United fan heading to Argentina

[BillP]

Will be in Argentina for six weeks from the end of January to March...in BA for two weeks and then traveling around...any United fans in the area or going to be in Argentina during that time? Any tips from people who have traveled there?

Am in Peru right now and onto to Bolivia for 12 days after new year`s...SA rocks!

[BigKris]

BRING BACK TALENT!!!!! ANYONE WILL DO!!!!

Seriously, pm me a fax number and we'll have the DCU FO fax you some contract blanks - just fill in the player's name and a salary figure (don't worry too much about that, we've got loads of cap-room) and get them to sign it. Call ahead so we can have someone meet these guys at Dulles as they land. Rinse and Repeat.

[URwormfood]

BRING BACK TALENT!!!!! ANYONE WILL DO!!!!

Seriously, pm me a fax number and we'll have the DCU FO fax you some contract blanks - just fill in the player's name and a salary figure (don't worry too much about that, we've got loads of cap-room) and get them to sign it. Call ahead so we can have someone meet these guys at Dulles as they land. Rinse and Repeat.

No shit...I will toss in some cash for some players!!

I figure if we all put cash in someone will come!

~worm~

If not we will need the extra beer for the season!!!!

[Soccer von Fußball]

if you go to a soccer game, get the most expensive seats you can.

[DrunkCajun]

Will be in Argentina for six weeks from the end of January to March...in BA for two weeks and then traveling around...any United fans in the area or going to be in Argentina during that time? Any tips from people who have traveled there?

Am in Peru right now and onto to Bolivia for 12 days after new year`s...SA rocks!

Red wine. Chateau Montchenot is cheap, excellent, and available at nearly every parrilla in the country. Luigi Bosca (Malbec is the best) is slightly higher end and also generally available, quite good. Rincon Famoso is great as well. Pretty much anything is bound to be good though.

Steaks. Eat as many as you can. Jugoso=Medium Rare, A punto=Medium. Bife de lomo=filet mingon, bife de chorizo=sirloin steak. Provoleta is a sort of fried cheese that's absolutely outrageously good, great appetizer.

Unfortunately I won't still be here when you get here, I leave on the 1st of January, or I'd show you around. I've lived in Buenos Aires longer than I've lived anywhere, so it's my romping grounds. Check out San Telmo if you have a chance--it's a bit touristy, so watch your wallet and purses, and expect prices in general to be higher in the area (though they'll still be relatively cheap), but it's great if you get down there on a weekend to see the tango shows and such.

Also, if you can, avoid touristy restaurants. The food won't be any better, but it will be more expensive. If you have a chance, ask whoever you're staying with (or the hotel you're staying at) or one of the locals for a decent place to eat that's not a tourist trap.

Where will you be staying in BA? If you know the hotel I can give you more info based on your location. About to head out for the night here, but I can check in on this tomorrow and let you know.

[bennyf118]

Here's to United fans going to Argentina! I've been five or six times because my father's from Argentina, and we're going again in a couple of days. I'll be there until mid January.

I definitely second the motion on steaks...the more you eat, the better. The pasta is absolutely amazing as well, especially ravioli and gnocchi (ñoqui). If you have a chance to walk around the neighborhood, see if you can find a local panaderia (bakery). They make bread and facturas (breakfast pastries) fresh every day, so it's actually worth waking up for breakfast. If you like pizza, definitely try out Las Quartetas. I'm not sure exactly where it is, but any local should know. Also, I forget what exactly the name for this in Spanish, but you should try to get apple-filled crepes, topped with rum and sugar. They light the rum and it caramelizes the sugar, turns out scrumptious. Maybe panqueques (sp?) al rum or panqueques de manzana?

In terms of things to see in Buenos Aires, I don't really know what's attractive for visitors. Florida is the main street in the center of the city with tons of shops and things, but it's pretty touristy. La Boca is pretty (fishing village with colorful houses and such). Plus, you can't go to Argentina and not see La Bombonera (the Boca Juniors home stadium).

If you've got a chance to explore other parts of the country, I'd highly recommend Las Cataratas de Iguazu (Iguazu waterfalls). It's at the border between Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay, and the views are absolutely breathtaking. So if you like pretty nature and stuff, try that out for a few days (you'll need at least 2-3 to see everything). Might be kinda busy at this time of year though. And it'll probably also be really hot.

That's all I can think of at the moment, though I'm sure there's tons more. Hope your stay goes well!

[apqjr]

I was surprised by how delicious the pizzas were in Argentina (must be the large Italian population). I also have to agree with the previous poster regarding the facturas and fresh breads and rolls... to die for! Have a wonderful time...bring back help.:)

[BadLlama]

...bring back help.:)


And women :)

[G Enriquez]

Wear your D.C. United jersey and take lot's of
pictures to share here.

[DrunkCajun]

Here's to United fans going to Argentina! I've been five or six times because my father's from Argentina, and we're going again in a couple of days. I'll be there until mid January.

I definitely second the motion on steaks...the more you eat, the better. The pasta is absolutely amazing as well, especially ravioli and gnocchi (ñoqui). If you have a chance to walk around the neighborhood, see if you can find a local panaderia (bakery). They make bread and facturas (breakfast pastries) fresh every day, so it's actually worth waking up for breakfast. If you like pizza, definitely try out Las Quartetas. I'm not sure exactly where it is, but any local should know. Also, I forget what exactly the name for this in Spanish, but you should try to get apple-filled crepes, topped with rum and sugar. They light the rum and it caramelizes the sugar, turns out scrumptious. Maybe panqueques (sp?) al rum or panqueques de manzana?

Panqueues is correct. :)

But try a Don Pedro if you want dessert. Would be the Barra Brava dessert of choice.

In terms of things to see in Buenos Aires, I don't really know what's attractive for visitors. Florida is the main street in the center of the city with tons of shops and things, but it's pretty touristy. La Boca is pretty (fishing village with colorful houses and such). Plus, you can't go to Argentina and not see La Bombonera (the Boca Juniors home stadium).

Don't bother with Florida. It's absolutely packed with tourists, wall to wall. Might as well paint a bullseye on your wallet there. Better to spend your time walking the "gypsy" fair at Recoleta on the weekends.

Also, ******** La Bombonera. Manure-shoveling morons go there. You're looking for River's stadium in Belgrano/Nuñez. Hard to miss.

If you've got a chance to explore other parts of the country, I'd highly recommend Las Cataratas de Iguazu (Iguazu waterfalls). It's at the border between Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay, and the views are absolutely breathtaking. So if you like pretty nature and stuff, try that out for a few days (you'll need at least 2-3 to see everything). Might be kinda busy at this time of year though. And it'll probably also be really hot.

Seconded, thirded, and fourthed. Iguazu is one of the single most impressive natural wonders I've ever witnessed, and I've travelled extensively. See it, you'd be doing yourself a disservice not to. Three rivers meet at one point and combine to create a series of waterfalls that makes Niagra look like that mud dam you built in the backyard as a kid with the hose.

[balatonsurfer]

Will be in Argentina for six weeks from the end of January to March...in BA for two weeks and then traveling around...any United fans in the area or going to be in Argentina during that time? Any tips from people who have traveled there?

Am in Peru right now and onto to Bolivia for 12 days after new year`s...SA rocks!
Wow, will be there when you are...too bad I hate DC.:D