aires www.elitetraveler.com 7 WHERE TO STAY Whether you want a sumptuous bed, a spectacular view or service beyond compare – choose from our stunning selection

FAENA HOTEL + UNIVERSE POOL

FAENA LA CATEDRAL F SUITE

FAENA HOTEL + UNIVERSE TOP SUITE VIP contact: Silvina Mones Ruiz, head of reservations F SUITE Phone: +54 11 4010 9070 . Square footage: 1,290 . Nightly rate: $9,500 Email: [email protected] Why we love it: The most expensive suite in Latin America Address: Martha Salotti 445, C1107CMB dominates the sixth floor of this complex, offering unparalleled Website: www.faenahotelanduniverse.com panoramic views of the River Plate and the city, with an outdoor Situated close to the banks of the River Plate, within Buenos Aires’ terrace allowing you to make the most of the spectacular vista. fashionable district, Faena Hotel + Universe boasts The F Suite combines elegance and luxury, featuring a state- sumptuous facilities and is widely considered one of the most luxurious of-the-art entertainment center alongside two bedrooms, three hotels in South America. The interior takes the guest back to the Belle Italian arabasceto bathrooms with rainforest showers and Jacuzzi, Epoque, as elegant lapacho wood and arabasceto marble combine, and a living room, dining room, and library. The F Suite is the upon arrival you are greeted by a personal experience manager who result of close collaboration between designers Philippe Starck remains at your disposal for the duration of your stay, ensuring your and Alan Faena, combining traditional Argentine style with modern every desire is tended to. functionality and luxury. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 8 WHERE TO STAY

ALVEAR PALACE HOTEL

THE VERSAILLES , ALVEAR PALACE HOTEL ROYAL SUITE

ALVEAR PALACE HOTEL TOP SUITE VIP contact: Olga Petroni, General Manager ROYAL SUITE Phone: +54 11 4808 2179 . Square footage: 2,700 . Nightly rate: $8,000 Email: [email protected] Why we love it: Aptly named, this suite is the place royals of genuinely Address: 1891, C1129AAA blue blood choose while staying in Buenos Aires. The ultra-traditional Website: www.alvearpalace.com one-bedroom suite has a magisterial air that never fails to impress. The magnificent Alvear Palace is situated in the heart of Recoleta, Buenos Aires’s The dining room is the perfect place to entertain guests with an most sought-after neighborhood, perfectly placing the guest to explore the appreciation for the finer things in life; its jewel-toned seating, wealth of exclusive restaurants, bars and shopping facilities the city has to offer. antique mirror and mahogany table possess uncommon grace that are Featuring an exclusive spa and business center capable of hosting gatherings and sure to dazzle. A personal butler service ensures that your every need functions, along with two high-class restaurants, which are regularly cited among is attended to for the duration of your stay, and the suite is rounded off the city’s finest, the Alvear is also home to two upscale bars, allowing guests to with original artwork from some of Argentina’s finest painters dine and drink in style without the need to leave the stylish confines of the Palace. and sculptors. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 9 WHERE TO STAY

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL

PALACIO DUHAU-PARK HYATT

PALACIO DUHAU-PARK HYATT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL VIP contact: reservations department VIP contact: Magali Horvat, Head of Reservations Phone: +54 11 5171 1234 Phone: +54 11 4321 1200 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Address: Avenida Alvear 1661, C1014AAD Address: Posadas 1086/88, C1011ABB Website: www.buenosaires.park.hyatt.com Website: www.fourseasons.com/buenosaires Located on Avenida Alvear in the fashionable Recoleta district, which Located in the upscale Recoleta neighborhood, in close proximity to the city’s has played host to some of Buenos Aires’ most famous celebrities business sector as well as high class shopping and nightlife, the Four Seasons and political figures over the years, the hotel stands as a monument Buenos Aires certainly lives up to the reputation the chain has established as to the integration of the city’s historical past and its innovative one of the world’s premier hotel networks. The hotel combines a renovated modern design, with ultramodern comforts housed in a building tower and 20th century French-style mansion, first constructed as a wedding of supreme grandeur. Featuring beautiful gardens, the hotel gift for the bride of a member of one of the city’s most influential families in offers a stunning array of amenities and the customary Park Hyatt 1920. Recently renovated, it oozes class and luxury, delivering the second-to- graciousness and service. none service that is the hallmark of any Four Seasons establishment. TOP SUITE TOP SUITE PARK EXECUTIVE SUITE LA MANSIÓN PRESIDENTIAL SUITE . Square footage: 1,020 . Nightly rate: $965 . Square footage: 1,940 . Nightly rate: $8,000 Why we love it: A luxurious suite with living room, work area, guest bath Why we love it: Passing through its elegant foyer immediately gives the guest and king bedroom with connecting bath offering bidet area, tub and rain an understanding of the Presidential Suite’s opulence. Boasting a private dining shower. Pampering amenities include butler and turndown service, and room perfect for entertaining, and containing a lavish master bedroom equipped state-of-the-art amenities such as flat-screen TV and wireless internet with an entertainment system and bathroom fitted with three varieties of wall- access complement the suite’s modern décor. In addition, a personal to-wall marble, the suite is sublimely furnished and guaranteed to impress even work area enables guests to stay on top of business matters whilst the most demanding of visitors. You are invited to relax and allow the butler to residing at the Park Hyatt. deal with anything you require 24 hours a day. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 10 WHERE TO STAY

PARK TOWER VIP contact: Gustavo Gallo, concierge Phone: +54 11 4318 9100 Email: [email protected] Address: Avenida Leandro N. Alem 1193 Website: www.starwoodhotels.com/luxury This regal 23-floor hotel offers 181 captivating Biedermeier-style guest rooms with refined Italian marble bathrooms gracing each. The exquisite service on offer at the Park Tower includes a 24-hour concierge, room service and a personalized butler service on every floor. Recline on elegant furnishings housed under high ceilings and enjoy an afternoon , specialty cocktail or cigar at the exclusive cigar bar. In addition, the hotel hosts two swimming pools, a gym with massage parlors, and a famously divine restaurant, making it one of the city’s more popular choices for the PARK TOWER LObbY discerning guest.

THE GLU SUITE

THE GLU HOTEL TOP SUITE VIP contact: Patricia Glusman, hotel owner THE GLU SUITE Phone: +54 11 4831 4646 . Square footage: 755 . Nightly rate: $310 Email: [email protected] Why we love it: The prestigious Glu suite includes a separate living Address: Godoy Cruz, 1733 room and private terrace, in addition to the bedroom featuring a king- Website: www.thegluhotel.com size bed complete with fine linen sheets. Located in the fashionable Palermo Soho district just a short walk from a wide range of trendy bars, clubs and restaurants, the Glu is fast establishing a The bathroom includes a personal Jacuzzi and wide rainfall shower, reputation for itself as one of the Argentine capital’s premier boutique hotels. The while the bedroom boasts a state-of-the-art entertainment system, hotel’s impressive rooftop terrace, which contains a delightful whirlpool bath, including wall-mounted LCD Hotelevision and DVD player. L’Occitane allows guests to recline and relax, so near yet so far from the bustling cityscape toiletry products and a boutique wine selection round off a superb suite the hotel is situated in the heart of. which is certain to make an impression. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 11 WHERE TO STAY

