Argentina--Where Your Dollars Still Buy a Lot
Beef, the tango, the vineyards of Mendoza, Eva Peron…all these things are synonymous with Argentina.
Other aspects of life that this South American country should be known for are the low cost of living, excellent real estate opportunities and a standard of living that is so high you feel like you’ve joined the ranks of the world’s glitterati.
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Fast Facts
Population: 42,192,494
Capital City: Buenos Aires
Climate: Mostly temperate; arid in southeast, subantarctic in southwest
Time Zone: GMT-3
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Wine: Growing Money in ArgentinaPosted on May 20, 2013 by David English
You’ve probably heard the old joke that the best way to make $10 million in the wine industry is to start with $20 million. But these days in Argentina, nothing could be further from the truth. Unlike other winemaking nations, Argentina is now exporting almost all the wine it can produce. Brazil, the United States, Canada and England are favorite destinations…
News & Notes from Around the World…Ecuador’s MarketsPosted on April 22, 2013 by International Living
Ecuador is justly famous for its markets. In the country’s guild towns you can buy handmade leather goods, high-quality instruments and silver jewelry. Each town has its farmer’s market, too, where you’ll pick up enough fresh produce to last a week for around $10.
Shear Sheep, Hunt Eggs, and Buy ArtPosted on February 25, 2013 by International Living
March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day, and where better to celebrate it than Dublin, Ireland, where, from March 14 to 18, the city revels in traditional music, fireworks, and a huge parade on the day itself. Sotheby’s Paris auction house will see 300 works from Mexico, Central and South America—including a Chupicuaro ceramic statue (estimated to be from 500 to 100 B.C.)—go under the hammer as part of the eagerly-awaited Barbier-Mueller Collection on March 22 and 23.
Romantic HideawaysPosted on January 24, 2013 by International Living
At 129 square feet, this apartment is what real-estate agents call “cozy.” But it’s Paris, city of love and romance. From your fifth-floor balcony you have a view of Place de la République. The square gives its name to the historic neighborhood that surrounds it, where the 3rd, 10th and 11th arrondissements (districts) come together. Le Marais, where some of the oldest buildings in the city line winding, narrow streets, is just a five-minute walk away.
Voodoo, “The Great Clamor,” and VikingsPosted on December 20, 2012 by International Living
Take to the streets in Santiago, Chile, from January 3 to 20 for the Santiago a Mil international theater festival. You’ll find large-scale spectacles like “the noise of colors” extravaganza, a forest of paper giraffes, and outdoor performances of Romeo and Juliet.
Piñatas, the Sphinx and Waltzing in ViennaPosted on November 26, 2012 by John Joe Worrall
Begin your holiday season in earnest in Mexico City with a huge Christmas Market running throughout December. In amongst the stalls, piñatas and ice rinks you’ll find the world’s tallest Christmas tree. In Europe, Christmas markets large and small brim with handicrafts, mulled wine and seasonal fare, but Germany is king of them all.
Where to Get the Best Shave in Buenos Aires, ArgentinaPosted on October 23, 2012 by Chris Hunter
During the four years I lived in Buenos Aires, Argentina, I enjoyed the bloody steaks, strong drinks, and old-fashioned sports that the locals thrive on. Buenos Aires is a place where men can still be men. It’s the capital of a country that does macho well. These days, I’m based in Berlin. But I travel back to BA regularly, and here’s my guide to how a fellow can make the most of the city.
Manly Pursuits in Buenos Aires, ArgentinaPosted on September 27, 2012 by Chris Hunter
Buenos Aires is a place where men can still be men. It’s the capital of a country that does macho well, as anyone who has ever had a run-in with a gaucho or a milonguero (the term for the rough-cut male dancers who populate the city tango halls) will tell you. And it still has plenty to offer the unreconstructed male.
Why Now is the Time to Buy Property in ArgentinaPosted on September 24, 2012 by Ronan McMahon
Today, Argentina is back in a bind. There is a strong possibility of another crack-up within the next year. And then we’ll have the same opportunity we had a decade ago. The signs are all there. The streets of Buenos Aires have recently seen the return of the backstreet currency exchange.
Crisis Replay… Soon Argentina Will Be on Sale AgainPosted on August 24, 2012 by Ronan McMahon
Just over a decade ago Argentina spectacularly unraveled with the biggest default in history—$100 billion. Dollar deposits were converted to pesos. Then, overnight, the peg of one-to-one with the dollar was broken. The unpegged currency immediately devalued. Savings were wiped out. Banks were set alight and locals took to the streets in protest.
Crisis in Argentina Could Mean Opportunity For YouPosted on August 7, 2012 by Ronan McMahon
When it comes to crisis investing, Argentina is the “gift that keeps giving.” With expropriations and capital controls, they are up to their old tricks again. I’m closely following the situation there on your behalf.
