Argentina
Introduction
Key Facts
Chapter 01 LAND & PEOPLE
Geographical Snapshot
The Regions and Climate
The Argentinians: A Very Mixed Bag
A Brief History
Government and Politics
The Economy
Major Cities
Chapter 02 VALUES & ATTITUDES
Family First
Women
Proud to Be Argentinian
Discipline and Honesty
Community and Individualism
The Church and Religion
Work Ethic
Chapter 03 FESTIVALS & CUSTOMS
Public Holidays
The Importance of Folklore
Mete: More Than an Infusion
National Celebrations
Chapter 04 MAKING FRIENDS
Friends and Acquaintances
Gestures and Physical Contact
Timekeeping
Social Drinking
Gift Giving
Clubs and Societies
Chapter 05 DAILY LIFE
Standards of Living
Schools and Educntion
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Housing
Town and Country
Dnily Routine
The Cost of Living
Family Occasions
Chapter 06 TIME OUT
Restaurants and Coffeehouses
Shopping
Theater and Cinema
Nightlife
Lottery and Gambling
Summer Places
High Culture
Popular Culture
Sports
Chapter 07 TRAVEL, HEALTH, & SECURITY
When to Go
Entering Argentina
Trains
Buses
Taxis
The Metro
Boats
Driving
Flying
Cycling
Health and Insurance
Where to Stay
Security
Chapter 08 BUSINESS BRIEFING
Business Culture
Meetings and Negotiations
Etiquette
Business and Social Meals
Gift Giving
Body Language
Women in Business
Chapter 09 COMMUNICATING
The Language
Face-to-Face Conversation
The Press
Television and Radio
Mail
Telephone
The Internet
Conclusion
Appendices
Places
People
Useful Web Sites
Exercises