ESTANCIA VILLA MARIA FACADE

ESTANCIA VILLA MARIA HORSE RIDING ESTANCIA VILLA MARIA ROOMS

ESTANCIA VILLA MARIA Combining all manner of modern comforts with traditional grace and VIP contact: Juan Giacalone, General Manager style, the hotel is recognized as one of the best getaways in the Greater Phone: +54 11 4832 8737 Buenos Aires area, offering guests the opportunity to take part in sporting Email: [email protected] activities such as polo, horse riding and tennis while making the most of Address: Ruta 205 km 47.5, Ezeiza the fresh country air. Estancia Villa Maria boasts a restaurant Website: www.estanciavillamaria.com along with a well-stocked bar, cigar salon and wine cellar, allowing Situated 45 minutes’ drive outside Buenos Aires and just 15 minutes from guests to indulge in luxurious splendor. The main building is comprised Ezeiza International Airport, Estancia Villa Maria is a rural getaway for of a three-floor Tudor mansion, situated in the midst of 65 hectares of those seeking to relax and reconnect with nature in a setting far removed luscious green countryside, perfect for walking and all manner of outdoor from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Designed by pursuits. A beautiful park designed by Charles Thays over 70 years ago and completed in 1927, the hotel is one of the best examples of Tudor and featuring exquisite marble statues and benches defines the hotel’s architecture in South America and is surrounded by beautiful gardens, elegance, while the sumptuous swimming pool provides the perfect respite allowing for a truly natural experience. to soaring temperatures in the height of summer. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 12 WHERE TO STAY

IN PUERTO IGUAZU HOTEL CATARATAS Phone: +54 37 5742 1100 Email: [email protected] Address: Ruta 12 km 4, Puerto Iguazú Website: www.hotelcataratas.com/en Ideal for those seeking a luxurious retreat while they visit one of the planet’s top tourist attractions, the five-star Hotel Cataratas boasts proximity to the region’s top sites as well as excellent facilities.

A superb swimming pool, complete with a tropical waterfall feature, allows guests to make the most of warmer days, while the on offer is simply divine. What better way to recuperate after seeing the falls than by relaxing in the hotel’s spa and health club? This hotel is sure to make your stay in CATARATAS Misiones a memorable one.

HOTEL IGUAZU

LOI SUITES HOTEL IGUAZU The spotless rooms combine natural harmony with luxury, while state-of-the- Phone: +54 37 5749 8300 art spa, gym and sauna facilities mean you can keep on top of your physical Email: [email protected] wellbeing even in such a remote locale. The food at Loi Suites has also won Address: Iryapú sin Número, Casilla de Correo nº11, 3370 acclaim for its high quality, and the hotel offers a service that is second to none. Website: www.loisuites.com.ar/en Just 15 minutes from the waterfalls, which will doubtless be the motive for your In addition to private suites that offer the highest of comfort and trip, nestles the sublime Loi Suites Hotel. Thoughtfully built in the tropical jungle relaxation, Loi Suites has a multitude of function and event rooms providing of Iriapu, with a focus on sustainable construction and maintenance, the Loi Suite the perfect setting for meetings and conferences, whatever your needs. For prides itself on respecting the natural environment while at the same time ensuring the more adventurous, the hotel offers hiking and kayaking and also boasts an the hotel delivers exemplary service and amenities to distinguished guests. outdoor swimming pool. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 13 Where to Dine

dding a South American twist to A traditional European gourmet, Buenos Aires’ excellent gastronomic offering is not limited to Argentina’s world-leading beef. The city’s cuisine is a microcosm of its culture, blending Italian, French and other Old World influences to create a truly unique .

toP ChoiCe CASA CRUZ Phone: +54 11 4833 1112 Address: Uriarte 1658 Cuisine: Modern Argentine Style / ambiance: Hyped as one of the city’s best eateries, Casa Cruz does not disappoint. With its stylish mahogany interior and dim lighting greeting you after passing through the unmarked entrance, the place oozes class, and chef Germán Martitegui’s reputation as one of South America’s finest is certainly well-deserved. Martitegui serves up with a modern twist, and, in addition to the culinary pleasures Casa Sur imparts, the restaurant has attracted acclaim for the flamboyant drinks on offer.

SUCRE

toP ChoiCe Phone: +54 11 4782 9082 Email: [email protected] Address: Sucre 676 Website: www.sucrerestaurant.com.ar Cuisine: Contemporary Argentine Style / ambiance: No trip to Argentina would be complete without sampling some of the country’s world-famous beef, and Sucre brings a contemporary and elegant touch to carnivorous . Under head chef Gonzalo Sacot, Sucre has received plaudits from domestic and international critics for the novel manner in which it approaches traditional dishes, and the décor of the restaurant is well suited to those who enjoy dining in a stylish, exclusive environment. Sucre is also noteworthy for its liquid delicacies, with a wide range of premier cocktails served at the bar SUCRE and a comprehensive selection of imported and Argentine wines to savor.

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LA BoURGoGnE

toP ChoiCe MoDern LE MIStRAL, FoUR SEASon HotEL LA BoURGoGnE VIP contact: Magali Horvat, Head of Reservations General Manager: Pascal Bernard Phone: +54 11 4321 1200 Phone: +54 11 4808 2100 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Address: Posadas 1086/88, C1011ABB Address: Ayacucho 2027 Website: www.fourseasons.com/buenosaires Website: www.alvearpalace.com Cuisine: Argentine Cuisine: French Style / ambiance: Located in the Four Seasons Hotel, Le Mistral is open for Style / ambiance: Located inside the prestigious Alvear Palace Hotel, , lunch and dinner and offers an inspired local cuisine created by La Bourgogne lives up to its reputation as one of the finest places to enjoy Executive Chef Matthias Zumstein and a variety of Argentine wines by the glass. French cuisine and international food in the whole of South America. The setting is informal yet elegant with black-and-white marble floors, wooden Jean Paul Bondoux is the chef at the only Relais & Chateaux restaurant tables and leather-covered walls and chairs. The specialties include a buffet in Buenos Aires and delights the most demanding gourmands with his for breakfast offering local items such as and , as well as a refined cuisine. Every afternoon, he puts together one of the most renowned complete à la carte menu. At dinner, experience local delicacies like ancas de ‘Grill Rotissoire’ in the city. At night, he reveals his specials—one option of rana, mixed grill Mistral parrilla, slow-braised beef and acclaimed Kobe which will be drawn from the plates that made him famous. To describe La beef from animals raised in the of Argentina. Chef Bourgogne as elegant is to master the art of understatement, and you are Marafuschi creates unique desserts such as warm coconut pudding, pineapple likely to be dining alongside Porteño celebrities and foreign dignitaries as marinated in cardamom and honey . you enjoy divine food in the light, spacious restaurant.

stYLish MoDern CHILA oSAkA General Manager: Andrés Porcel VIP contact: Elmer Garcia Phone: +54 11 4343 6067 Phone: +54 11 4775 6964 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Address: Alicia Moreau de Justo 1160 Address: Soler 5608 Website: www.chilaweb.com.ar Website: www.osaka.com.pe Cuisine: French-inspired Argentine Cuisine: Japanese / Peruvian fusion Style / ambiance: Reputed city-wide for it’s French-inspired Argentine delicacies, Style / ambiance: Osaka was originally based on a Japanese/Peruvian fusion of Chila is fast becoming one of the places to be seen in Buenos Aires. As well as and has extended to include Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Nikkei and – boasting a kitchen famed as one of the capital’s best, Chila offers diners a private a unique menu in anyone’s book. Frequently cited as the city’s best restaurant, the room service which seats up to 20 and bestows an incredible view of Puerto menu at Osaka is constantly evolving combining new techniques with the studying of Madero, the city’s up-and-coming renovated dock district. In 2009, the restaurant culinary . Osaka is an ideal place for private parties and special events. You was awarded the prestigious Chef de l’Avenir award by the International Academy can hire the entire restaurant or just a section, for example the terrace, depending on of . your needs and style of event. elite destination guide | buenos aires www.elitetraveler.com 15 Where to Dine