Baby Jumping, Mariachis and TennisPosted on May 28, 2012 by John Joe Worrall
Come June 1 expect fi reworks, parades, fishing tournaments, and sailing competitions in ports all over Mexico as the country celebrates Navy Day. You’ll find gastronomic fairs, photo exhibitions, and traditional and contemporary cultural offerings in the city of Chachapoyas, northern Peru for Semana Turística (tourist week) from June 1 to 7. The highlight is known as the “Raymillacta” procession, which sees groups sing and dance their way through the streets.
The World’s Most Scenic Border CrossingPosted on May 28, 2012 by Glynna Prentice
For a border crossing that you’ll remember forever, travel from Chile to Argentina (or vice-versa) via the Cruce Andino, a boat journey on freshwater lakes from one country to the other.
The lakes lie amid green hills and snow-capped volcanoes and mountains that stretch right across the South American cone about 600 miles south of Santiago, Chile. Running down the middle of this green swath is the rugged spine of the Andes.
The lakes lie amid green hills and snow-capped volcanoes and mountains that stretch right across the South American cone about 600 miles south of Santiago, Chile. Running down the middle of this green swath is the rugged spine of the Andes.
What a Money-Making Photo Looks LikePosted on May 15, 2012 by Efraín M. Padró
Straddling the border between Argentina and Brazil, the Iguazú Falls are one of the world’s most dramatic waterfalls. I got to see them up close recently—but I wasn’t there just to admire the sights. These massive waterfalls, combined with the lush subtropical vegetation and varied local fauna, makes this UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site a top-tier photo destination.
Why I Love To Write About Buenos Aires, ArgentinaPosted on May 9, 2012 by Jessica McGovern
Buenos Aires in Argentina gets under your skin…whether you like it or not. I had planned to stay for two weeks – I changed my plane ticket twice and finally left, reluctantly, a year-and-a-half later. It may have been the tango that hooked me; the dark underground dance floors with bodies deftly moving around each other.
Online Profits – Make Money from the eBay of Latin AmericaPosted on April 25, 2012 by Chris Hunter
Squashed into the back of a Buenos Aires taxi between the two women, I hadn’t been paying much attention. But once they mentioned MercadoLibre, it sounded like a conversation that I overheard several times during my three-week investment-scouting trip to Argentina and Uruguay.
L.A. Librarian Trades in Books for Tango ShoesPosted on April 25, 2012 by Cherie Magnus
I’ve always loved to dance. I studied ballet as a child. I’ve directed my own belly-dance troupe. In 1997, I finally discovered tango—and I was hooked. When I dance, I feel most like myself. And these days I get to do it all the time as a dance teacher in Buenos Aires, Argentina, passing on one of the most beautiful dances of all—the tango—in the place where it was born and is still at its best.
What Does Your Dream Retirement Look Like?Posted on April 25, 2012 by International Living
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Wine-Related Businesses: Six Great Opportunities in Mendoza, ArgentinaPosted on April 12, 2012 by International Living
The world is thirsty for Argentine wine. In places as far apart as the U.S., Europe and Brazil, people are seeking high-quality at affordable prices. No wonder then, that Argentina is now exporting almost all the wine it can produce… And in the latest edition of your Quarterly Wealth Advisory we reveal six of today’s best opportunities to cash in on this trend with a wine-related business in the most famous of Argentina’s wine regions, Mendoza. This Quarterly Wealth Advisory is exclusively for you…it’s a VIP-only publication.
Pickled Sharks, Asparagus, and Art as LifePosted on March 27, 2012 by Darius Fisher
Throughout this month, the Shanghai International Flower Festival puts exotic flowers and herbs on display. You can see a kaleidoscope of color—rare orchids, chrysanthemums, lotus flowers, plum blossoms—you name it, it’ll be there in full bloom.
Funding a New Life and Travels in ArgentinaPosted on February 17, 2012 by Maryann Ullman
I arrived on vacation to Buenos Aires, Argentina and was seduced into staying. You see, I figured out how to hemisphere-hop for free. This way I get two summers a year plus the snowy New England Christmas I couldn’t give up. I’m not a true expat. I’m a cheater. At first I lived off savings, and then pieced together an income from freelance writing and editing.
Good Fortune in Japan, Fishing in Africa…Posted on January 19, 2012 by anon
A round-up of the weird and wonderful events taking place around the world over the coming months.
Homes in Wine CountryPosted on January 19, 2012 by anon
If a small Italian farmhouse with a vineyard sounds sweet, then look to the Abruzzo (pictured), a region of southern central Italy bordering the Adriatic Sea.
IL Radio Episode 30: Tips on Starting a Business AbroadPosted on January 16, 2012 by Dan Prescher
Want to know what it takes to start a business abroad? David English wrote the book. David moved to Mendoza, Argentina, in 2003 with a love of the Argentine culture and some deep insights into what it takes for a foreign entrepreneur to make it overseas. His new book tells the stories of 10 successful entrepreneurs making their dreams come true in Mendoza’s beautiful wine country.
How I Fund My Life in ArgentinaPosted on November 22, 2011 by Greg Patrick
It was several hours into our 15-hour train ride on the “train of the clouds” when our fellow passengers started dropping like flies. First an elderly man…then a young woman…and then more. There was at least one medic per train car…but at the rate people were dropping, it didn’t look like they had enough oxygen masks to go around.
