December 12, 2009
August 06, 2009
Fly Fishing Patagonia Argentina, Esquel Area
Experience the art of fly fishing for wild trout in Patagonia Argentina with young experienced local guides.
If you are tired of huge companys that organize fishing trips and vacations, finding unpassionate staff that work only for salaries, email me, straight and personally and I will show the beauty and the magic of fly fishing in Patagonia, the way only locals can.
I was born in 1979 & raised in Esquel Area: one of the last virgin high class fly fishing paradises left, I've been fly fishing all my life and started guiding at the age of 17... from serious, cientific anglers to laid back, relaxed vacation travellers.
Moderate costs to first class exeperiences, contact me and I willl give you the most personable, experienced local guiding service you'll ever find, making your trip a dream come true.
Note: You book with me, you fish with me.
Check my site: www.alunlloydflyfishing.com
CONTACT ME:
info@alunlloydflyfishing.com
alunlloyd@gmail.com
Tel.: 0054-02945-453015
Rivadavia 227 (9200)
ESQUEL-CHUBUT-PATAGONIA ARGENTINA
If you are tired of huge companys that organize fishing trips and vacations, finding unpassionate staff that work only for salaries, email me, straight and personally and I will show the beauty and the magic of fly fishing in Patagonia, the way only locals can.
I was born in 1979 & raised in Esquel Area: one of the last virgin high class fly fishing paradises left, I've been fly fishing all my life and started guiding at the age of 17... from serious, cientific anglers to laid back, relaxed vacation travellers.
Moderate costs to first class exeperiences, contact me and I willl give you the most personable, experienced local guiding service you'll ever find, making your trip a dream come true.
Note: You book with me, you fish with me.
Check my site: www.alunlloydflyfishing.com
CONTACT ME:
info@alunlloydflyfishing.com
alunlloyd@gmail.com
Tel.: 0054-02945-453015
Rivadavia 227 (9200)
ESQUEL-CHUBUT-PATAGONIA ARGENTINA
August 03, 2009
Trip planning...to Patagonia
When traveling abroad there are a few things you need to have in mind, these tips will help you understand the Argentine culture a little better and make a fine check list on the items you'll need to work thru to really enjoy your holliday all the way, good luck!
Recomended Argentine Music
(repesentative artists of Argentina)
Argentine Folk Music
- Atahualpa Yupanqui
- Chango Spasiuk
- Duo Orozco- Barrientos
- Los Hermanos Abalos
- Jorge Cafrune
- Luna Monti & Juan Quinteros
Tango
- Roberto Goyeneche
- Carlos Gardel
- Anibal Troilo & Roberto Grela
- Julio Sosa
- Maria Graña
- Adriana Varela
Recommended Reading
(Information on the language, history, geography, culture, and fishing. The can all be easily found online)
- Culture Shock Argentina (easy and enjoyable to read culture guide).
- Spanish for Gringos, William C. Harvy, M.S. (best book for beginner Spanish).
- Argentina Trout Fishing, William C. Leitch (dated but the only one).
- Insight Guides, Argentina (general Argentine travel book).
- Birds of South America or "Aves de la Patagonia" (birds of Patagonia), Tito Narosky Dario Yzurieta.
- In Patagonia, Bruce Chatwin (a great travel journal written by an English traveler).
Flights
United, American, Delta, Continental, Aerolineas Argentinas, and Lan Chile have non-stop service to Buenos Aires from Miami, New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth, Los Angeles and Washington D.C. Most international flights to Buenos Aires are nine to ten hours in duration and depart in the evening from the cities above. The evening flight allows passengers to sleep during normal hours or rest, and Argentina is only two hours ahead of east coast time so jet leg is normally not a factor. Your flights should be booked from your city of origin to Buenos Aires and then from Buenos Aires to Esquel (or Bariloche depending on the day and time of your arrival and departure).
Buenos Aires has two airports: an international and a domestic. You will arrive from your country of origin in Ezezia International Airport (EZE) and depart to Patagonia from the domestic airport, Jorge Newberry or also known as Aeroparque. It is necessary to transfer by ground from the international airport to the domestic airport for your flight to Patagonia.
Buenos Aires is an interesting city filled with culture, attractions, beauty, and many fun things to enjoy. It is recommended that you overnight either on the way to Patagonia or from Patagonia (or both) to enjoy a day or two in the city. Staying the night in Buenos Aires allows the best opportunity to rest and relax before your fly fishing adventure. City tours, tango show reservations, soccer game tickets, and dinner reservations can be easily made.
Travel Tips
- Travel with valid Passport and copies of first two pages in separate location in case lost of stolen. It is much easier to get a new passport with a copy of your original.
- Make a few copies of you itinerary for your family or office at home and a copy in each of your checked bags. It might help if your luggage was ever lost.