EL BIStRÓ stYLish EL BIStRÓ VIP contact: Luis De Casas Phone: +54 11 4010 9200 Email: [email protected] Address: Martha Salotti 445 Website: www.faenaexperience.com Cuisine: Gourmet Style / ambiance: Adventure combines with elegance in one of the continent’s most talked about restaurants, where award- winning head chef Mariano Cid de la Paz offers a delectable menu which earned El Bistró the honor of being named among the planet’s top ten hotel restaurants by Hotels Magazine. Part of the Faena Hotel + Universe, it is no surprise that El Bistró has been noted for quality and excellence of service. Faena has attained numerous awards recognizing its quality from a litany of established and respected publications, and that is in no small part due to the high quality of the cuisine on offer at El Bistró. The restaurant has earned glowing reviews from some of South America’s most exacting critics, and the prestige of the establishment continues to grow. The tasting menu, allowing diners to sample a selection of the chef’s finest delicacies in addition to five varieties of delicious wine, is an extremely popular choice, particularly among those who find it hard to choose from the plethora of delicacies on offer.

stYLish stYLish stYLish toMo I nECtARInE oVIEDo General Manager: Federico Fialayre Phone: +54 11 4813 6993 General Manager: Emilio Garip Phone: +54 11 4326 6698 Address: Vicente López 1661, between Montevideo Phone: +54 11 4822 5415 Email: [email protected] and Rodríguez Peña Email: [email protected] Address: 521 Website: www.nectarinerestaurant.com Address: Luis 1425 [or Beruti 2602] Website: www.tomo1.com.ar Cuisine: French gourmet Website: www.oviedoresto.com.ar Cuisine: Porteño gourmet Style / ambiance: A sophisticated, romantic Cuisine: Mediterranean Style / ambiance: Tomo I is recognized as French restaurant tucked into the tiny alley Style / ambiance: Chef Martín Rebaulino is one of the quintessential gourmet restaurants of Vicente López in the Argentine capital’s renowned for the excellence of his seafood, of the Buenos Aires circuit. Situated in the upscale Recoleta neighborhood. The wide and Oviedo is well known among Porteños mezzanine of the five-star Panoramico Hotel, selection of Gaulish food and wine on offer with a taste for the finer things in life, due in the Concaro sisters have won acclaim from keeps Porteños with an appreciation for fine no small part to its impressive collection of far and wide for a menu that evidences the dining coming back for more, and the open Spanish wines. The unique lighting system rich history of European immigration that has kitchen makes for a memorable nouvelle gives an almost surreal air to the restaurant made Buenos Aires what it is today. A sober cuisine experience. The eight-course tasting while the food is simply divine, with each dish, interior of organic fabrics and wood finish menu is extremely popular, enabling diners to made using only the freshest ingredients, gives a distinguished feel, and diners can relax sample the very best that Nectarine has bearing its own identifiable hallmarks. As with a drink in the lounge prior to enjoying to offer. seats are at a premium, reserving a table is unforgettable Argentine cuisine. strongly advised. elite destination guide | buenos aires www.elitetraveler.com 16 Where to be pampered Be taken to another world of relaxation and beauty with top therapists and spas

MARKUS FOR MEN

MARKUS FOR MEN Spa director: Marilyn Balaguer, co-founder sense of relaxation, while the comfortable furniture helps you feel at ease as you Phone: +54 11 4811 0058 enjoy a revitalizing experience. Soothing music from Chinese and Japanese wind Email: [email protected] instruments among other styles creates a peaceful ambiance, and, spending an Address: 1046 afternoon at Markus, it is to forget you are in one of the largest, busiest cities Website: www.markusformen.com on the planet. Treatments and facilities: Despite having been founded just five years ago, this Signature treatment: Markus offers a wide range of treatments for men who exclusively male day spa situated on Avenida Callao in the center of Buenos wish to feel rejuvenated, from full spa packages to massages tailored to your Aires has already attracted international recognition for its quality of service and individual requirements. Siesta and relaxation rooms allow visitors to recuperate meticulous attention to detail. Markus’ stylish 1950s décor, with smooth pastel in a soothing environment, and the spa places special emphasis on meeting the colors, frosted glass and walls upholstered in Slavonian oak, gives an instant individual needs of clients, offering a thorough, personalized service.

AHÍN WELLNESS & SPA AT PALACIO DUHAU PARK HYATT SWIMMINg POOL, ANÍN WELLNESS & SPA Phone: +54 11 5171 1240 Email: [email protected] Address: Avenida Alvear 1661, C1014AAD Website: www.buenosaires.park.hyatt.com/hyatt/pure/spas Treatments and facilities: Situated in the fabulous Palacio Duhau Hotel, the Ahín is a spacious haven set in more than 8,000 square feet which benefits from an abundance of natural light, with fountains and a view of the hotel’s gardens contributing to a tranquil atmosphere conducive to total relaxation for mind and body. Ahín is the traditional welcome ceremony reserved for esteemed guests in the indigenous language, and the spa and wellness center certainly lives up to the title. Boasting a heated 25 meter pool along with spa suites, individual treatment rooms and a hydrotherapy salon, the visitor is bound to leave feeling rejuvenated and refreshed. To round off the package, a top of the line fitness studio with a range of cardiovascular exercise technology is the perfect complement to the range of treatments the Ahín has to offer. Signature treatment: Ahín has won significant praise for its range of massages, with several distinct treatments geared to offering the best possible service according to the needs of the individual. Choose from Swedish, hot stone and Shiatsu comfort massages among others, before enjoying one of the spa’s splendid full-body ceremonial treatments. We recommend the detoxifying mud therapy programme to leave your body feeling cleansed and revitalized. A wide selection of facial treatments is also available, once again tailored to your personal requirements. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 17 Where to be pampered

FAENA SPA AT FAENA HOTEL + UNIVERSE FAENA HOTEL + UNIVERSE SPA gIMANSIO RECEPTION Spa director: Agustina Caminos Phone: +54 11 4010 9000 Email: [email protected] Address: Spa, Faena Hotel + Universe, Martha Salotti 445 Website: www.faenahotelanduniverse.com Treatments and facilities: Widely regarded as one of South America’s finest spas and a member of Leading Spas of the World, the Faena is situated in the hotel of the same name close to the banks of the River Plate. Located in Puerto Madero, the city’s renovated and refreshed dock district, the Faena offers a healthy range of treatments and activities to leave you feeling invigorated and revitalized. The Turkish-style hammam, designed by Philippe Starck and fully-equipped treatment rooms decked in Italian arabasceto marble are stunning, while the Faena also boasts a Turkish gommage room, sauna and massage room in addition to a state-of-the-art fitness center staffed by excellent personal trainers. Signature treatment: The Faena Spa is famous for its effective natural healing techniques, and offers a full range of massages and crystal therapy as well as pre and post sun treatments to safeguard the skin. Its jet-lag treatment is particularly popular among guests arriving in Argentina from long-haul flights. A member of Leading Spas, Faena ensures that all treatments incorporate only the finest products by La Prarie and Biologique Recherche. The spa also offers specialized daily activities such as yoga, stretching and tango classes.

