ARGENTINA
Buenos Aries and Beyond
Playing golf in different continents is a goal of many. Argentina provides that opportunity with great golf courses, some of the world's finest wine and food to please any Gaucho. A truly memorable experience is to be had in the beautiful land of Argentina. The icing on the cake is you have one of the worlds great cities to explore as well. Great life experiences to be had.
Argentina Itineraries
Argentina Golf Courses
Olivos Golf Club
The locals call this a golfing paradise. It has certainly had high praise from some of the famous golfing sons of Argentina, namely Angel Cabrera and Eduardo Romero. It has been in the top 100 of the world list, so it is a big hitter.
Buenos Aires Golf Club
Highlighted as the best course in the country, a pretty big accolade. The course has staged many prestigious internal and world events. It has 3 loops of 9, bringing in lots of variety. Again over time this course has been in the world top 100. Another great addition.
Llao Llao Golf Club
You need your 'A' game here. Under 6000 yards but very tricky. If you don’t stick to the fairways you will be hindered all the way around by large Cypress trees, you have been warned. The course has an excellent layout with lots of variety. Again this course has been used for many internal prestigious golf tournaments.
Arelaquen GC
If you want a golf course with scenic views, lakes, mountains and pure fresh air then you will be at the right place. The golf course is set up for amazing enjoyment. This is a real feel of Argentina.
What golf tourists should expect when visiting Argentina
Well Maintained golf courses
The golf courses in Argentina are of a high quality. Not known for it's golf Argentina has over 300 golf courses. The views around the golf courses are often spectacular with the Andes mountains as a backdrop!
Dress code
There isn't a formal dress code in Argentina for going out, eating etc. Smart casual is the order of the day. Golf courses are the usual shorts and golf polo.
Extremeley friendly welcome
A greeting would probably take the form of a kiss on either cheek or indeed a handshake. Argentinians are very tactile and you may have something said to you ( if you are female) as you walk past an Argentinian male. It isn't to be seen as offensive, just cultural differences and a compliment.
Things to do
Exploring different parts of Argentina would be part of any great trip. Beunos Aries is full of life and city experiences, bars to dance in, superb restaurants and sightseeing. In the Mendosa area, we have the vineyards and excellent wine houses to go and taste the produce ( in moderation of course!). Then you have the Andes and Patagonia. So much to see and do.
The culture
There is a very big Mediterranean influence in Argentina, Spain and Italy are the two prominent influencers hence the Latin temperament.
Food & Drink
The staple of the country is meat, steaks are in abundance. You can find steak bars on nearly every street corner. BBQs are extremely popular. Argentinian steak, chimichurri sauce, and an excellent Malbec! Sounds good after a round of golf? Does to me!
Hotels in Argentina
Loi Suites Recoleta
The Hotel is situated in the heart of an excellent area called Recoleta. This is close to the Recoleta Cemetry (if that is of interest to you) which is where Evita, most of us know the musical, is buried. There is quite a lot to do in the area, art museums, parks, restaurants and bars. The hotel receives excellent reviews.
Cacique Inacayal Lake Hotel
The Cacique Inacaval Lake & Spa hotel is located on the coast of Lake Naheul Huapi. The views of the lake and mountains are spectacular. The rooms are modern, many with great views of the lake. This is a perfect base to soak up the feel of Argentina.
Hotel Emperador
The hotel is very close to Avenida 9 de Julio which is the main avenue through Buenos Aires. 7 lanes on either side of the road, a sight to see in itself. Located in the Recoleta area there are many top restaurants, shopping choices and lots of culture with many museums and galleries.
Park Hyatt Mendoza
The hotel building is spectacular, an old 19th century Spanish Colonial property which gives the elegance to this 5* accommodation. And to boot, it is situated in an area renowned for world-famous wines, perfect. It is only 90 minutes away from Ski resorts and from many of the rooms you can get views of the Andes.
FAQ’s about playing golf in Argentina
When is the best time of year to play golf in Argentina?
The best time to go is October to April. This is perfect to get away from the UK winter.
Do you need a Visa to enter Argentina?
No, there is no requirement for a UK passport holder to need a visa.
What is the temperature in Argentina?
The temperature varies between 26C - 30C (79-86 Fahrenheit) from October to April in Buenos Aires, though the temperature will vary across the country.
What is the time difference?
Buenos Aires is 4 hours behind GMT.
What is the flight time to Argentina?
If you could fly direct the time would be approximately 13/14 hours. There are some direct flights to Buenos Aries though you may have to have one stop.
Is there a language barrier in Argentina?
English isn't spoken a lot in normal day to day life, however in the tourist areas you would get people speaking in English. It's always good though to learn a few of the basic words of a country we visit though.
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“Argentina is a little golfing paradise on the South American continent with beautiful hotels, food and of course golf courses. With much more to offer away from the golf course, it is an adventure that needs to be on your bucket list!”