Global pandemic Chile closes borders for April as Covid cases rise 01-04-2021 15:11 With new virus variants, believed to be more contagious, spreading across the continent, cases have been soaring in Chile despite its vaccination drive.
Coronavirus vaccine Argentina welcomes another 500,000 doses of Sputnik V vaccine 23-03-2021 12:47 A new shipment of 500,000 doses of Russia's Sputnik V vaccine arrived in Buenos Aires from Moscow on Monday. Argentina has now taken delivery of more than 4.8 million doses of various jabs.
Global Pandemic EU to propose vaccine 'digital green pass' for safe movement 01-03-2021 12:37 This month, the European Commission will propose rules for an EU "Digital Green Pass" showing proof of Covid-19 vaccination and test results.
Coronavirus pandemic Government extends border closures until end of February 01-02-2021 23:04 Argentina’s government has extended the closure of its borders, extending a decree that prohibits non-resident foreigners from entering the country until the end of this month without special dispensation.
Coronavirus Pandemic Argentina to reduce flights to and from Brazil, Mexico, Europe, US 27-01-2021 14:57 National aviation officials instruct airlines to reduce number of flights to Brazil, Mexico, the US and a handful European countries by between 30% and 50%.
BUENOS AIRES The Gibraltar: The British-style boozer where everyone is welcome 19-12-2020 09:29 The Gibraltar, a British-style pub in the heart of San Telmo, has been a favourite of porteños, tourists and expats for two decades. The secret to its success? A warm, friendly atmosphere that ensures many first-time visitors instantly feel like – and become – regulars. by Reporting by Jonah Shrock. All photos by Pablo Cuarterolo for the Buenos Aires Times.
TRAVEL & TOURISM Verano Certificate: Travelers need certificate for summer holidays 03-12-2020 15:06 National Tourism Ministry launches an online registration system for tourists ahead of summer vacation season. Pre-booked details obligatory in several provinces. by Clara Fernández Escudero
Bloomberg AA2000 plans key investment as concession extended 10 years 01-12-2020 22:03 Aeropuertos Argentina 2000, the country's largest airport operator, has pledged to invest US$2.5 billion after receiving a 10-year extension for its local airport concession.
TRAVEL & TOURISM Buenos Aires to re-open for national and international tourism 24-11-2020 21:59 City Hall announces it will allow arrivals via airports, ports, bus, train and private vehicles, starting next month. Visitors will require a Covid-19 test and will only need to isolate if it comes back positive.
TRAVEL & TOURISM Aerolíneas Argentinas resumes regular international flights 16-11-2020 16:23 Argentina’s state airline announces return of several regular routes which had been suspended due to coronavirus pandemic. Price of ticket now includes medical insurance for positive Covid-19 diagnosis abroad, says flagship carrier.
TRAVEL & TOURISM South America’s posh summer spot to stay shut on Covid 25-10-2020 14:37 Uruguay, home to luxury beach resort Punta del Este, will keep its international borders closed this summer, President Luis Lacalle Pou confirmed last week.
Travel & Tourism Transport minister says 'return of regular flights' may begin on October 1 08-09-2020 14:46 Commercial flights may begin again on October 1, depending on the progression of the coronavirus pandemic, international border restrictions and provincial regulations on internal movement.
TRAVEL & TOURISM Pandemic deals brutal blow to Argentina’s tourism industry 25-07-2020 07:51 Tourism chambers and agencies call for emergency legislation to protect businesses, with slump in activity expected to shave between one and four percent off Argentina’s GDP this year. More than 80,000 job losses anticipated across sector. by Fermin Koop
BLOOMBERG Jobs are being wiped out at airlines – and there’s worse to come 24-07-2020 15:34 About 400,000 airline workers have been fired, furloughed or told they may lose their jobs due to the coronavirus.
Coronavirus pandemic Buquebus' floating lab tests passengers to protect both Uruguay and Argentina 15-07-2020 14:21 Buquebus has implemented a new testing scheme for every passenger seeking to board boats back and forth from Argentina to Uruguay.
AIRLINES & AVIATION LATAM secures new financing to help stave off bankruptcy 09-07-2020 17:47 Latin America's biggest airline says it has secured US$1.3 billion in financing from a US investment fund to help it survive the aviation industry crisis brought on by the coronavirus.
Post-Covid Flights Aerolíneas Argentinas outlines new potential post-lockdown protocols for flights 10-06-2020 23:14 State-run airline details likely health and hygiene measures that will be applied once carriers begin retaking to the skies.