HOTEL HOME SPA FOUR SEASONS SPA Spa Director: Gabriela Kresta Spa director: Vanesa Rissel Phone: +54 11 4778 1008 Phone: +54 11 4321 1200 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Address: 5860 Address: Posadas 1086/88, C1011ABB Website: www.homebuenosaires.com/spa.php Website: www.fourseasons.com/buenosaires/spa Treatments and facilities: Located in one of Buenos Aires’ trendiest Treatments and facilities: That the spa at the world famous Four Seasons is one neighborhoods, Palermo Hollywood, the Hotel Home Spa belonging to the of the finest the Argentine capital has to showcase will come as a surprise to few; guesthouse of the same name is one of the city’s definitive places to visit to the hotel’s iconic name is synonymous the world over with high quality service and experience total relaxation and leave feeling re-energized. The spa offers a variety luxurious facilities. A range of invigorating treatments is on offer, with the spa’s of specific therapies, from deep-cleansing facials and exfoliating treatments to highly-trained wellness staff utilizing a full range of organic fruit and full-body rejuvenation and expert massages. oils along with herbs and aromatherapy treatments to provide a genuinely natural Signature treatment: Especially popular among visitors to the Hotel Home’s revitalization experience. spa are the legendary packages that seek to combine various treatments and Signature treatment: One of numerous signature treatments at the Four therapies into a single day session, leaving you feeling revitalized from head to toe. Seasons, we recommend the Pachamama. Named after the Incan goddess of We recommend the full day 10am – 6pm package, which combines an authentic Mother Earth who protected her people against illness and provided them with Indian massage employing techniques honed over centuries, with a thorough body nourishment, this procedure involves a natural salt and oil scrub followed by scrub and facial. with ample time to enjoy the delightful, organic served up natural oil deep massage, rounded off with the gentle application of perfumed from the HH kitchen. arrayán and green tea lotion elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 18 What to do ➤ during the day

eaturing some of Latin America’s for not making the most of the packed museums and galleries, F finest museums, galleries and daylight hours in Argentina’s capital. Buenos Aires has something for cultural centers, there is no excuse From historical sites to culture- everyone.

RECOLETA CEMETERY PALERMO’S JAPANESE GARDENS

CuLturaL CuLturaL RECOLETA CEMETERY JAPANESE GARDENS Phone: +54 11 4804 7040 Phone: +54 11 4804 4922 Address: Junin 1790, 1116 Email: [email protected] One of the most famous sites in Buenos Aires, Recoleta cemetery is home to the Address: y Avenida Casares remains of some of Argentina’s most famous sons and daughters. Situated in One of the largest and most impressive gardens of its kind outside the upscale Recoleta neighborhood, the cemetery is home to the tombs of Evita Japan, this tranquil site in Palermo offers a chance to relax and Perón, Napoleon’s granddaughter and, according to legend, Louis XVII of , contemplate away from the busy roads and bright lights of Latin as well as numerous where numerous former Argentine presidents America’s third largest . Featuring Japanese flora such were laid to rest. Although a burial site may be considered an unorthodox tourist as sakura, katsura and bonsai trees along with traditional sculptures attraction, Recoleta’s cemetery is certainly not to be missed, with the exquisite and bridges, it is easy for the visitor to forget they are still in masonry of the tombs a memorable sight to behold. South America.

CaFÉ CuLturaL CuLturaL LAS VIOLETAS LATIN AMERICAN MUSEUM OF ART NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE FINE ARTS Phone: +54 11 4958 7387 Phone: +54 11 4808 6511 Phone: +54 11 5288 9900 Address: 3899 Email: info@.org.ar Email: [email protected] (on the corner of Medrano) Address: MALBA, Avenida Figueroa Alcorta 3415 Address: Avenida Figueroa Alcorta y Avenida Casares Website: www.lasvioletas.com Website: www.malba.org.ar Website: www.mnba.org.ar First opened to the public in 1884, Las Violetas Art enthusiasts would be foolish to overlook Founded in 1896 and home to more than is steeped in history and stands out as one of the opportunity to browse one of the most 12,000 works of art, the National Museum of Buenos Aires’s premier cafés, combining the city’s comprehensive collections of 20th century Latin the Fine Arts (MNBA) is an essential point passion for delicious coffee with a healthy serving American works in the continent. Seeking to take on Buenos Aires’ cultural circuit. Housing of traditional coffee shop culture. The building was visitors beyond a mere visual appreciation of the Argentine and foreign works, the museum opened in the 1920s during an age of prosperity pieces on display, MALBA prides itself on providing features guided tours in English as well as for Argentinians, and its Italian marble floors comprehensive information on the cultural and Spanish, and is an absolute must for art and amazing French stained glass windows ooze historical significance of the artwork at its disposal, enthusiasts. As well as a comprehensive refinement as you enjoy coffee and cake in one of and, since its opening in 2001, has firmly established collection of works, the MNBA frequently plays the city’s top spots for a bite to eat and a refreshing itself as one of the premier points on Buenos Aires’s host to exhibitions showcasing masterpieces drink. Las Violetas was declared a city heritage site cultural circuit. Frequent exhibitions further maintain from different artists and periods. in 1998 and has since undergone refurbishment to MALBA’s status as one of the Argentine capital’s preserve this little corner of history. most intriguing spots. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 19 What to do ➤ during the day

CuLturaL PLAZA DE MAYO PLAZA DE MAYO One of the city’s quintessential landmarks and the site of Argentina’s 1810 revolution which brought about the end of Spanish dominion over the territory and the birth of the republic, Plaza de Mayo is nowadays a focal point in city life. Situated at the end of , with the Argentine Congress a few kilometers down the street, the square houses the Casa Rosada, the pink-tinged which over the years has been the location for many a demonstration and political rally. Put simply, it is unmissable, and is one of Buenos Aires’ defining places. In addition to the seat of the executive branch, the square is also home to the Cabildo, the exquisite colonial-epoch head of the city council, Buenos Aires’ Metropolitan Cathedral and the May Pyramid, the obeliscal structure in the center of the square which is the city’s oldest monument, having been originally ordered to celebrate the first anniversary of Argentina’s in 1811.

BUENOS AIRES BY HELICOPTER THE HISTORIC TOwN OF COLONIA

SoMething diFFerent SoMething diFFerent HELICOPTER TOUR OF BUENOS AIRES DAY TRIP TO COLONIA, Phone: +54 11 3080 7775 Take a day trip to one of Uruguay’s oldest towns and a place widely Email: [email protected] regarded as one of the best-preserved colonial centers in the whole of Website: www.buenosaireshelicopter.com South America. Situated just over the River Plate from the Argentine Observe Latin America’s second-largest metropolis from the air and take in the capital, UNESCO World Heritage site was sheer scope of the city known as the Paris of the South. Helicópteros Buenos founded in 1680 by Portuguese explorers and the Old City boasts some Aires offers 60-minute tours of the city aboard its Robinson 22 and Robinson magnificently well preserved structures to marvel at. The hydrofoil 44 craft, enabling you to gaze from the River Plate to the ocean and everywhere across the river takes just 45 minutes, meaning you are just a short in between. The only way to appreciate the size of the Argentine capital and its boat ride from taking a trip back in time to the region’s colonial past. surrounding districts is from the air, and the trip is certain to live long in the memory. Your concierge will be only too happy to arrange a day trip for you. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 20 What to do ➤ during the night

enowned continent-wide for its after dawn has arrived, it would be a recommendations to point you in the R excellent nightlife, which starts sin not to explore what Buenos Aires right direction. long after sundown and ends well has to offer after dark. Observe our

