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    Where to find Rosamonte yerba mate?

    Pretty well-known brand that has been recommended to me by a couple friends so didn't think I've had trouble finding it. Have been to several supermarkets (Carrefour) and chinos without success. Anybody been able to find it? I'm in Recoleta near Santa Fe and Callao but willing to travel within...
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    Place to work or study

    Getting tired of the cafe circuit near my apt in Recoleta. Anyone know a good public place with comfy chairs/desks for studying or working? I'm thinking something like an old-style public library or university library which is open to non-students.
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    15% surcharge on foreign transactions on Argentine credit cards starting Sep 1

    Posted in the Pesos to Euros/Dollars thread but thought this warranted its own discussion, especially if people want to try some last-minute purchases before the surcharge goes into effect. http://www.clarin.com/economia/AFIP-recargara-compras-exterior-tarjeta_0_764923763.html Google...
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    Guess you really can't eat for 6 pesos per day (Spanish article)

    http://www.lanacion.com.ar/1502981-imputan-a-carrefour-por-publicidad-enganosa-en-su-oferta-para-comer-por-699-por-dia Looks like the Argentine Consumer Protection Agency tried to buy items from Carrefour's $6.99/day menu for a family and could not find around half of the 42 items which were...
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    River Plate tickets in advance at the stadium

    I've searched and read several threads on futbol tickets but have not found an answer. I want to go River Plate vs. San Lorenzo on Sunday. I am going with a local and we would like to be in the popular section (we understand the risks). We are not interested in a tour experience. 1. Are...
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    High volume printing

    I have a few Spanish textbooks in PDF which I would like to print out (300 pgs each). Any suggestions on where to do this economically? Last Locutorio I was at wanted 1.25 pesos per page.
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    Brazil visa for US citizen - Duration

    Hello- I just got a visa from the Brazilian consulate on Pelligrini and was wondering if anyone has had success extending to 5 or 10 years. I'm not sure exactly what I got. The details are: Entries: Multiple Type: VITUR Duration of stay: 90 days At the bottom it says visa valid for 90 days...
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    Any way to help an Argentine friend get US dollars?

    I have an Argentine friend who would like to go to Europe but can't get the Euros to do so. That's what she says anyway, though I've read about exchanges for travel being permitted on this board. I have access to US bank acct, US credit card and US debit card as well as 1500 USD cash. Assuming...
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    Travel agency accepting ARS Argentine Pesos for flights

    Hi- I'm new to BA and looking to buy flights to Brazil using Xoom pesos rather than my credit card. Does anyone know of an agency with good selection and pricing that accepts cash? I'm in the Recoleta area (Santa Fe & Riobamba).
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    Best service provider and prepaid plan for iPhone 4

    Hello I´ll be arriving on Monday for a month in BsAs and was wondering if anyone could recommend a good provider for prepaid iPhone service (calls and internet) while I´m here. My requirements are 1. Provides micro SIM (preferred, as I don´t want to cut down a normal SIM) 2. Cheap 3. Reliable...
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