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Any questions about the value in paying for premium economy are put to bed.

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Lake Nahuel Huapi is the centrepiece of Argentina's spectacular Patagonia region.

What's the best time to camp in Patagonia?

Camping is very popular among Chileans and Argentinians visiting Patagonia.

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La Recoleta Cemetery Buenos Aires, Argentina.

What should we see and do in Buenos Aires?

One of the city's standout attractions is Recoleta, a cemetery crammed with grandiose stone mausoleums.

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Puesto Viejo polo club. Lessons include a two-hour intermission for barbecued lunch and a snooze in the shade

Pandemonium at the playground of the portenos

I would never have picked polo as being a sport that is excellent fun for novices, but this attempt at a game is an hour or so of utter delight.

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Estancia La Bamba, Argentina.

Recharge at a real-life Rancho Relaxo

Like the property in the classic Simpsons episode, this is a real-life 'Rancho Relaxo' ideal for recharging the batteries.

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The Recoleta neighbourhood’s Feria de Artesanos in Plaza Francia.

Not the tango: Buenos Aires better-kept secret

Argentina’s capital has a well-kept secret, its strictly governed artisan markets.

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The Devil's Throat is the highest of the Iguazu Falls.

The six best ways to see Iguazu Falls

You can experience the mighty Iguazu Falls from viewing platforms, by speedboat and from above.

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Perito Moreno Glacier terminates in a magnificent wall of ice.

Photos are not enough: The spectacular ice wall you need to see for yourself

If ever there was a sight where the expression 'photos don't do it justice' applies, this is it.

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How many spectacular sights can one country have? A lot, if you're in Argentina. Blend Latino with Euro, and you get one heady mix, beginning with the capital's colourful architecture, its passionate tango, striking fashionistas and its penchant for steak. Outside cities, natural wonders await; the Iguazu Falls, the famed Panatal wetlands and Patagonia (home to the gauchos), and the Andean salt flats.

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How many spectacular sights can one country have? A lot, if you're in Argentina. Blend Latino with Euro, and you get one heady mix, beginning with the capital's colourful architecture, its passionate tango, striking fashionistas and its penchant for steak. Outside cities, natural wonders await; the Iguazu Falls, the famed Panatal wetlands and Patagonia (home to the gauchos), and the Andean salt flats.

Population: 41 million
Capital: Buenos Aires
Official Language: Spanish
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