TEATRO COLON ROJO TANGO, FAENA

CuLturaL CuLturaL TEATRO COLÓN ROJO TANGO Phone: +54 11 4378 7100 Phone: +54 11 5787 1536 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Address: Cerrito 628 Address: Faena Hotel + Universe, 445 Martha Salotti Website: www.teatrocolon.org.ar Website: www.rojotango.com Testament to Argentina’s position as one of the world’s wealthiest cities An intimate, traditional tango experience steeped in luxury, the Rojo at the turn of the 20th century, the Teatro Colón (Columbus Theater) Tango show at the Faena takes pride of place as the premier showcase is a magnificent structure widely regarded as one of South America’s of one of the cornerstones of Buenos Aires’ cultural heritage. Sit in most elegant edifices. Completed in 1908 and re-opened in early 2010 awe amid fine velvet upholstery and classy low lighting, as the Rojo’s following a lengthy period of refurbishment, the theater plays host to elegant dancers whisk you back to Argentina’s turn of the century all manner of concerts, plays and expositions. A must-see during your golden age. The option to indulge in gourmet cuisine as you enjoy the stay in Buenos Aires. spectacle is also highly recommended.

CaFÉ TORTONI Phone: +54 11 4342 4238 Email: [email protected] Address: Avenida de Mayo 825 Website: www.cafetortoni.com.ar The embodiment of Buenos Aires’ café culture, the iconic Café Tortoni was opened by a French immigrant in 1858. Since then, its reputation has grown as a place steeped in the essence of the city. Once a popular hangout for artists, writers and musicians, Tortoni is now one of the most famous evening spots in TORTONI the whole country. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 21 What to do ➤ during the night

BOCA RIVER PLATE AT ESTADIO MONUMENTAL

SPortS LIVESPort FOOTBALLS LIVE FOOTBALL BOCA JUNIORS RIVER PLATE Phone: +54 11 5777 1212 Phone: +54 11 4789 1200 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Address: Estadio Alberto J. Armando, 805 Address: Estadio Antonio Vespucio Liberti, Avenida Pte. Figueroa Alcorta 7597 Website: www.bocajuniors.com.ar Website: www.cariverplate.com.ar Arguably South America’s most iconic football club, Boca Juniors is One of Argentina’s ‘big two’ clubs, River Plate is recognised globally steeped in history. Deeply rooted in the working class of as one of the biggest names in world football. The imposing Estadio La Boca, the club’s rivalry with more affluent fellow porteño outfit River Monumental, capacity 66,000, was the site of the 1978 final, Plate makes for one of the most famous derbies in world football. an event etched in the memory of every Argentine football fan as it heralded the national side’s first triumph. Based at La Bombonera (the Chocolate Box), with its steep stands and electric atmosphere courtesy of legendary fan group La Doce (the Past Millonario greats have included Gabriel Batistuta, Hernán Crespo Twelfth Man), Boca is the club that gave Diego Maradona his first shot and Claudio Caniggia. Games are usually played on Saturdays and at the big time. A match day visit is unmissable for fans of the sport. Sundays, with kick-off times varying according to TV schedules.

CuLturaL MuSiC bar ESQUINA CARLOS GARDEL TANGO LA TRASTIENDA LA BIELA Phone: +54 11 4867 6363 Phone: +54 11 4342 7650 Phone: +54 11 4804 0449 Email: [email protected] Address: Balcarce 460 Address: Avenida Quintana 600 Address: Carlos Gardel 3200, C1215AAB Website: www.latrastienda.com Website: www.labiela.com Website: www.esquinacarlosgardel.com.ar This intimate live music venue situated in the Situated in up-market Recoleta, La Biela is a This is a traditional venue and one perfect for heart of the Bohemian district of San Telmo fashionable bar and café that originally achieved introducing outsiders to one of the quintessential draws the finest artists from all over the world, fame as a favored hangout for motorsport elements of Buenos Aires’ rich culture. Tango is attracted to its intimate ambiance and popularity enthusiasts. Nowadays, crowds are drawn to the now recognized globally as an integral aspect of among genuine music lovers. In addition to exquisite menu and delectable drinks and coffees the River Plate region’s development into one of showcasing international stars, La Trastienda on offer as much as the prestige of being seen in Latin America’s most culturally distinct areas, promotes local talent, with Argentine musicians one of Buenos Aires’ most exclusive venues. La and the dance has been practised in the Argentine featuring prominently on the schedule and drawing Biela’s location couldn’t be more ideal: situated capital since the late 19th century. Originally an enthusiastic crowds. The venue is a great place to opposite the renowned church of Nuestra Senora exclusively working class pursuit, tango has evolved get a feel for the famous Buenos Aires nightlife, and del Pilar and the adjoining Recoleta Cemetery, to the status of a refined pastime, and Esquina to broaden your musical horizons while you’re at it. the café is located right in the heart of one of Carlos Gardel is a great place for those seeking an Founded in 1993, La Trastienda has seating capacity Buenos Aires’ most desirable districts, meaning initiation into the discipline to get a first taste of this for 400 people and additional standing room for a you will not have to go out of your way to enjoy historically and socially significant movement. thousand more. one of the city’s finest lunch spots. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 22 What to do ➤ Featured events

s a cultural hotspot there is never number of illustrious events, attracting the color and zeal of Latin American A a shortage of things to do in this the top players on the glamorous tennis culture and a Tango salon is a must for cosmopolitan capital. Famed for its and polo scene. Although known for its any elite traveler. sporting prowess, Buenos Aires hosts a European vibe, the city also buzzes with

FERRER sport

COPA ARGENTINA 2013 FEBRUARY 16-24, 2013 Phone: +54 11 4105 5200 Address: Buenos Aires Lawn Tennis Club, Olleros 1510, 1426 Website: www.copaclaro.com Buenos Aires hosts another edition of this prestigious all-male tennis tournament, with the world’s best players returning once again to the clay courts at the somewhat misleadingly named Buenos Aires Lawn Tennis Club. The tournament is part of the ATP World Tour, and reigning champion David Ferrer will be looking to retain his title as he battles it out alongside some of the ATP tour’s biggest names at the famous Palermo club. Past championship winners have included Argentine sensation David Nalbandian and Brazilian star Gustavo Kuerten, and 2013 is set to be another memorable year for the ATP Buenos Aires. The tournament has run on and off since its inception in 1968, when Australian Roy Emerson triumphed over his compatriot Rod Laver in the final of the inaugural competition. Argentine crowd favorite ruled the roost during the seventies, winning the event a record eight times, including a memorable victory over Swede Bjorn Borg to earn him his first title in 1973.

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BUENOS AIRES TANGO FESTIvAL & WORLd CHAMPIONSHIP AUGUST 14-28, 2012 Phone: 0800 333 7848 Email: [email protected] Address: Various venues across the city Website: www.tangobuenosaires.gob.ar Romance and passion flood the streets of Buenos Aires during this annual festival which draws all the big names in the world of tango. Considered the birthplace of the dance, the city hosts concerts, exhibitions and shows in various venues during the two week extravaganza. For the elite traveler wishing to brush up on their feisty footwork, there are dance lessons held all over the city, or you could relax and enjoy the dance in its finest form at the World Dance Championship.