- Pack your carry on baggage carefully! Avoid sharp objects such as razors, nail clippers, multi tools, and knives with new security rules. Have an extra change of versatile clothes in case your checked bags were delayed or lost.
- Confirm your flights 24-48 hours prior to departure.
- Mark your luggage with some sort of colored ribbon or tape so you know which one is yours when it is on the carrousel. It also might help the baggage claim services find it faster if ever lost.
- Have your name on your luggage on a tag that is not easily torn off and don’t advertise to the world that you are from the USA (less chance of theft).
- Travel with some small bills to tip baggage handlers, taxi drivers, etc.
- Lock checked baggage after it clears security in US international airport if possible.
- Don’t travel with expensive jewelry or watches.
- Avoid taking a street taxi in Buenos Aires. Have someone call you a radio taxi or Remis. They are more secure.
- Avoid: walking alone, large gatherings of people, dark or isolated streets, and know where you are going before you leave hotel.
- Store your money, plane tickets, and other valuables in hotel safe.
- Don’t take large amounts of cash with you on the street in Buenos Aires. Almost all restaurants and stores take credit cards.
- Carry purses and valuables with straps across your chest not just on shoulder if possible.
- The only attempt at robbery or pick pocket we have heard of was a failed crack at the old “bird shit” trick. The person noticed that a substance that looked like bird shit suddenly landed on his shirt. At the same time, a nice person that was actually the crook offered to help clean off the bird shit looking substance. Here’s the trick, the helpful robbers pat you down and wipe off the substance while also wiping out your wallet and cash.
Note: Buenos Aires is no more dangerous than a city in the United States. Like all cities, there are good parts, which you will be visiting, and areas to avoid. I feel that these common sense tips will help you have a more enjoyable and safe time in Buenos Aires.
Allergies, Special Needs, Medical Conditions
There are no snakes or bears in Patagonia. There are very few biting insects including mosquitoes. At some times during the season, there are non-aggressive yellow jackets and horseflies present. If you are allergic to bees, bring your anti-reaction medication. You might find similar allergies to wild grasses, trees and flowers that you do at home during some seasons. Bring your normal allergy medicine if you have hay fever. The water is drinkable throughout Argentina and will not make you sick like you can expect in other Latin American countries. If you have any existing medical conditions, mobility issues or special needs that we should be aware of, please let us know in advance so any special arrangements can be made.
Travelers Checks, US Dollars, and Credit Cards
US Dollars are easily exchanged into Argentine Pesos in Buenos Aires and Patagonia. Credit cards are readily accepted at most locations throughout Argentina and ATM machines dispense Argentine Pesos from your credit or debit card for personal shopping (There are several ATM’s in Esquel). Travelers checks can be easily exchanged in Buenos Aires at your hotel or bank for Argentine Pesos. Travelers checks are impossible to exchange in Patagonia and cash or credit cards should be used.
Passport and Visa Information
You will need a current passport to travel to Argentina. It is advised that you make copies of your passport and carry in a separate location. Visas are not required prior to your trip to Argentina, and you will only need to fill a simple form on the airplane for customs and immigration.
Have Fun!
Recomended Argentine Music
(repesentative artists of Argentina)
Argentine Folk Music
- Atahualpa Yupanqui
- Chango Spasiuk
- Duo Orozco- Barrientos
- Los Hermanos Abalos
- Jorge Cafrune
- Luna Monti & Juan Quinteros
Tango
- Roberto Goyeneche
- Carlos Gardel
- Anibal Troilo & Roberto Grela
- Julio Sosa
- Maria Graña
- Adriana Varela
Recommended Reading
(Information on the language, history, geography, culture, and fishing. The can all be easily found online)
- Culture Shock Argentina (easy and enjoyable to read culture guide).
- Spanish for Gringos, William C. Harvy, M.S. (best book for beginner Spanish).
- Argentina Trout Fishing, William C. Leitch (dated but the only one).
- Insight Guides, Argentina (general Argentine travel book).
- Birds of South America or "Aves de la Patagonia" (birds of Patagonia), Tito Narosky Dario Yzurieta.
- In Patagonia, Bruce Chatwin (a great travel journal written by an English traveler).
Flights
United, American, Delta, Continental, Aerolineas Argentinas, and Lan Chile have non-stop service to Buenos Aires from Miami, New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth, Los Angeles and Washington D.C. Most international flights to Buenos Aires are nine to ten hours in duration and depart in the evening from the cities above. The evening flight allows passengers to sleep during normal hours or rest, and Argentina is only two hours ahead of east coast time so jet leg is normally not a factor. Your flights should be booked from your city of origin to Buenos Aires and then from Buenos Aires to Esquel (or Bariloche depending on the day and time of your arrival and departure).
