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Social Activities
Day 1: Monday, November 16th at 8:00 p.m.
Dinner show at Madero Tango (Alicia Moreau de Justo and Brasil, Dock 1, Puerto Madero).
Tango, recently declared Cultural Heritage, is much more than the memory of its golden decades. Tango is
alive and is the ongoing story of life itself. Madero Tango is the only place of its kind where the present and
the past are merged to create a bond between the audience and tango that will never be forgotten.
After a delicious signature meal, there will be an original show with a chronology of feelings turning it into a
theater play.
DINNER
 Three-course dinner
 Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
SHOW
 Live orchestra of 5 musicians
 5 dancing couples and 2 live singers
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTfLAb8O1Io#action=share
Day 2: Tuesday, November 17th at 8:00 p.m.
Cocktail and private race at Hipódromo de Palermo (Del Libertador Ave. 4101, CABA).
Its distinction, excellence and service are just some of the reasons that make Hipódromo Argentino de
Palermo a perfect place for pleasure and entertainment, amidst sophisticated and very stylish surroundings.
Right in the middle of Palermo, everything takes place within an architecture that elegantly combines the
refinement of the Age of Enlightenment and modern style.
COCKTAIL
 Cold and warm appetizers
 Food tables
 Trays of finger sweets
 Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages;
sparkling wine
Day 3: Wednesday, November 18th at 1:00 p.m.
RACE
 Visitors will enjoy an exclusive 1400-meter
race with six horses competing, following
the same practice as in an official
competition.
Lunch at Madero Walk Eventos (Pierina Dealessi 1855, Puerto Madero, C.A.B.A).
Madero Walk Eventos is the most stunning floating ballroom in Latin America.
Located on Dock 1 in Puerto Madero, it is a true architectural icon of Buenos Aires, combining a cutting-edge
style with the most luxurious materials. Its entirely glazed structure and prime location over a water surface of
90,000 m2 make Madero Walk Eventos a unique place.
LUNCH
 Reception on the outdoor terraces
 Three-course lunch
 Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; sparkling wine
Virtual tour of the ballroom: http://www.maderowalkeventos.com.ar/tour2/
Program for Companions
SCHEDULE FOR DAY I: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH
ACTIVITY
TIME
10:00 a.m.
Pick up from the Sheraton Retiro Hotel
10:15 a.m.
Tour around Palermo parks, embassy area, “Costanera” (boardwalk)
11:00 a.m.
Tour around Olivos, San Isidro and Delta
1:00 p.m.
Free lunch
2:30 p.m.
Afternoon shopping at Tortugas Open Mall
5:00 p.m.
Drop off at hotel
After a tour around emblematic places in the North Area of Greater Buenos Aires, free lunch
in a relaxed and quiet atmosphere, to get ready for a great afternoon shopping at Tortugas
Open Mall.
Every companion will be given a plan of the shopping mall including the location of
high-end fashion stores, in addition to multiple discounts specially designed for this
program, to be used at specific stores.
We recommend you to ask for a special invoice to be able to later recover the amount paid
in terms of VAT (at stores participating in the TAX FREE program). We also highly
recommend you to pay your purchases with credit or debit card, or with Argentine pesos.
Palermo Parks
Olivos Presidential Residence
Tortugas Open Mall
San Isidro Cathedral
TIME
9:30 a.m.
SCHEDULE FOR DAY II: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH
ACTIVITY
Pick up from the Sheraton Retiro Hotel
10:00 a.m.
City tour around the City of Buenos Aires, part 1
12:30 p.m.
Lunch at Café de los Angelitos Restaurant
2:45 p.m.
City tour around the City of Buenos Aires, part 2
3:45 p.m.
Visit to Colón Theater
5:15 p.m.
Drop off at Sheraton Retiro Hotel
During the second day of the program, we will tour around the City of Buenos Aires making
some stops at the most interesting places to visit, enjoy, take photographs and buy souvenirs.
Lunch will be held at Café de los Angelitos, a historic, traditional cafe, and probably a must
visit in Buenos Aires. This meeting spot for renowned national figures of culture, politics,
sports and art is proud to open its doors to receive new visitors.