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ARGENTINE OPEN POLO TOURNAMENT NOvEMBER – dECEMBER, ANNUALLY Phone: +54 11 4777 6444 Email: [email protected] Address: en Palermo Website: www.aapolo.com Boasting the highest number of ten-goal players in the sport, Argentina has long been regarded as the mecca of polo. The fifth-oldest polo competition in the world, the Argentine Open is one of the most important international championships at club level. Glamorous crowds flock to the event to watch the world’s top polo players fight for victory before celebrating at glittering TANGO dIP parties in the capital’s most exclusive bars and clubs. elite destination guide | buenos aires www.elitetraveler.com 23 WHAT TO DO ➤ SHOPPING

uenos Aires is famous for shopping, keep tourists coming back year after something you like in Recoleta and Bwith outstanding leather products year. Arguably South America’s most Palermo’s boutique shops or one of the and jewelry among the items that fashionable city, you are sure to find capital’s stylish malls.

INTERIOR MARCELO

BeST SHOPPING DISTrIcTS restaurants and , making it a destination Calle Posadas, and slightly further afield in of choice among the well-to-do and the place to see fashionable Belgrano, there is no excuse for RECOLETA and be seen. Many of Buenos Aires’ most exclusive leaving a trip to Simonetta Orsini off your Renowned as one of Buenos Aires’ most shops are located in the Palermo Soho subdivision, Buenos Aires itinerary. sought-after neighborhoods, it’s no surprise a chic, bohemian enclave of cafés, restaurants and Recoleta features some of the city’s most boutiques where some of the finest shopping in BeST AreA fOr leATHer stylish shopping, in addition to notable the city is concentrated. For those wishing to take No trip to Buenos Aires would be complete landmarks such as the world-famous cemetery a break from shopping, Palermo is also home to without sampling some of Argentina’s and Fine Art Museum. Countless boutiques the Argentine Polo Grounds (Campo Argentino de famous leather products, held in high esteem housing the latest collections of European Polo), and the largest Japanese gardens to be found worldwide and generally considered to be designers adorn the district’s streets, with anywhere outside the Asian nation. among the best in the world. The export a particularly high concentration of upscale of leather was central to the growth of retail outlets to be found on the prestigious BeST AreA fOr jeWelry Argentina’s economy in the late 19th century, Avenida Alvear, the seven-block street which and today some of the most highly regarded SIMONETTA ORSINI for decades has been home to some of leather goods in the world can be found in the Phone: +54 11 4804 3222 Argentina’s most glamorous names. Recoleta nation’s capital. Shops selling such products Email: [email protected] is one of the must-visit areas in Buenos Aires, abound, however we feel the following are the Address: Ayacucho 1945, C1112AAI with its stunning French-inspired architecture best the city has to offer: Website: www.simonettaorsini.com one of the principal contributing factors to the Founded more than a decade ago and drawing Argentine capital’s reputation as the ‘Paris CASA LOPEZ on a history dating back to 1920, Simonetta of the South’. As well as fantastic shopping, Phone: +54 11 4814 7477 Orsini is the Argentine capital’s jewelry store Recoleta is home to some of the city’s finest Email: [email protected] par excellence, with an unbeatable selection hotels and restaurants. Address: Local 1019, , Avenida of wares from the world’s leading brands. Libertador 700 The Petit Palais boutique located in Recoleta PALERMO Website: www.casalopez.com.ar is renowned as one of the foremost places to Just up the road from Recoleta sits Palermo, one of purchase such finery in the whole of South Buenos Aires’ largest districts and another excellent SYLVIA Y MARIO – LEATHER FACTORY America, featuring jewelry and watches place to find some of the best retail offerings in the Phone: +54 11 4315 2062 from international heavyweights such as city. Palermo is acclaimed by locals and visitors Email: [email protected] Cartier and , as well as offerings alike as one of the capital’s trendiest districts, Address: M.T. de Alvear, 550, 1058 from local brands that may catch your eye. with boutique shops nestling alongside upscale Website: www.silviaymario.com/en With additional outlets located nearby on

DeSTINATION GuIDe SerIeS

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GALERIAS PACIFICO CEILING WALL

BeST SHOPPING MAllS

PATIO BULLRICH GALERÍAS PACÍFICO ALTO PALERMO Phone: +54 11 4814 7400 Phone: +54 11 5555 5110 Phone: +54 11 5777 8000 Address: Avenida Libertador 700 Email: [email protected] Address: Santa Fe 3253 Website: www.shoppingbullrich.com.ar Address: Florida y Avenida Córdoba Website: www.altopalermo.com.ar First open to the public in 1988 and Website: www.progaleriaspacifico.com.ar/eng/ Shopping in the fashionable district of Palermo subsequently expanded in 1995, the now locales.php moved into a different league when Alto Palermo legendary Patio Bullrich sits in a property Ideally situated in the centre of the city on the corner opened its doors for the first time in 1990, with formerly owned by the family of the same of two bustling streets, the narrow, pedestrianized this mall combining chic style and an impressive name, designed by English architect Juan Calle Florida and the enormous, Manhattan-esque number of shops, making it one of the best Waldorp and constructed in 1867. Situated Avenida Córdoba, Galerías Pacífico offers style places to buy in Buenos Aires. With in the upscale Retiro district, the magnificent and convenience to those searching for everything a focus on attracting female shoppers, the mall neoclassical building now plays host to under one roof. Housed in a magnificent building offers a pleasant alternative to browsing the Buenos Aires’s premier shopping mall, with that has been listed as a historic national monument boutiques in Recoleta or Palermo itself, shielding the Bullrich containing a wide variety of since 1989, the mall is perfectly in keeping with the those in search of that special something from outlets offering high quality goods from some reputation of the neighborhood of Recoleta as an the elements, while at the same time offering of the world’s most desirable brands, with upmarket destination replete with high class shopping variety and unquestionable quality. Alto Palermo the advantage of being located right in the and dining facilities. Pacífico first opened in 1992 celebrated its 20th birthday in 2010 and, featuring heart of the city. As well as offering quality and features stores from internationally recognized stores such as Christian Lacroix, and Calvin shopping opportunities, the mall has several brands, including Christian Lacroix and Polo Ralph Klein, has long established itself as a premier restaurants to help sustain those in pursuit Lauren. The mall stays open until 9pm every day retail destination within Argentina’s capital. An of rest and relaxation when hunger sets in of the week, even on Sundays, offering discerning array of cafés and restaurants provides a perfect following a hard day’s shopping. shoppers flexibility as well as style and choice. complement to the excellent shopping on offer.