Escape to Wine CountryPosted on September 20, 2011 by Marc Rogers
Argentina’s real estate is pretty much immune to the American-style housing crisis.
Even with the challenges posed by a global economic downturn, vineyards hold their appeal…and value. And in fact, the country’s economy has grown 8.5% or more each year since, nearly as fast as China’s expansion rate. If you know where to look, you can get incredible deals for investment properties…second homes…retirement estates…or raw land.
Few places in the world are suitable for quality wine production. The climate and soil need to be right, and vine cultivation and wine production expertise need to be available locally. You also need production and marketing infrastructure.
What might surprise you is that owning your own vineyard is within your reach in Argentina…plus, it could earn you a healthy income.
The Truth About Living OverseasPosted on September 20, 2011 by Greg Patrick
I had always dreamed of moving overseas. About five years ago, while in my mid-20s, I got the guts and actually did. Now my little piece of “paradise” is smack-dab in the heart of the 17th largest city in the world: Buenos Aires, Argentina.
IL’s Best: 10 Cities Where You Can Eat WellPosted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
From steaks in Buenos Aires to tapas in Madrid, some cities are worth visiting for the food alone. Below, our writers give their tips and recommendations for eating well in 10 of the world’s culinary capitals. First up is Bangkok. Bangkok’s lower Sukhumvit Road area is an oft-missed foodie’s paradise.
From British Rocker to Argentine FarmerPosted on August 22, 2011 by David Cummings
It’s been seven years since I hung up my trusty Telecaster guitar and left my life in Europe for the blue skies of the Argentine Pampas.
Could You Start a Business Like This From Where You Live?Posted on June 23, 2011 by Maryann Ullman
I’m able to live in Buenos Aires, Argentina, thanks to my mini “import-export” enterprise. When I want a break from Buenos Aires, I hike to the villages in the north to negotiate delivery of llama wool hats, scarves and shawls—direct from the villagers who make them.
The Cheater’s Guide to Funding a Life Overseas…Posted on June 22, 2011 by Maryann Ullman
We’ve all gone on vacation and fallen in love with a place. You promise yourself you’ll visit again…but you really wish you never had to go home at all. Well you don’t, necessarily. You can figure out a way to stay. I did…
Northern Argentina’s Oasis: Vineyard-rich CafayatePosted on March 21, 2011 by Lee Harrison
I turned the air conditioner up a notch, and it responded by blasting an increased volume of 95-degree air through the vents. I’d driven the rental car only 50 miles, yet I wasn’t tempted to turn around and go back…I was already captivated by the striking landscape.
Salta, Argentina: Modern Conveniences and Apartments For $55,000Posted on March 17, 2011 by Lee Harrison
The day was crystal-clear as we entered Salta from the south on Route 68. Afternoon temperatures hovered in the low-80s, with practically no humidity and a gentle breeze. The rental car’s air conditioner had died three days ago, so Salta’s fine weather was a welcome change from the heat of the southern deserts.
Salta, Argentina: A Colonial City With Small Town AppealPosted on March 5, 2011 by Lee Harrison
As I crested the final hill on Argentina’s scenic Route Nine, the city of Salta appeared shimmering before me in the morning light. Unable to avoid the temptation to take a quick video of the valley spreading out for miles into the distance, I pulled my rental car into a no-parking zone.
Colonial Salta: Big City Comforts, Small Town AppealPosted on February 22, 2011 by Lee Harrison
As I crested the final hill on Argentina’s scenic Route Nine, the city of Salta appeared shimmering before me in the morning light.
Hidden Gems: Travel Like a Local to Inspire Your Inner PathfinderPosted on February 14, 2011 by International Living
The thrill of travel isn’t hitting every spot in your guidebook. It’s discovering the “hidden gems” off the tourist trail that have never been documented.
Here you’ll find some wonderful recommendations for places to eat…spots to visit…and ways to enjoy destinations all over the world. They’re all finds our writers have discovered on the ground. We share them with pleasure…from our insiders’ notebook to yours…
Cafayate, Argentina: Small-town Colonial Living at its BestPosted on February 12, 2011 by Lee Harrison
Any overseas getaway that enjoys 330 days of sunshine each year will automatically get my attention. But in the Argentine town of Cafayate, that’s just the beginning.
Video Postcard: Cafayate, Argentina: 330 Days of Sunshine a Year…and a Low Cost of LivingPosted on February 2, 2011 by International Living
See the video footage, where IL’s Latin America editor, takes a walk around the town plaza in central Cafayate, Argentina.
Video of Cafayate, Argentina: A Heaven For Wine LoversPosted on February 2, 2011 by International Living
See the video footage, where IL’s Latin America editor, takes a walk in a street of the town of Cafayate in Argentina.
Video Postcard of Salta: Argentina’s Best-Preserved Colonial CityPosted on February 2, 2011 by Lee Harrison
See the video of the colonial city of Salta as seen from the final hill on Argentina’s scenic Route Nine. The footage shows the valley spreading out for miles into the distance.
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