With a series of 350 specially selected photographs on its walls, a box seat where, at some
times during the day, a live large accordion is played, and an elegant and sober decoration,
visitors will experience the 20th century charm and atmosphere. Menu to be determined.
And the best way to end the day is at the Colón Theater, considered to be amongst the five
best opera houses in the world due to its size, acoustics and performances. It is an
unequivocal indicator of real acclaim for those performing in it, and a spot not to be missed
by music lovers.
Visiting the Colón Theater and experiencing the mystical atmosphere and its magic in every
step is an extraordinary event that makes visitors feel privileged. The marvels, beauty and
charm of this tour will ensure an everlasting memory.
Puerto Madero
La Boca
San Telmo
Recoleta
Colón Theater
Plaza San Martín
 Short Description of Buenos Aires
 Selected in 2013 as the best tourist destination in Central and South America by
readers of the prestigious travel publication Conde Nast Travellier.
 Emblematic neighborhoods.
 Gastronomic diversity for every taste.
 It is the World Capital of Tango.
 Wide variety of shows, making Buenos Aires the major hub of theater activity in
Latin America.
 Wide variety of national and international art museums.
 First-class shopping malls, and art and design shopping circuits, such as the
Palermo Soho area or the traditional Florida Street.
 Climate
 The City of Buenos Aires has a mild climate throughout the year. With a
mean annual temperature of 18ºC (64°F), intense hot and cold days are not
common, allowing tourists to visit the city during any time of the year.
 At the time of ALIM 2015, it will be spring, when mornings are cold, the
temperature rises and is pleasant by noon, and then drops at night. Historic
average temperatures for November are 12ºC minimum and 24ºC
maximum.
 Link: http://www.weather.com/weather/5day/l/ARBA0009:1:AR
 Currency
 The official currency is the Argentine peso and is available in 2, 5, 10, 20, 50
and 100 peso bills, 25 and 50 cent coins, and 1 and 2 peso coins.
 Foreign currency can be exchanged at banks, exchange offices and hotels.
The foreign currency that can most easily be exchanged is the United States
Dollar (USD). Although payment with US dollars is generally accepted, we
recommend carrying Argentine pesos, which are necessary if you travel to
other provinces or more remote places.
 The exchange rate fluctuates daily depending on the market. To find out the
current exchange rate for your currency, you can use this online converter
(http://www.aduanaargentina.com/cm.php).
 International credit cards are accepted in Argentine stores and restaurants,
but may be subject to an extra charge. The most commonly accepted cards
are Visa, American Express and MasterCard.
 In the event of credit card loss or theft, call the following telephone numbers
to report the incident:
o American Express: 5411 4312 0900
o Visa: 5411 4379 3400
o MasterCard: 5411 4345 1322
 VAT Return: Before departing from Argentina, you will be able to recover the
amount paid in Value Added Tax (VAT) at the airport if you purchased more
than ARS 70 of national products per invoice in stores participating in the
“Global Refund” system. You are required to submit the relevant invoices.
 Travel Information (passports, fees, visas, etc.)
 To enter Argentina, you are required to provide a valid document.
 Holders of travel documents listed below can cross borders between the
MERCOSUR Member States or Associate States carrying any of such
documents, unless due to the traveler’s nationality, the visa would be a
necessary requirement to enter the country of destination.
 http://www.migraciones.gov.ar/accesible/indexN.php?doc_viaje
o Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and
Venezuela.
 Visas are not required for stays of less than 90 days by citizens of the
European Union, the United States of America and the following Latin
American countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay, Colombia,
Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua,
Panama, Peru and Venezuela.
 Boarding Fees: The fee is USD 29 for international flights, and USD 16 for air
shuttles, and may be paid either in US dollars or in Argentine pesos.
Domestic flights are not required to pay this fee.
 Upon arrival at Argentina, no vaccination certificates are required, except for
cholera and yellow fever vaccines only to passengers traveling from
countries where these diseases are endemic.
 Visitors from non-bordering countries are exempt from all taxes on souvenirs
and new items of a value no greater than USD 300 and an additional
USD 300 if these items were acquired in duty-free shops operating in
Argentina.