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AUDEMARS PIGUET BAUME & MERCIER TESTORELLI JOYERO Phone: +54 11 4315 6616/6626 SIMONETTA ORSINI Phone: +54 11 5777 8244 Address: Petrona Eyle 421. (Esq. Juana Manso), Phone: +54 11 4775 0673 Address: Cnel Diaz 2098, L.244 C1107CJC Address: Jorge Newbery 1651, TESTORELLI JOYERO SIMONETTA ORSINI Shp La Cuadra, Loc 34 Phone: +54 11 4743 0753 Phone: +54 11 4804 3222 SIMONETTA ORSINI Address: 9 de Julio 466 Address: Ayacucho 1945, C1112AAI Phone: +54 11 4811 1409 TESTORELLI JOYERO SIMONETTA ORSINI Address: Posadas 1101 Phone: +54 11 4717 0071 Phone: +54 11 4800 1803 SIMONETTA ORSINI Address: Parana 3745, Martinez Unicenter Address: Posadas 1101 Phone: +54 11 4778 3669 Website: www.baume-et-mercier.com Website: www.audemarspiguet.com Address: Ayacucho 1945, C1112AAI elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 25 WHAT TO DO ➤ SHOPPING

BREGUET JOYERIA CHRONOS IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN BREGUET Phone: +54 11 4312 6073 IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN BOUTIQUE Phone: +54 11 4811 0069 Address: Calle Florida 1045 Phone: +54 11 4804 3222 Address: Patio Bullrich, C1014AAC SIMONETTA ORSINI Address: Buenos Aires Petit Palais, DANFER Phone: +54 11 4811 4209 Ayacucho, 1945 Phone: +54 11 4782 0430 Address: Posadas 1101 SIMONETTA ORSINI Address: O’Higgins 1917, C1428AGC Website: www.chopard.com Phone: +54 11 4811 1409 Website: www.breguet.com Address: Posadas, 1101 SIMONETTA ORSINI BULGARI Phone: +54 11 4775 0673 JOYERÍA EVE Address: Jorge Newbery, 1651, Loc. 34, Shopping Phone: +54 29 4444 5756 La Cuadra Address: Paseo Alcorta, Jeronimo Salguero 3172 VLG AMERICAS JOYERÍA TESTORELLI Phone: +54 11 4804 9937 Phone: +54 11 5777 8244 Address: Avenida Quintana 529 Address: Alto Palermo, Santa Fe 3253, Website: www.iwc.ch Local 244 JOYERÍA TESTORELLI JAEGER-LECOULTRE Phone: +54 11 5555 5232 Phone: +54 11 4804 3222 Address: Galerias Pacifico, Florida y Cordoba, Address: Ayacucho 1945 Local 2-32 SIMONETTA ORSINI Website: www.bulgari.com Phone: +54 11 4811 1409 Address: Posadas, 1101 CARTIER CHRONOS BA BOUTIQUE CARTIER Phone: +54 11 4312 6073 Phone: +54 11 4804 2422 Address: Florida 1045 Address: Avenida Alvear 1898, 1129AAN Website: www.jaegerlecoultre.com JOYERÍA EVE Phone: +54 11 4382 3809 MONTBLANC Address: Petrona Eyle 421 Phone: +54 11 4804 7924 SIMONETTA ORSINI Address: Ayacuchu 1906, C1129 ABB Phone: +54 11 4811 1409 Website: www.montblanc.com Address: Posadas 1101 TESTORELLI OFFICINE PANERAI FACHADA RETOCADA Phone: +54 11 5777 8244 Phone: +54 11 4802 0170 Address: Alto Palermo, Coronel Díaz 2098, L. 244 Address: Avenida Alvear 1814, C1129AAN Website: www.cartier.com HUBLOT SIMONETTA ORSINI HUBLOT Phone: +54 11 4811 1409 CHANEL - WATCHES & FINE JEWELRY Phone: +54 11 4315 6616 Address: Posadas, 1101 SIMONETTA ORSINI Address: Puerto Masero Este, Petrona Website: www.panerai.com Phone: +54 11 4811 4209 Eyele 421, C1107CJC Address: Posadas 1101 SIMONETTA ORSINI OMEGA THE WATCH GALLERY Phone: +54 11 4800 11803 BLEU JOYAS & DISEÑOS Phone: +54 11 4805 4755 Address: Jorge Newbery Phone: +54 11 4788 5383 Address: Avenida Alvear 1910 THE WATCH GALLERY Address: Sucre 2163 Website: www.chanel.com Phone: +54 11 4805 4755 DANFER JOYEROS Address: Avenida Alvear 1910, 1651 Phone: +54 11 4371 0621 CHOPARD Local 34 1426 Address: Uruguay 564 SIMONETTA ORSINI JOYERIA TESTORELLI DANFER JOYEROS Phone: +54 11 4804 3222 Phone: +54 11 4743 8000 Phone: +54 11 4811 2229 Address: Ayacucho 1945 Address: 9 De Julio 466, Address: Callao 1094 SIMONETTA ORSINI San Isidro, B1642DLD DANFER JOYEROS Phone: +54 11 4778 3669 Website: www.hublot.com Phone: +54 11 4182 0430 Address: Jorge Newbery 1651 Address: O Higgins 1917 Website: www.omegawatches.com elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 26 WHAT TO DO ➤ SHOPPING

PATEK PHILIPPE AVENIDA ALVEAR SIMONETTA ORSINI THE WATCH GALLERY Phone: +54 11 4804 8968 Phone: +54 11 4811 1409 Phone: +54 11 4804 8968 Address: Avenida Alvear 1910, C 1129 AAO Address: Posadas 1101 Address: Avenida Alvear 1910, 1129 SIMONETTA Website: www.zenith-watches.com Website: www.patek.com Phone: +54 11 4804 3222 Address: Ayacucho 1945 TIFFANY Website: www.vacheron-constantin.com UNICENTER Phone: +54 11 4836 2565 ZENITH Address: Parana 3745, Martinez (1640), Local 1113 Phone: +54 11 4312 6073 GALERIAS PACIFICO Address: Florida 1045, C1005AAU Phone: +54 11 5555 5259 JOYERIA EVE Address: Florida 735 Phone: +54 11 4315 6616 Website: www.tiffany.com Address: Petrona Eyle 421, C1107CJC SIMONETTA ORSINI VACHERON CONSTANTIN Phone: +54 11 4775 0673 SIMONETTA ORSINI Address: Jorge Newbery 1651 Phone: +54 11 4811 1409 Address: Posadas 1101

fASHION AND AcceSSOrIeS CALVIN KLEIN KENZO SALVATORE FERRAGAMO CALVIN KLEIN Phone: +54 11 4814 7487 PALACIO DUHAU-PARK HYATT Phone: +54 11 4814 7557 Address: Patio Bullrich, Avenida Libertador 700, Phone: +54 11 5171 1237 Address: Patio Bullrich, Avenida Nível Posadas, 1029 Address: Avenida Alvear, 1661, C1014AAD Libertador 700, Nível Libertador, L0033 Website: www.kenzo.com AEROPUERTO INTERNACIONAL DE EZEIZA CALVIN KLEIN JEANS STORES 21 & 22 Phone: +54 11 4814 0696 LOUIS VUITTON Phone: +54 11 4378 4100 Address: Florida 787 Phone: +54 11 4802 0809 Address: Autopista Richieri, Espigón CALVIN KLEIN UNDERWEAR Address: Avenida Alvear 1901 Internacional B, 1802 Phone: +54 11 5777 8003 Website: www.louisvuitton.com Website: www.ferragamo.com Address: Alto Palermo, Santa Fe 3253, NPB LO003, Planta Baja MAX MARA VALENTINO Website: www.calvinklein.com Phone: +54 11 4815 3281 Phone: +54 11 4802 8807 Address: Patio Bullrich, Avenida Libertador 700, Address: Avenida Alvear 1923 CHRISTIAN DIOR Nível Posadas, 1035 Website: www.valentino.com Phone: +54 11 4804 9244 Website: www.maxmara.com Address: Lafinur, 3057 ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA Website: www.dior.com NINA RICCI Phone: +54 11 4893 4433 Address: Avenida Alvear 1539 Address: Avenida Alvear, 1628 CHRISTIAN LACROIX Website: www.ninaricci.com Website: www.zegna.com Phone: +54 11 5777 6604 Address: Shopping Paseo Alcorta, Salguero 3172 POLO RALPH LAUREN CALVIN KLEIN Website: www.christian-lacroix.fr POLO RALPH LAUREN Phone: +54 11 4819 1888 FENDI Address: Avenida Alvear 1780, C1014AAR Phone: +54 11 4812 0530 POLO RALPH LAUREN Address: Posadas 1407 Phone: +54 11 5555 5210 Website: www.fendi.com Address: Galerías Pacífico, Florida & Cordoba POLO RALPH LAUREN HERMES Phone: +54 11 4717 5665 Phone: +54 11 4804 1209 Address: Unicenter Shopping, Paraná 3745 Address: Avenida Alvear 1981, 1129 Website: www.ralphlauren.com Website: www.hermes.com elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 27 Need to kNow MARINAS

ituated on the banks of the River - and what better way to arrive in the of Patagonia or north towards Uruguay S Plate, Buenos Aires’s history is city than by yacht? From here you can and Brazil. intrinsically linked with river transport head south to explore the vast expanse

