National Petroleum Day

📣 Traveler notes

Argentina is a large country in southern South America, characterized by diverse climates and landscapes, ranging from jungles in the north to vast grass plains and frozen mountains in the south.

• January 1: New Year's Day
• March 24: Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice
• April 2: Malvinas Day
• May 25: Day of the First National Government
• June 17: Anniversary of the death of Martín Miguel de Güemes
• Greetings typically involve cheek kissing among women or between men/women in big cities. Other regions usually require handshakes. Argentines may be highly expressive, direct, and conversational, and are known for using profanity. Be prepared for inquisitive personal questions, which are considered a sign of interest, not an interrogation. Punctuality is flexible for social events, but expected for business meetings. Avoid discussing politics, the Falkland Islands (Malvinas), or comparing Argentina to other regional countries.