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 Blogging Challenge - Day 11 - Asuncion, Paraguay to Buenos Aires, Argentina Aug 11th breakfast at the hotel .. We’re taking a mid-day flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g312741-d877688-Reviews-Urban_Suites_Re... Breakfast is included and I’m told the coffee is amazing but not today. Change into casual clothes because we’re going horse back riding https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductDetail-g312741-d11455406-Polo_Lesso... https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g312741-d4170372-Reviews-The_Burge... Very good price , good atmosphere , and most importantly flavorful burgers . We decided to get the combo which included a draft beer , burger and fries . Very fair price for a good meal in Palermo SOHO district . And we’re off to a bit of nightlife https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g312741-d1427242-Reviews-JA_Lo_de_... Journal: After yesterday's walking tours, I am only too happy to sleep in a little bit. {user: elusive4lyn} has everyone meeting up at the hotel's restaurant for breakfast. I was up early enough to check out the pool and get in a few lazy laps before getting my shower, then heading down for coffee and some breakfast. I am glad I did the swim because our next hotel is pool- less.  Buenos Aires is the capital and most populous city of Argentina. The city is located on the western shore of the estuary of the RÃo de la Plata, on the South American continent's southeastern coast. . It has a population of around 17 million. We fly into Buenos Aires during the mid-day and Lyn had us scheduled to learn to play polo. I am not a fan. I like horses just fine, but I am apparently allergic to them so I have decided to beg off. Since there was no pool around I decided to follow my nose. Since Buenos Aires is supposed to be the bookshop capital of the world I thought, why not. Apparently books are exempt from the 21% sales tax! Walrus Books would do just nicely.I found it tucked away among the old school cafes and cobblestone streets of San Telmo.An English language book store - owned by expatriate - Geoffrey and Josefina Hickman. . Although it was small, this tiny gem was full of new and used quality novels, non-fiction, and children’s books. The atmosphere was just what I was looking for - a neighborhood used bookstore with dim lighting, red accents, fresh plants and rich wood bookshelves full of new literary journeys to take. There were a few comfy chairs to take a seat while I read through my book choices. This shop also allows you to bring in a book you have just finished to receive a discount on your next purchase - too bad I didn't have one to give up. The shop also offers literature and writing courses. A little bit of heaven. http://www.argentinaindependent.com/the-arts/literature-culture/walrus-books-eng... Since the shop is among old school cafes, you know I had to partake... and get a little writing done. San Telmo remains a focal point of the city’s tango and art scenes. It is Buenos Aires’ most historic neighborhood has narrow cobblestone streets lined with resplendent, often crumbling buildings, family-owned bakeries, antiquated hardware stores, and an eclectic mix of bars, cafes and restaurants. Fearless kids play soccer on the streets between traffic, cumbia and tango music waft onto the sidewalks, young couples kiss in doorways and cats lounge in windowsills. If there’s a game on, the screams can be heard every time the neighborhood’s favorite soccer team, La Boca scores a goal. I just loved the atmosphere of the place. I made it back to the hotel with enough time to get ready to join the group for the burger joint. Very good price , good atmosphere , and most importantly flavorful burgers. We decided to get the combo which included a draft beer , burger and fries . Very fair price for a good meal in Palermo SOHO district. Then we take in the nightlife. Buenos Aires is a late night city. Even the shops are open until midnight and dinner is often not eaten until 11 pm. Lyn had us going to a wine tasting. It was nice to savour the various wines and hear about the antics of the polo playing. I got to share my own adventures. |
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