Argentina's summer (December through February) is mild and sunny.
LAN and Aerolineas Argentinas offer nonstop flights to Bariloche from Buenos Aires. Flying time is two hours and 20 minutes.
Correntoso Lake & River Hotel Great Value Doubles from $221, breakfast included.
El Casco Art Hotel Doubles from $350.
Las Balsas Gourmet Hotel & Spa A chic, rustic lodge on a secluded bay of Lake Nahuel Huapi. Doubles from $435, breakfast included.
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort Doubles from $350.
El Asador Dinner for two $83.
Correntoso Restaurant Dinner for two $50.
La Reserva Chef Alejandro Marchant offers a sophisticated take on regional cuisine: wild boar prosciutto with sauerkraut, venison robed in honey and balsamic vinegar. Dinner for two $45.
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