 Getting to and from Ezeiza and Aeroparque
 All airlines flying to Argentina arrive at Ministro Pistarini International
Airport (Ezeiza), located 35 km away from Downtown Buenos Aires.
 Some flights from bordering countries may arrive at the Aeroparque Jorge
Newbery Airport in the City of Buenos Aires; please check the details of
your destination airport on your plane ticket.
 After clearing Customs, there are remise services (car and driver) that
you can hire to be taken to your hotel. We recommend hiring these
services instead of those taxi rides being offered out loud at the airport
main hall.
 Both Manuel Tienda León and Transfer Express offer a bus service every
half an hour from 5:00 a.m. to 08:30 p.m.
 Telephones
 To call the City of Buenos Aires from abroad, dial the corresponding prefix
(+54 11) before the local number to call a landline phone, or (+54 9 11) to
call a mobile phone.
 Telephone numbers in the City of Buenos Aires contain eight digits. Local
calls do not require any prefix, unless you are calling a mobile phone (in
which case the prefix 15 is added to the 8-digit number).
 For national calls to other provinces, dial 0 followed by the area code and
local number.
 For international calls, dial 00 before the international telephone number.
 Prepaid telephone cards can be purchased from kiosks and call shops if you
decide to rent a mobile phone during your stay in the City.
 Electricity
 The voltage in Argentina is 220/240 V, twice as in Mexico, the United States
and most Latin American countries.
 Two types of electric plugs are used: type I or C.
USEFUL INFORMATION GUIDE
 Pharmacies
 Farmacity
Address: Alicia Moreau de Justo 390
Dock: Four
Telephone: 5411 4313 0991
Website: www.farmacity.com.ar
Farmacity, now also in Puerto Madero, is one of the largest mega-pharmacies in
the city. Here you will also find toiletries and assorted drugstore items.
 Farmacity Madero Este
Address: Juana Manso Ave. 1153
Dock: Three
Telephone: 5411 5775 0081
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.farmacity.com.ar
Farmacity, the largest chain of mega-pharmacies in our city, is now also in
Eastern Puerto Madero. Here you will also find toiletries and assorted drugstore
items, as well as other products.
 New Dock 1
Address: Juana Manso Ave. 1696
Dock: Two
Telephone: 5411 5787 9700 / 9777
E-mail: [email protected]
 New Dock 2
Address: Alicia Moreau de Justo 146
Dock: Four
Telephone: 5411 4311 3100 4313 4699
E-mail: [email protected]
 Puerto Madero
Address: Alicia Moreau de Justo 746
Dock: Three
Telephone: 5411 4345 0001/2
E-mail: [email protected]
 Hair Salons
 Beauty Port
Address: Petrona Eyle 495
Location: Dock 2
Telephone: 5411 4315 6032
 Jorge Sánchez
Address: Juana Manso 1175
Location: Dock 3
Telephone: 5411 4311 3157/6795
 Leo Paparella
Address: Juana Manso 525
Location: Dock 4
Telephone: 5411 4313 8485
 TOP 10 PLACES TO VISIT IN BUENOS AIRES
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PALERMO
PUERTO MADERO
LA BOCA
SAN TELMO
MICROCENTRO
PLAZA DE MAYO
RECOLETA
CONGRESO
BELGRANO
TIGRE
 Top 3 Street Markets in Buenos Aires
1. SAN TELMO STREET MARKET
The San Telmo Street Market is the largest and most popular artisan market in Buenos
Aires. Visiting this market on a Sunday should be in any list of things to do in Buenos
Aires. The San Telmo Street Market was first established in 1970 in Plaza Dorrego,
where nowadays more than 270 antique stalls offer crafts and unique items every
Sunday. With stalls that stretch for almost 2 km, from Plaza de Mayo up to Cochabamba
Street, the famous Defensa Street serves as the best display of Argentine art and
culture: Tango dancers, live music, leather goods, clothing, jewelry, toys, and many
more items designed and created by Argentine artisans. Towards the evening, once the
stalls have packed away, you can walk around the nearby streets and enjoy a beer in one
of the many bars, while watching a “milonga” outdoors. This way you will be definitely
soaked in the authentic atmosphere of the San Telmo neighborhood.
