I was only here 2 weeks and every day I saw people using iPhones (well smartphones, but find it hard to believe thieves can tell what it is from a distance) walking, on the bus etc! This was in Recoleta area and on the 37 bus.
Its maybe relative....as others have said if people are used to no crime, then it can seem bad. I know swiss people who think Geneva is a crime infested city! Its the safest place I ever lived....
However I never heard stories in Geneva like I hear on here, so maybe BA is not so safe. But maybe...
Hi,
I am coming to work in BA for a few weeks, staying in Recoleta. Looking forward to seeing the city! I love to hike too, so am hoping there might be some nice spots nearby to go for a day (if its not too cold in winter!)
Mark