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There is no denying that there is a fair bit of crime in BA but the media definitely hype it up! Like the media anywhere. It definitely has made people fear crime and fear leaving their house, getting into their car etc. When I see a house full to the brim of fences, bars, alarms etc. and then...

Thanks Steve!:)

I think they realise they will never have dialogue with her anyway. She has made it pretty clear she won't talk to certain people she doen't like or sections of the media or take a question from someone who isn't planted in the audience or…

Thanks for the detailed info. I am going home for a month in December so I was going to get it renewed now (as my current one runs out in October) then leave before it expires. If I update my visa at migraciones I won't have any problems though when I return in January at Ezeiza though, will...

Hi all trying to decide to go to colonia for half day (268 pesos) or to migraciones (300 pesos i think) to renew my 90 day visa. Does anyone know if they still do it there in migraciones? I have read conflicting reports on this blog so if anyone has recent info, how long it takes etc. it would...

Thanks a million guys, I will ask him to check out with his insurance company re. Cedula Verde etc. I have no DNI yet so see how it works out : )

Ye boxing too forget to say that! Martinez did his best to get knocked out but it made for a great end to a good fight!

Sorry read 34.50 pesos not dollars : ) Anyway any help on where to get it would be great

Would you be able to tel me where you got it? I saw online it costs 180 pesos! Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Hi all I am heading to Cordoba for a week in November and the father in law wants to share the driving so I was wondering do I need an international license to drive his car? I read it is recommended but not compulsory. I have a full Irish driving license. Anyone had any experiences with this...

Hurling and Gaelic Football! Recently enjoyed watching Donegal take the Sam Maguire home! Here's a bit of hurling for ye, enjoy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eg9z9Dijkeg (In Irish too so enjoy :) An mhaith Baile Atha Cliath!!! The Hurling Club (Not hurlingham club) was founded by irish...

Have to say it drives me mad as well and it's not the same everywhere else in the world, BA is dirty. I dont agree with the regular BA bashing that goes on in this blog but this is one thing that kills me!!! It's like they like seing rubbish everywhere…

Nothing has ever happened to me!! : ) And I don't live in a 'barrio cerrado', or would you believe, i don't clutch onto my bag like a maniac or look over my shoulder every 2 seconds!! It's a hell of a lot safer than this blog would have you believe… Can't believe someone has posted this as...

Don't let these stories get to you!!! The bad stories here only represent a small percentage of what actually goes on! Anyway if you are going to learn a self defense I recommend Krav Maga. It is straight to the point, really effective and a great workout. I have seen a few places doing it...

Ye just turn up and see if you have good luck. As Aleina said, just seeing the building lit up at night is pretty special. Amazing place!

How much are we talking for the bacon? : )

I am dying for a full Irish breakfast!!!! AAAAGGGGGHHHHHHHHHH Sausages, bacon, potato bread (homemade), black/white pudding, fried tomato, fried eggs, tea, irish soda bread (made by my granny of course!!) then throw some beans in there to help mop it all after!! Wish i hadn't read this thread...

Has any expats who have married an Argentine had the experience of having to get a blood test exactly 7 days before you get married or else they will not marry you?? I know an English guy here who tomorrow has to get it done. Bizarre!!! Is it true?

Claro are doing a promo now. 3mb fiber optic internet and telephon line, can't remember the minutes, but it's a lot. All for 89 pesos!! Can't argue with that. Got it installed and it works perfect

You just answered it for me when you say 'Elite' sports! Generally Rugby players here play for private school and universities and come from a well off background. So even though the league is amateur they have plenty of family support financially. Then when they reach a top level they go to...