Days & Hours of the San Telmo Street Market: The Flea Market in Plaza Dorrego is
held every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Artisan Market ends around 7 p.m. in
winter and around 9 p.m. in summer.
Location: Defensa Street, from Plaza de Mayo up to Cochabamba Street. The Antiques
and Flea Market is located at Plaza Dorrego, between Defensa Street and Humberto
Primo Street.
2. PLAZA SERRANO STREET MARKET
Originally called “Feria Cortázar”, this small square in Palermo hosts a fancy market
during the weekends. Craft vendors have traditionally set up their stalls in the square
itself, but what makes this market unique is that bars and restaurants surrounding Plaza
Serrano provide a space for young Buenos Aires designers to display their hip
clothing and accessories, turning the Plaza Serrano Street Market into the best
exhibition of modern Argentine creations. This market is also a great place for anyone
who enjoys shopping in exclusive boutiques, while also appreciating the unique charm of
Palermo Soho.
Days & Hours of the Plaza Serrano Street Market: Saturdays and Sundays, from
12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Honduras Street, Serrano Street and Borges Street.
3. PLAZA FRANCIA ARTISAN MARKET
Every weekend on Saturday and Sunday, Plaza Francia is filled with musicians, street
artists and craftsmen who offer an array of items, including pottery, metal, wood and
leather goods. Visiting the Artisan Market in Plaza Francia is a great opportunity to get to
know some of the beautiful surrounding landmarks: Recoleta Cemetery, Recoleta
Cultural Center and Hard Rock Café. Due to its upscale location, prices in Recoleta tend to
be a bit higher compared to other street markets in the city.
Days & Hours of the Plaza Francia Artisan Market: Saturday and Sunday, from
11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Del Libertador Ave., Pueyrredón Ave., Ricardo Levene Street and Luis Agote
Street.
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 SHOPPING MALLS IN BUENOS AIRES
PASEO ALCORTA
Located in the sophisticated Palermo Chico neighborhood, just a few blocks
away from the Latin American Art Museum of Buenos Aires (MALBA), the Paseo
Alcorta shopping mall is a showcase of the latest Argentine fashion trends. Its
exclusive stores and modern design make it a must stop for fashion lovers.
It is located at Salguero Street and Figueroa Alcorta Ave.
BUENOS AIRES DESIGN
Right next to Plaza Francia, in Recoleta, Buenos Aires Design is a place
completely devoted to interior design, architecture, high-end household goods
and exclusive design stores where the most innovative and chic home-related
items can be found.
It is located at Pueyrredón Avenue and Libertador Avenue.
PATIO BULLRICH
Patio Bullrich is probably the most stylish and exclusive shopping mall in
Buenos Aires. This beautiful building, designed by the English architect Juan
Waldorp and built in 1867, was once used as an auction house for cattle,
thoroughbred horses and even fine art. The shopping mall is now owned by the
Bullrich family, and offers a complete and luxurious shopping experience in
Buenos Aires that is worth exploring. It is located in Recoleta, and has two
entrances: Juana Ave. 750 and Posadas Street 1245.
Brands: Awada, Akiabara, Breeder’s, Calandra, Cher, Chocolate, Etiqueta
Negra, Ginebra, Hugo Boss, Jazmin Chebar, La Martina, Lacoste, Liguria, Max
Mara, Naima, Paruolo, Pepe Jeans, Prune, Sarkany, among others.
GALERÍAS PACÍFICO
This popular shopping mall is located on the pedestrian Florida street and is
worth visiting for the building itself. It is a Historical National Monument with an
architecture, murals and a painted ceiling that make it particularly attractive.
It is located in Downtown Buenos Aires, on pedestrian Florida Street 737 (at the
corner with Córdoba Ave.).
Brands: Adidas, Akiabara, Ayres, Bowen, Cacharel, Chanel, Christian Lacroix,
Etiqueta Negra, Garcon Garcia, James Smart, La Dolphina, Las Oreiro, Nike,
Ona Saez, Prune, Rapsodia, Rochas, among others.
