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Several months ago I dropped a 50 peso note in a taxi as I exited. The taxi driver honked at me furiously, but I didn't pay attention, so he ran a red light and pulled over in front of me to hand it back; I was stunned. Several years ago, I was lost driving in the city of Trelew, trying to...

I'm interested in hopping over to the Malvinas this summer. Has anyone ever visited? Any recommendations on travel/lodging/sights?

we were happy with the trendy Posada Fin del Mundo -- nice clean rooms, reasonably priced, good breakfast and close to the center of town.

thanks for the advice all. Fortunately, I am in a decent financial position where I don't necessarily need to work for a couple of years, so for me this gig is more for the experience rather than pay. It also helps tremendously that I bought a depto down here in 2005, so I pay no rent (just...

flying in/via the US is horrible for many reasons. I think NW is among the worst of the major carriers. Their staff took a 40% pay cut (while the CEO got his bonus) and they are flying perhaps one of the oldest fleets in the US; who flies DC-9s anymore??

i'm a yankees fan, am I allowed to join you guys?

if you travel to El Chalten there is an outdoor store in town that rents gear (we rented rain pants), but it sounds like you are wanting to rent gear in BA, travel to patagonia, then return the equipment in BA, correct? I found the quality and prices of gear to be much better in the states. If...

Sorry for the re-post. I initially posted this in the jobs forum, but received only a few responses. I thought I'd cast a wider net and post it in a different forum. I was offered a job in Argentina with a European company. This would be an "over the table" job whereby I would be sponsored...

I was offered a job in Argentina with a European company. This would be an "over the table" job whereby I would be sponsored so that I can obtain my DNI. The compensation is in pesos and the figure was given in "bruto." Obviously I am concerned about being paid in pesos. Does anyone have...

Here's a brief bio Sergio: I am a(n) (north) american from the Seattle area currently living in Barrio Norte. I am on sabbatical from my job through 2009 am am living down here to improve my Spanish, explore more of the country and to take in Argentine culture. I have been coming to...

I am tired of dining alone and wanted to know if anyone was interested in occasionally joining me for dinner? I usually eat at my home (in Barrio Norte), but tend to go out a couple of nights per week. I usually read when dining, but (1) I'm bored and (2) I ran out of reading material. I'm...

In 2005, my wife and I got a Brasilian visa here in Bs.As. with the intent of visiting Iguazu Falls. The day we visited the Brasilian side of the falls, we took the municipal bus from Puerto Iguazu to Foz do Iguazu. The bus did not stop at the border and we never got exit/entry stamps. The...

Thanks for the replies folks. I will PM those individuals who replied with invites. Unfortunately, I can't commit to dog sitting/watching for those who asked. Blake

Taxi Ezezia is running a promotion -- 78 pesos form the city to EZE (98 pesos for a trip from EZE to the city). Blake

Ordinarily, I'd take you up on your offer; however I have a friend coming to town for a week and thus I will be playing tour guide. If you fancy a future saturday visit, post again. Blake

Hi all, I've been missing my dog lately (she's back in the US) and was wondering if anyone here is a dog owner? If so, would you be willing to let me tag along for a walk or join you for a romp in the park? Wait...that doesn't sound right. I mean join you and your dog for some playtime in...

although I didn't date an Argentine, I had a similar experience when I was dating a Chilean. Even after we broke off our relationship and I returned to the states, she cyber-stalked me and sent disturbing letters. I still sleep with one eye open.

does anyone know of a decently priced gym with a pool? I visted Megatlon, but it is a bit pricey. thanks -- blake

Hi all, I just got in town and wanted to see if there were any expat meetings/events. I'll be in town for several months -- I am a frequent visitor to the city, but this is my first (of several) long stays. I'm looking forward to meeting other expats. Blake

Hi all, I've been a member on this forum for about a year now and have travelled extensively throughout Argentina (I even own an apartment in Bs. As.). I've been trying to relocate to Argentina for some time and now I find out my job will transfer me there in January 2009. Does anybody have...