Recent content by paulpaez

Okay, here's the deal with XOOM. Tried it out last week, and they were offering 8.3. Not the same as a Cueva, but for those of us who have access to Dollars but can't get to Uruguay quickly, it's not bad. They DO, however, ask a lot of questions, when you pick it up at a Banco Provincial...

Looking for Spanish language lessons (for native English speaker); as well as an opportunity to meet other expats. Any suggestions on programs? I know of the UBA and ExSpanish. What else is there? Any assistance is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

NickBA: Thanks for the XOOM suggestion. The exchange rate is 8.35; which is not bad at all.

my bad. thanks, although the idea of going to uruguay, might work. Thanks

Should have been paying attention before I got here, but is there a way to get dollars in Argentina from my US bank account. Last time I was here, I remember using the cash machines and getting peso's. Didn't matter then, but apparently, now, the "blue" rate is extremely favorable. Thanks.

Hi: Thanks for suggestions. Should have said specifically, I am looking for places in town for our first few nights...

Visiting BA with my son (who is staying behind at a friends house until August). But in the meantime, I'm looking for an affordable, and simple hotel to stay in BA for a couple of days this week. Any suggestions or experiences? Thanks again. I've received a lot of great advice from this...

Thanks for all the tips and advice.

My apologies, I thought I'd get an email informing me that I had replies to this post, but just logging in now to see all the kind advice. Thank you!

I know. But despite being a first generation Argentine who grew up with steak for lunch and dinner, I've adopted a vegan, plant-based diet for more than a year and next week, I'm traveling to Buenos Aires with my son. I'm sure I'll eat a lot of salads, but if on the off chance there is a local...

Hi: my name is Paul, and my 18 year old son is planning a gap year stay in B.A. for several months, where I have friends and relatives. I'm trying to find some ideas for either volunteer or internship opportunities for him while there; and/ or inexpensive spanish language classes he could take...