Automobile rental is available throughout the country, although quite expensive. Travelers should be aware that Argentina has a high rate of auto accidents, and driving is not recommended for travelers in country for short visits. Lodging See Appendix E for a list of major business hotels in Buenos Aires. Communications Telephone service, both international and local are adequate. The new owners of the privatized telephone system have vastly improved operations.
Many business people use cellular telephones to make their work more efficient.
ATT, MCI and Sprint have local numbers which halve cost, but may be difficult to connect with during business hours. Call-back services are available for established businesses. Buenos Aires has numerous local television channels that broadcast Spanish language programing. There is also a wide range of cable television channels available, including CNN International, CNN espa ol, MTV, as well as channels from Brazil, Chile, Mexico, France, Germany, Italy and others. International papers and magazines, including a wide range from the U.S., are widely available at the numerous kiosks to be found around Buenos Aires.