Buenos Aires has two airports: an international and a domestic. You will arrive from your country of origin in Ezezia International Airport (EZE) and depart to Patagonia from the domestic airport, Jorge Newberry or also known as Aeroparque. It is necessary to transfer by ground from the international airport to the domestic airport for your flight to Patagonia.
Buenos Aires is an interesting city filled with culture, attractions, beauty, and many fun things to enjoy. It is recommended that you overnight either on the way to Patagonia or from Patagonia (or both) to enjoy a day or two in the city. Staying the night in Buenos Aires allows the best opportunity to rest and relax before your fly fishing adventure. City tours, tango show reservations, soccer game tickets, and dinner reservations can be easily made.
Travel Tips
- Travel with valid Passport and copies of first two pages in separate location in case lost of stolen. It is much easier to get a new passport with a copy of your original.
- Make a few copies of you itinerary for your family or office at home and a copy in each of your checked bags. It might help if your luggage was ever lost.
- Pack your carry on baggage carefully! Avoid sharp objects such as razors, nail clippers, multi tools, and knives with new security rules. Have an extra change of versatile clothes in case your checked bags were delayed or lost.
- Confirm your flights 24-48 hours prior to departure.
- Mark your luggage with some sort of colored ribbon or tape so you know which one is yours when it is on the carrousel. It also might help the baggage claim services find it faster if ever lost.
- Have your name on your luggage on a tag that is not easily torn off and don’t advertise to the world that you are from the USA (less chance of theft).
- Travel with some small bills to tip baggage handlers, taxi drivers, etc.
- Lock checked baggage after it clears security in US international airport if possible.
- Don’t travel with expensive jewelry or watches.
- Avoid taking a street taxi in Buenos Aires. Have someone call you a radio taxi or Remis. They are more secure.
- Avoid: walking alone, large gatherings of people, dark or isolated streets, and know where you are going before you leave hotel.
- Store your money, plane tickets, and other valuables in hotel safe.
- Don’t take large amounts of cash with you on the street in Buenos Aires. Almost all restaurants and stores take credit cards.
- Carry purses and valuables with straps across your chest not just on shoulder if possible.
- The only attempt at robbery or pick pocket we have heard of was a failed crack at the old “bird shit” trick. The person noticed that a substance that looked like bird shit suddenly landed on his shirt. At the same time, a nice person that was actually the crook offered to help clean off the bird shit looking substance. Here’s the trick, the helpful robbers pat you down and wipe off the substance while also wiping out your wallet and cash.
Note: Buenos Aires is no more dangerous than a city in the United States. Like all cities, there are good parts, which you will be visiting, and areas to avoid. I feel that these common sense tips will help you have a more enjoyable and safe time in Buenos Aires.
Allergies, Special Needs, Medical Conditions
There are no snakes or bears in Patagonia. There are very few biting insects including mosquitoes. At some times during the season, there are non-aggressive yellow jackets and horseflies present. If you are allergic to bees, bring your anti-reaction medication. You might find similar allergies to wild grasses, trees and flowers that you do at home during some seasons. Bring your normal allergy medicine if you have hay fever. The water is drinkable throughout Argentina and will not make you sick like you can expect in other Latin American countries. If you have any existing medical conditions, mobility issues or special needs that we should be aware of, please let us know in advance so any special arrangements can be made.
Travelers Checks, US Dollars, and Credit Cards
US Dollars are easily exchanged into Argentine Pesos in Buenos Aires and Patagonia. Credit cards are readily accepted at most locations throughout Argentina and ATM machines dispense Argentine Pesos from your credit or debit card for personal shopping (There are several ATM’s in Esquel). Travelers checks can be easily exchanged in Buenos Aires at your hotel or bank for Argentine Pesos. Travelers checks are impossible to exchange in Patagonia and cash or credit cards should be used.
Passport and Visa Information
You will need a current passport to travel to Argentina. It is advised that you make copies of your passport and carry in a separate location. Visas are not required prior to your trip to Argentina, and you will only need to fill a simple form on the airplane for customs and immigration.
Have Fun!
June 29, 2009
Know the place with the locals!
Nothing better that getting to know a place with %100 local people, that love the place, respect it, and know it better than anybody. As good as it gets!! I absolutely garantee you that your trip will be so much fun that you'll be booking back before you even leave. Hurry booking have already started!! and I not only offer the best local service but I also have the best price on the market...see you soon!
April 03, 2009
March 14, 2009
Fly Fishing Experience
Experience with me the uniqueness of fly fishing for wild trout on one of the best scenarios of world. You are not visiting a company, you are going to find the true esence of fly fishing with somebody that enjoys it as much as you,
contact
alunlloyd@gmail.com
contact
alunlloyd@gmail.com
March 09, 2009
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