 RESTAURANTS
TOMO I (Carlos Pellegrini 521, Centro / T. 5411 4326 6695)
LA VINERIA DE GUALTERIO BOLIVAR (Bolívar 865, San Telmo / T. 5411 4361 4709)
LA CABRERA (Cabrera 5099, Palermo Soho / T. 5411 4831 7002)
LA BRIGADA (Estados Unidos 465, San Telmo / T. 5411 4361 5557)
EL POBRE LUIS (Arribeños 2393, Belgrano / T. 5411 4780 5847)
TEGUI (Costa Rica 5852, Palermo Hollywood / T. 5411 5291 3333)
GREEN BAMBOO (Costa Rica 5802, Palermo Hollywood / T. 5411 4775 7050)
ROSA NEGRA (Dardo Rocha 1918, San Isidro / T. 5411 4717 2685/2249)
EXPERIENCIA FIN DEL MUNDO (Honduras 5673, Palermo Hollywood / T. 5411 4852 6661)
SUCRE (Sucre 676, Palermo / T. 5411 4782 9082)
ELENA (Posadas 1086, Recoleta / 5411 4321 1728)
CASA CRUZ (Uriarte 1658, Palermo / 5411 4833 1112)
LA BOURGOGNE (Ayacucho 2027, Recoleta. Alvear Palace Hotel)
OSAKA (Soler 5608, Palermo / T. 5411 4775 6964)
OVIEDO (Antonio Beruti 2602, Capital Federal / T. +5411 4822 5415)
MÖOI (Costa Rica 5468, Palermo Soho / T. 4773-7246 or Cuba 1985, Belgrano / T. 47839000)
ALDO´S (Moreno 372 / T. 4334-2380)
 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Fire Department: 24-hour continuous operation. Emergency incidents,
accidents.
Police Department: 24-hour continuous operation. Hotline to the Radio
Squad of the Federal Police Department. *31416 (from mobiles) Subte Alerta Program: To report
subway-related offenses.
Civil Defense Emergency Department: 24-hour continuous
operation. Takes action in the event of floods, street accidents, toxic waste spills, etc.
SAME Emergency Medical Care: 24-hour continuous operation. Free
ambulance service and emergency medical care throughout the City.
 RADIO CABS IN BUENOS AIRES
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Blue: 5411 4777-8888
Buen Viaje: 5411 4862-4888
Caminito: 5411 4925-2626
Cibertaxi: 5411 4921-6006
Del Plata: 5411 4504-7776 and 5411 4505-1111
Libero: 5411 4773-7373
Okey: 5411 4922-4444
On Time: 5411 4954-0000
Puntual’s: 5411 4682-5999
Satelital: 5411 4931-1500
Siglo XXI: 5411 4633-4000
Tango: 5411 4862-2222
Taxibus: 5411 4521-2888
Tu Taxi: 5411 4858-0111
 DENTAL EMERGENCY CARE
Dental emergency services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Dental services are provided at the following locations:
 Hospital Dueñas
Address: Muñiz 15
On-Call Telephone Number: 5411 4958 5992, Switchboard: 5411 4983 0688
 Hospital Ramón Carrillo
Address: Sánchez de Bustamante 2529
On-Call Telephone Number: 5411 4805 6407, Switchboard: 5411 4805 7533
 Hospital Quinquela
Address: Pedro de Mendoza 1795
On-Call Telephone Number: 5411 4302 9192, Switchboard: 5411 4302 9510
 PUBLIC HOSPITALS AND PRIVATE CLINICS:
 CLINICA BAZTERRICA
Juncal 3002 - Capital Federal
5411 4825 4758 / 5411 4806 5911
 SANATORIO MATER-DEI
San Martín de Tours 2952
5411 4809 5555
 CEMIC
Las Heras Ave. 2900
5411 5299 0600
 HOSPITAL RIVADAVIA
Gral. Las Heras Ave. 2670
5411 4809 2000
 HOSPITAL FERNANDEZ
Cerviño 3356
5411 4808 2600
 SANATORIO AGOTE
Dr. Luis Agote 2477
5411 5239 6700
 HOSPITAL ALEMAN
Pueyrredón Ave. 1640
5411 4827 7000
 HOSPITAL BRITANICO
Perdriel 74
5411 4309 6400