Back in November of last year, there was an amazing deal to Buenos Aires, Argentina for $129.46 taxes included. The catch is that it originated from Mexico City, so I would have to position myself from Los Angeles. This was an amazing deal because all the segments were on LAN Airlines which is a oneworld partner and the miles could be credited to American Airlines.
Introduction to Mexico City, Lima, and Buenos Aires
LAX Airport Alaska Airlines Board Room
Alaska Airlines LAX-MEX 737-800 First Class
The Sights and Sounds of Basilica de Guadalupe in Mexico City
MEX Airport Aeromexico Salon Premier International T2 Lounge
LAN Airlines MEX-LIM 767-300 Economy Class
Ramada Costa del Sol Lima Airport Hotel Review Part 1
Ramada Costa del Sol Lima Airport Hotel Review Part 2
Lima International Airport SUMAQ VIP Lounge
Lima International Airport VIP Club Lounge
LAN Airlines LIM-EZE 767-300 Business Class
Sheraton Buenos Aires and Convention Center Hotel Review Part 1
Sheraton Buenos Aires and Convention Center Hotel Review Part 2
Sheraton Buenos Aires and Convention Center Hotel Review Part 3
Sheraton Libertador Buenos Aires Hotel Review Part 1
Sheraton Libertador Buenos Aires Hotel Review Part 2
The Sights and Sounds of Retiro in Buenos Aires
The Sights and Sounds of Microcentro in Buenos Aires
The Sights and Sounds of Recoleta in Buenos Aires
The Sights and Sounds of Palermo Norte in Buenos Aires
The Sights and Sounds of Palermo Soho in Buenos Aires
The Sights and Sounds of Belgrano in Buenos Aires
The Sights and Sounds of Monserrat in Buenos Aires
The Sights and Sounds of San Telmo in Buenos Aires
The Sights and Sounds of La Boca in Buenos Aires
The Sights and Sounds of Caminito La Boca in Buenos Aires
The Sights and Sounds of Balvanera in Buenos Aires
Is Buenos Aires Argentina Safe For Tourists?
Scam City: Buenos Aires Argentina Edition
The Various Eats in Buenos Aires Argentina
Buenos Aires EZE Airport LAN Oneworld Lounge
Buenos Aires EZE Airport Star Alliance Lounge
Buenos Aires EZE Airport American Express Centurion Lounge
JW Marriott Mexico City Hotel Review
The Sights and Sounds of Polanco in Mexico City
The Sights and Sounds of Arena Mexico in Mexico City
The Sights and Sounds of Tepito in Mexico City
The Sights and Sounds of La Merced in Mexico City
The Sights and Sounds of Coyoacan in Mexico City
The Various Eats in Mexico City Part 3
Is Mexico City Safe for Tourists? Part 2
MEX Airport American Express Platinum Centurion Club T1 Lounge
Alaska Airlines MEX-LAX 737-800 First Class
I booked two of these fares back in November 2013 for travel in January (this trip) and March of 2014. I used 20,000 Avios for a round-trip flight on Alaska Airlines from LAX-MEX. The routing was MEX-LIM-EZE-LIM-MEX.
I earned 100% EQM’s (elite qualifying miles) on MEX-LIM and LIM-MEX. The intra-South American flights only earned 25% EQM’s which were LIM-EZE and EZE-LIM. I earned a total of 6,258 EQM’s for $129.46 at a rate of 2cpm which was still unbelievable.
In the beginning, I had a 6 hour layover in Mexico and spend a night in Lima. Then I spent three nights and four days in Buenos Aires which was followed by another overnight in Lima. I continued my journey and spent two nights in Mexico City. I know I visit Mexico City a lot, but there is so much to explore and I’m constantly discovering new experiences to share. In addition, this was my first time in Buenos Aires and I hope you enjoy this multi-installment trip report.
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