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I miss my coffee shop back home where I could take my computer, plug in, and kick it on the couch for hours on end. Anyone know of a cozy place in Palermo scalabrini ortiz/ santa fe area??? any one know this area? Thanks!:cool::cool::cool::cool:

I moved solo! Spanish is key. Focus on necessities like directions, asking for things, food, needs, etc... the social stuff will ensue. Don't count on too many argentines to open up their english skills unless they are drinking! Plan on having a place to stay for at least a week while finding a...

Did you know they have empanadas for like 2 pesos here? efing unbelievable. oh and hey do they send absentee ballots down here or are you guys flying back up for the old democratic process thing? personally, I'd like to capitalize on our situation here and place bets. I'd rather make some...

these all seem to be about getting to BA. I just got here but Im starting to consider how and when Im getting back. I cant find anything less than $1200. Anyone have any leads? And bob is right, they will cancel the rest of your trip. learned that one the hard way.

I found this book as it was strikingly similar to my running away from home to BsAs. I just started it if anyone wants to join!

I am interested in going to law school when I return to the US and I would really like a mentor. I am specifically interested in anti-trust law and specifically network neutrality and intellectual content law. If anyone has experience, references, or even a general interest in any of these...

Hey expats,Anyone websavy? Know Flash, PHP, the likes? I'd give anything to know what you do and how you do it. Send me a note, lets make a deal!

Hey all- I was wondering if someone wanted to meet up with me before the crawl any of the days it goes down... im a little timid. Just been here 4 days but I haven't had a drink since! Send me a note!

I am into some really obscure bands that will, most likely, never make it down to BsAs. But as a reference, where does one "in the know" become so. Websites? Periodicals? Anything helps!

settle now... I find my best flights on kayak.com I bought a one way ticket here myself and am looking to get back around a similar time. Keep in mind, it will always be more expensive leaving BA to the US, especially in a busier time (winter->summer). Right now, the prices are over $1500 it...

Count me in! I just got here this week but I look forward to meeting you all! What stop on la lina D is that?

Wow. Thank you all for your responses, I feel much better prepared. I checked out Reynolds but I am a little late. Everything that would accommodate me is booked. I do however love the idea of a weekly rental above a hostel. Does anyone have any more resources similar to that?

dave- thanks for the link Nap- I'm from phoenix az. Picante is essential, is it not readily available? Any suggestions on city wide transport for someone unfamiliar?

rich- this is invaluable advice. thank you so much. I think confidence is key as well. grazie- I have been in contact with a group of local photographers via flickr and whatsupbuenosaires.com. Besides this, I've bought a plane ticket, been reading about experiences, and studying spanish since I...

Ok so as the time grows nearer, I am feeling more and more unprepared. My spanish is weak at best, I was planning on finding a place on craigslist but after reading, this might not be the best idea, and I know absolutely no one. I'm 21, a recent college grad (BA in English and BFA in Film)...