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PUERTO MADERO YACHT CLUB PUERTO MADERO Phone: +54 11 4313 8008 Address: Olga Cossettini y , Dique IV Website: www.yachtcpm.com.ar Situated close to the center of Buenos Aires, in the fashionable, regenerated dock district of Puerto Madero, this yacht club matches an ideal location with a stylish place to leave your vessel having been designed by Camper & Nicholsons Marinas with the latest technology. In addition to more than 200 moorings and an average annual marina depth of seven meters (23 feet), the club has excellent facilities. A retractable bridge separating the marina from dry land contributes to the excellent security at the club for further peace of mind.

YACHT CLUB ARGENTINO SAN FERNANDO Phone: +54 11 4314 0505 Email: [email protected] Address: Viamonte y Rio de , Darsena Norte (1107), Ciudad Autonoma de Buenos Aires Website: www.yca.org.ar The San Fernando Yacht Club, located in Virreyes just 16 miles outside the city center, offers a wide range of services to boating enthusiasts. The YCA organizes 365 regattas for 6,500 boats of international and formula classes. Founded in 1860, this marina has space for more than 500 vessels, and can accommodate large yachts without problem. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 28 Need to kNow PRIVAte Jet teRMINALS

OxYGEN AvIATION Phone: +44 (0)1403 237 010 Email: [email protected] Website: www.oxygenaviation.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/oxygenaviation Services: Oxygen Aviation is synonymous with excellence in private jet travel. By consistently providing an unsurpassed level of service, Oxygen Aviation has become a major force in the private jet market that offers total worldwide coverage. It provides a full aviation solution; aircraft charter, sales, management, block-hours and consultancy. You have choices where to spend your time, money and energies and Oxygen Aviation will ensure you have more of these LEAR JET once you begin traveling with them.

JORGE NEWBERRY AIRPORT – MACAIR JET JORGE NEWBERRY AIRPORT – ROYAL CLASS Phone: +54 11 3581 1451 Phone: +54 11 4776 0888 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Address: Hangar Macair Jet, Avenida Rafael Obligado S/N Address: s/n - Hangar 8 Website: www.macairjet.com.ar Website: www.royalclass.com.ar Services: Macair Jet offers a range of services catering for those who Services: Royal Class has an extremely modern fleet of top-of-the- wish to travel in luxury. All flights are taken aboard next generation range aircraft, with highly trained staff ensuring a smooth journey from aircraft, with fax and satellite telephone services available onboard. start to finish. Gourmet, homemade food is served on board, to ensure maximum culinary pleasure while traveling in the utmost comfort. Charter operations: Macair Jet provides a wide range of aeronautical services, arranging charter flights, executive air travel, emergency flights Charter operations: Royal Class boasts one of the most modern and helicopter flight services. Macair Jet’s fleet features Bombardier Learjet aeronautical fleets in South America, and its lineup contains the 25 & 35 craft, a Gulfstream G IV, Jetstream 32P and a larger McDonnell following Cessna craft: Citation X, Citation V Ultra, Citation V, Citation Douglas MD-87, which holds up to 109 passengers. Jet 1999 and Citation Jet 1994.

MUNSER FBO Contact: Marcelo Ribet, operations manager Phone: +549 11 5452 0594 / +54 11 4575 1070 Email: [email protected] Address: Corporate Building, 2nd floor, of.203, Ezeiza International Airport Website: www.munserfbo.com Services: Munser FBO operates throughout Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay, providing a wealth of aeronautical services, including private, corporate aircraft handling services along with catering, crew and pax transportation, fuel coordination, hotel reservations, pilot navigators onboard, flight plans and specific tour arrangements. Their experienced, professional team is permanently on hand to ensure that passengers receive the very highest levels of care and attention, and the company’s record in terms of providing necessary logistical support and aviation services to corporate clients sets the company apart in terms of offering consistently high levels of performance. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 29 Need to kNow USefUL INfoRMAtIoN

WHEN BEST TO GO DRESS AND CUSTOMS LOCAL TIME/BUSINESS HOURS The spring months September - November and Buenos Aires attire for tourists is western. Argentina is three hours behind GMT with no the fall from March - May are the best times to However, in sacred sites such as churches, it daylight saving hour. Shops and businesses visit Buenos Aires. is best to wear clean, long-sleeve shirts, pants tend to remain open until late in the evening, The summer months, while gloriously sunny, and closed-toed shoes. Evenings can be colder shutting their doors at around 9 -10pm in tend to be stiflingly hot, and many residents of than expected even if the day has been mild. many cases. the city flock to the beachside resorts of Mar del A smoking ban officially in place is not Argentinians eat their evening much Plata in or observed in many establishments. If you are later than is customary in Europe. It is in Uruguay to escape the hot weather. Freezing invited to any family home, it is considered common to see restaurants packed with cold winters mean that the spring and fall are the courtesy to bring a small gift for the hosts. diners well after midnight, and clubbing does optimum seasons to spend time in Buenos Aires. not get going until after 2am at the earliest.

LANGUAGE Minimum Maximum Number of rain Month Total rainfall (Castellano). English temperature (°c) temperature (°c) days sometimes spoken, but basic Spanish is useful. January 17 30 99 9 CURRENCY February 16 28 107 9 - ARS March 14 26 124 9 ExCHANGE RATE $1 = ARS 3.95, £1 = ARS 6.34, €1 = ARS 5.50 April 11 22 89 9

COUNTRY DIALLING CODE May 7 19 71 8 +54 5 15 56 6 24-HOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT 15 61 7 Ambulance: 107 Fire services: 100 August 5 17 66 8 Police: 101 September 7 19 78 7 October 10 22 112 10 GMT -3 November 12 25 104 10 POPULATION 3.1 million December 15 28 97 9

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SILvERSTAR TRANSPORT MACAIR JET – HELICOPTER SERvICE Phone: +549 11 6826 8876 / +54 15 6826 8876 Phone: +54 11 3581 1451 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.silverstarcar.com Address: Hangar Macair Jet, Avenida Rafael Obligado S/N SilverStar boasts an impressive lineup of cars and bilingual drivers Website: www.macairjet.com.ar to facilitate a pleasant stay in the Argentine capital. All requests are Macair Jet provides a helicopter service for those wishing to travel in catered for, and the company emphasizes the importance of punctuality unrivalled style. The company’s Bell 427 copter holds up to six passengers and professionalism, priding itself on delivering excellent service with a luggage capacity of 220 pounds and is fully equipped for the executive every time. traveler, with a bilingual crew and gourmet catering on board. elite destination guide | Buenos aiRes www.elitetraveler.com 30