On the whole, Argentina is a safe country. But some people will say it is safer than others, depending on who you ask. So what’s the score? Dehouche, Argentina honeymoon experts, give you the latest on staying safe in Argentina
It Depends on Who you Ask
Residents of Buenos Aires regularly complain about the rising crime rates in the city – and it’s easy to see why. Robberies and crimes are often reported in the local media which is always hungry for a good scare story.
Yes, crimes do happen here. But in a city of 13 million that’s not much of a surprise. What you have to consider is how dangerous Buenos Aires is in comparison to any other major city, and the answer is not very.
London, New York, Los Angeles – Buenos Aires is no worse than any of these in the scale of dangerous cities. A city will always bring dangers, but none that you should be overly concerned about on a honeymoon in Argentina.
The Bigger Problem: Petty Crime
Violent crime does happen in Buenos Aires, but it very rarely involves tourists. Car owners seem to be the most at risk, especially those who also own large houses in the quieter outskirts of the city.
Tourists visiting the main highlights, as you will be doing on your Argentina honeymoon, the biggest danger will come from pickpockets and petty thieves. And when it comes to staying safe in the city, a few simple rules are always worth following to minimise the risks:
Don’t Look Lost
If you can avoid looking lost during your Argentina honeymoon, you will have more chance off passing off as a local. Although it can be tempting to drag out the Lonely Planet in the middle of the street to find out where you went wrong, you’d do better to take it into a café where you can peruse the pages for as long as you want. Alternatively, buy yourself a cheap ‘Guia-T’, the same guide that all the locals use.
Never Leave Bags Alone
Wherever you are and whatever time of the day it is, your bags pose a tempting target for thieves. You’re bound to meet at least one person who has had their belongings stolen while they were drinking a coffee in a crowded café. Keep your bags close on your Argentina honeymoon, leaving them either on your lap or under the table next to your feet, and never leave them alone on your chair unattended.
Be Alert and Have Fun
Argentina really is a safe country to travel to and if you take a few precautions then you’re unlikely to have any problems on your Argentina honeymoon. Follow Dehouche’s advice to try not to look like a tourist too much, and keep your wits about you, and you’ll be fine wherever you go.
Let Dehouche arrange your luxury boutique hotel and transportation requirements, allowing you to enjoy a whole host of insider tips on where to truly escape from it all on your vacation.
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