Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity

📣 Traveler notes

Argentina is a large South American country with diverse climates and landscapes, including northern jungles, central grasslands, and southern mountains.

• New Year's Day (January 1)
• Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice (March 24)
• Malvinas Day (April 2)
• Day of the First National Government (May 25)
• Anniversary of the death of Martín Miguel de Güemes (June 17)
• Greeting typically involves cheek kissing in large cities (especially between women), though men usually shake hands upon first meeting. Argentines are highly expressive and direct in conversation; this directness is normal. Public discussions can be loud and may include profanity. Discussions of sensitive topics—such as the Falkland Islands (refer to 'Malvinas') or domestic politics—require caution. When dining, adding ketchup or barbecue sauce to steak is generally considered disrespectful.