Bloomberg Government to spend over US$880 million to prop up Aerolíneas Argentinas 01-06-2020 13:56 President of state airline, Pablo Ceriani, says budget shortfalls – which totalled US$680 million last year – will persist until demands rebounds in 2022, though no redundancies are on the cards.
TRAVEL & TOURISM Latin America's stricken airlines facing long haul to recovery 31-05-2020 08:11 IATA aviation body estimates it will take at least that time for the region's airlines to inch back to their pre-pandemic level for domestic and regional flights. Long-haul services to the United States and Europe will take until 2024 to come back, it predicts.
THE LAST SEVEN DAYS May 23 - May 30: What we learned this week 30-05-2020 09:54 Noticeable stories from the last seven days in Argentina.
Bloomberg Latam Air files Chapter 11 bankruptcy, stymied by lockdowns 26-05-2020 09:15 Latam has already eliminated more than 1,850 jobs in Chile, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru in recent weeks from its global workforce of about 40,000 people, after cutting 95% of its passenger operations.
Bloomberg Flybondi bets on flights in Argentina to survive virus crisis 18-05-2020 17:23 Low-cost carrier will focus on domestic flights as long as demand for international travel remains subdued due to the coronavirus pandemic, says executive.
British Embassy in Buenos Aires Note from the British Embassy to British nationals in Argentina 21-03-2020 10:01 On 19 March, Argentina introduced a nationwide quarantine that will last until midnight on Tuesday, March 31. Here's what British nationals in Argentina need to know.
Coronavirus pandemic Domestic flights, long-distance buses suspended for long weekend 17-03-2020 14:16 Transport Minister Mario Meoni says Argentina will suspend domestic flights and long-distance coach, bus and train services for five days over long weekend. Only seated passengers on public transport until March 31.
Sport The surprising rise of climbing in flat Uruguay 16-03-2020 08:00 Despite Uruguay's terrain lacking significant mountains, sport climbing is a growing activity in the country, and discovering it is a challenge even for the locals.
Coronavirus pandemic Latin America cuts Europe travel links over coronavirus fears 13-03-2020 09:33 Nations across the region declare health emergency and tighten restrictions on travel links to Europe, as Latin America its third death in the outbreak.
Coronavirus Outbreak Lollapalooza among shows postponed by officials due to coronavirus 12-03-2020 14:13 Football, concerts, and public demonstrations are being cancelled and suspended as public officials advise against gathering of large crowds.
Coronavirus Outbreak With first case, Latin America prepares for COVID-19 virus 27-02-2020 12:44 At airports in Argentina, which receives 10 flights from Italy per day, passengers from the country have their temperatures taken upon arrival.
FOOD & DRINK Doing things Properly 15-02-2020 09:54 They don’t have a sign outside their entrance and do not take reservations, but four years after opening, Proper is still shaking up Buenos Aires’ restaurant scene with their forward-thinking creations. by Bruna Fontevecchia
TRAVEL Uquía: Andean North’s secret paradise 23-11-2019 10:16 Argentina’s cultural north provides more than just new scenery and a little exploration goes a long way by Maria Gracia Santillana
Annual celebration True gaucho tradition celebrated in San Antonio de Areco 16-11-2019 10:36 Dia de la Tradición brings out the crowds as locals celebrate the country’s traditional economic and cultural bedrock. by Carly Graf
BLOOMBERG - OPINION Chris Bryant: Norwegian Air is flying again 24-10-2019 12:44 As with WeWork, Norwegian’s once giddy valuation imploded last year when investors started to doubt that the balance sheet was robust enough to support Kjos’s huge ambitions.
TRAVEL Road-tripping and ruins in Salta’s wine country 05-10-2019 10:10 A roughly 500-kilometre triangular road trip from the northwestern city of Salta and back again – taking in high desert wine country and sites such as Quebrada de Cafayate, Molinos and Cachi – is one of Argentina’s most engaging journeys. by Wayne Bernhardson
BLOOMBERG Delta expands in South America with US$2.25-billion Latam deal 27-09-2019 10:13 Deal, which will see firm take 20% stake in LatAm, will likely turn Delta into largest US airline in the region, says experts.
ECONOMIC INDICATORS INDEC data indicates tourism grew in June 23-08-2019 07:00 Overnight stays in hotels up 13.1% year-on-year, with most visiting Buenos Aires City, the Litoral and Patagonia.
Driver charged with manslaughter Tucumán bus crash leaves 15 pensioners dead 02-07-2019 15:38 Gruesome accident leaves 15 dead on fog-laden highway in Tucumán province.