Argentina is the land of the true and dedicated horseman. The passion for horses is steeped in its culture with gauchos taking extraordinary pride in their work with their horses. Owners equally dedicate time and money into their favoured equine pastime. The love of the horse is everywhere: in the cities you will find regular polo match fixtures and all over the country there are farms and estancias where horses are bred, trained and worked in the traditional way, because your status in your community is indicated by how well your horses look and perform. Well-known local breeds include the Criollo and there are now recognised lines of imported stock including Peruvian Paso, Thoroughbred and Arab.

In addition to stunning horses and countryside, Argentina is home to the Tango, wonderful beef and lamb (an “asado” barbeque is mouth-wateringly delicious) and, of course, a love of soccer! Even if soccer is not a favourite of yours, you cannot help but get caught up in the infectious enthusiasm of the locals.