Category: South America
Bourgeois-Bohemian digs in Buenos Aires.
Looking for a cool, affordable hotel in Buenos Aires? Bobo -- in stylish Palermo Soho -- fits the bill nicely. But with just seven rooms, you’ll have to book well in advance. The staff couldn’t be friendlier. The restaurant off the lobby is one of the best in town. And it’s just steps away from fabulous shopping, dining, and nightlife.
Each of the rooms makes its own design statement, and some, such as Argentinian, have features like a private courtyard and Jacuzzi. It's not the bargain it was when it first opened, but with doubles starting at $US135, it’s still an excellent value. A nice breakfast is included in the price.
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Dinner with Friends in Buenos Aires.
We think that private home dinners are a great way to live like a local, if only for a night. In Buenos Aires, Dan Perlman, an American expat, and his partner Henry Tapia will prepare a five-course tasting menu for you in their Recoleta apartment.
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Terpsichorean Buenos Aires and Barcelona.
A visit to Buenos Aires isn’t really complete without a tango lesson. Even those who specialize in the "White Man’s Overbite," will be surprised by the moves a skilled tutor can coax forward. Especially after a caipirinha or two.
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