Polo

Polo matches are generally played in the late afternoon at 4:30 pm so that it’s not too hot for the horses, players or spectators. It’s a fast, fun game to watch (remember that the higher the handicap, the better the player). There are only a handful of 10-goal players in the world. What makes the Argentine Polo Open, which is played in November, so special is that it’s a club-level tournament with professional-quality players; the total handicap of the team’s four players must be between 28 and 40, so some teams will have four 10-goal players. La Dolfina, the team led by Adolfo Cambiaso, is the league’s most successful team (Cambiaso’s La Dolfina apparel brand is sort of the Ralph Lauren sportswear of Argentina). The high-handicap season runs from October to early December. It’s best to have your concierge check and confirm the local schedule. For Indagare members interested in special access, including a polo lesson, contact the bookings team.

TIP: The dress code for polo is smart casual. Some people dress like they are at Ascot, but most people sport a sophisticated country look. White jeans and chic lightweight jackets are an elegant uniform. It can be little chilly as the sun sets, so bring a sweater or scarf. There is only outdoor seating, but there are lots of little kiosks where one can shop during the games.