Argentina: 10 Shocks of Visiting Argentina

Buenos Aires, Bariloche, Patagonia, and just Argentina in general is famous for its beauty, its charm, and its meat! Here we go through culture shocks that tourists have when they visit Argentina. Whether they get a picture with a Messi statue, debate who is better Boca Jrs. or River Plate or try to eat as much meat as possible.
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[elninobritish]

I did an internship in Argentina a few years ago. REALLY WISH I WOULD HAVE HAD THIS RESOURCE. Short story: I was a very reserved suburban North American; typical dinner at 6, quiet, not a wine drinker…etc

I left a massive wine fan, learned a lot about myself, and now I plan on retiring in Mendoza.

A wise man there told me you learn a lot about yourself when you go into the learning zone, which is just past the comfort zone, so smile, drink some mate, and share a good Malbec with friends. Oh and “paciencia mañana”

[daschapawhitewalker]

As an argentinian I have to congratulate you for your pronunciation of "bife de chorizo". It was perfect

[drwilliamdavis]

I was a vegetarian when I lived in Argentina and found some of the best vegetarian restaurants in the world there in the meat capital of the world.

[dartagnanharris]

I’m vegan and spent about half a month in Buenos Aires and Mar del Plata. It was actually easy to find great tasting vegan food in those cities. Viva Argentina! Saludos de un yanqui 🇺🇸

[bennydelon]

Good tip about the weather, a lot of people think Latin America is always warm, but Argentina is the southermonst country in the world, together with Chile, so if you go in winter (June-August) it can get quite cold, especially in Patagonia.

[leo]

Haha as an Argentine living in the US, your 10 shocks are spot on. Loved the one about how hard it is to open the ketchup packets! It was a shock to me seeing how easy it is around here 😂

[OnusofStrife]

Honestly this country has gone up on my need to visit list. I worked with a client recently from Argentina, and they were amazing to work with. Very friendly, chill, and chatty. On top of that I likely have some very distant relatives in the country. My Italian GG Grandfather's brother went to Argentina while he went to the US.

[tgb-nmyd]

As a Dutchie I will feel right at home then. No wonder Queen Maxima connected so well with the Dutch people!

[surge]

Im from Argentina and one of the things that always makes me chuckle when I visit are the dogs, specially in Mendoza. They are not stray dogs, but they go out, make friends, play and then go back home. As a matter of fact throughout Walter’s video (while he’s talking) you could see 2 dogs in the background playing non stop. I love it! 🐶🇦🇷

[LivingInNashvilleTennessee]

I loved loved my trip with my daughter to Argentina! Riding horses at Estanzia’s in 2 different areas of the country was amazing!

The gardens, the architecture, the glaciers, incredible!

[haleyhall]

Argentina is definitely on my bucket list! Looks so beautiful

[Miminini]

I’m Brazilian, from the south of the country. Love Argentina!!! For southern Brazilians an amazing getaways is going to Buenos Aires ! Most of our culture in south Brazil is related to Argentina and Uruguay! My accented speaking Portuguese is more close to Argentina accents than anything else! And I’m very happy with that. I drink mate every day! Had a typical Argentinian barbecue just yesterday!😂😂😂
And the accents is quite different than other Spanish speaking countries in Latin America.
We call Argentinians and Uruguayans as “hermanos” it means brothers! The only time Brazilians and Argentinians don’t get along is when we’re playing soccer! Then we’re going to cheer Uruguay!😂😂😂🇧🇷 🇺🇾 🇦🇷

[jenniferluccion]

This video has made me so nostalgic for my beloved Argentina. I lived there for a little while and I’m married to an Entreriano! We’ve always dreamt of taking our whole family and just as we were planning to go, Covid hit 😩! We can’t wait until it opens up again because we are SO there. Also, I have to say how amazing Iguazú falls is….the most beautiful place I’ve ever been!

[geograph-ology]

We stopped in Buenos Aires in the Recoleta district overnight and then headed to Ushuaia for an Antarctic trip. BA was beautiful but the area outside of Ushuaia was breathtaking with its mountains, valleys, and forests. I would look forward to going again to see more of this beautiful country. AND...the baggage carts are free at their airports versus 8 dollars in Miami.

[demonothers]

I grew up in Argentina and I can tell you is one of the most beautiful countries I've been to, specially the people. I thank God for giving me this memorable experience in my life. Some day I will permanently move back there again.

[mr.meanstotravel]

Loved our time in Argentina! Need weeks or months to truly experience it and you’d never run out of new experiences!

[mariapaulas]

The nicknames haha I would like the foreigners who visit us to understand that it is something integrated in us to affectionately name others highlighting a characteristic. Even if one were not, let's say, really fat, we'll still call a loved one or partner or friend with the nickname 'Gordo/a or Gordito/a' (fat or chubby'), without the connotation of contempt one associates with the word. If you're short, they can call you 'La Pulga' (as we nickname Messi). If you are very tall, they can call you 'Fideo' (Noodle), as we call Angel Di Maria. If you have dark skin, probably 'Negro/ Negrito', which is not the same as the word Nigg*, 'Negro' is literally the word for the color black in Spanish. We associate characteristics with people and it is easier for us to recognize or remember someone, or give a nickname with which we affectionately recognize another. If you don't like the nickname, just say you don't like it or it makes you feel uncomfortable. Those who are not idiots or rude are going to stop without a problem.

[supermonky]

Argentina is a beautiful country. The argentineans do say vos and their accent is very Italian-like. Even their slang is taken from words from Italian like "laburo" which is labor or work/job. Also they eat a lot of pasta and whatnot. More Argentineans have more Italian ancestry than Spanish. The Argentinean accent is one of my favorite accents. I'm a Mexican guy btw.

[markrush]

Yes I lived in Buenos Aires Argentina 🇦🇷 ❤ for nearly 10 years. The last time I was there in March 2020. I own a home in Mar Del Plata Argentina 🇦🇷. I miss Argentina very much and hopefully I can get back this year 😢.

[martensjd]

My first shock was the bus ride from the airport into the city of Buenos Aires. The airport is west of the city, so we were supposed to be going east, but the sun was on the left side of the bus. I knew we were in the southern hemisphere, but didn't internalize the change in the sun's direction until I was there.