My biggest concern over the last few weeks has been actually being able to pass customs and get into the country (legally). Argentina is relatively liberal towards American tourists but there are still rules and regulations that I need to be aware of before the trip. Because I only purchased a one-way ticket into the country I'm afraid they won't let me in because I don't have "proof of departure" plans. After calling the Argentina Consulate the first time last week the nice lady (monica) made it very clear that "I need to show proof of coming in and out of the country within 90 days". (90 days is the allotted time for American Citizens to travel into Argentina without a proper visa). So instead of buying a second plane ticket back into the US, which would be very expensive I decided to book a ferry to Uruguay in mid-December. Which I am told by the Consulate and many other travelers that this would re-set my 90-day tourist visa. I booked it through Buquebus which is the primary company who runs these charters. It was not easy...

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