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    Nikon point & shoot touchscreen camera for sale (+ beads)

    NIKON CoolPix S6100 Priced for a quick & easy sale at $200 USD (will accept pesos) 16.0-megapixel sensor 7x wide-angle optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED glass lens advanced VR image stabilization HD (720p) video *Used under 10 times; I bought this as a gift for my mom who decided to take the plunge and...
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    Hopital Aleman - bloodwork

    I was wondering if anyone has an experience with getting bloodwork done at Hopital Aleman. I know I do need an orden from a doctor to get bloodwork done there (called and asked). Does anyone know if I can just a) walk-in, see an on-call doctor to get the orden and get the tests done right...
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    Anyone have a camera memory card they're keen to sell?

    I haven't really shopped around (going to check it out later) but I'm thinking the price of memory cards here is as inflated as most things electronic. For pure convenience I would like to pick up another card as backup. I'm looking for a standard card (that fits most Canon/ Nikon point and...
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    Any favourite restaurants con onda in Recoleta?

    Whenever I want to end up in Recoleta for drinks (Gran Bar Danzon, Milion) I am always stumped for restaurants to go to beforehand. Any suggestions? Much as I love them, I can only go to Juana M or Piola so many times. The mains at Milion more often than not are a disaster, and same for Gran...
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    Are any restaurants that deliver open today?

    I just looked on BA Delivery and it doesn't seem like any are :( I very much need some comida!
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    Anywhere in Chinatown I can exchange USD for a good rate?

    Pls PM me if you have a spot! I have a couple of other places around town but it'll be more convenient for me to go in Chinatown, since I prefer to go with a friend not on my own. Thanks :)
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    Day resorts in Tigre?!

    Does anyone have any recommendations for day resorts in Tigre to go to? Looking for just a little escape from the city, with a pool, maybe a beach, restaurant... Thanks!
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    Which bank to open an account with?

    Hi guys, Wondering if anyone has any suggestions on which bank I should open an account with (with DNI). I'm looking for which: - offers most convenience debit payment, online banking, bill (which would be cell phone - Personal, credit card) payment - best credit card - best discounts (eg...
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    About bringing US cash - is it worth it?

    Just wondering if I should bother getting out all kinds of US cash out if my rent is paid in pesos anyhow.... I guess I would save bank fees. Will people really buy at a premium or is that completely sketchy and not worth it...?
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    Canadians: is there a particular iPhone/ provider that will/ will not work in BA?

    I will be getting another prepago chip with Personal - I've previously always used unlocked blackberries so I'm not sure what the data/unlocking situation is for iPhones. Getting a 4 not 4s. Thanks
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    Language schools in Bariloche or other areas of Argentina in January

    After six months away, I am returning to BA in January. As I tend to get 'stuck' in town once I'm there, I thought I would spend some of January away from the big city. Probably a week or two in Mendoza, visiting friends, and then maybe another week or so somewhere else, perhaps doing a...
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    Quick Q: Can I exchange $ at a regular local bank?

    I can't for the life of me find my main bank card; I know it's close but don't think I have the time to hunt it down. Can I have a bit of US cash exchanged at a regular bank (eg Galicia) or do I need to try to go to one of the big ones downtown? Thanks!
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    What's your showstopper restaurant to take guests to?

    Everyone has a trick or two up their sleeve in their BA restaurant arsenal. From deal of the century casual parrillas (take your pick) to hipster party spots (Hi Ferona + Rio at night)... to Cafe San Juan (obvio)... any new kids on the block to give out-of-towners you like a crash course in...
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    May 1 Holiday - what will be open?

    I don't remember what was open last year on May 1 (Worker's Holiday). Apparently it is one of the few feriados where many things are actually closed (as opposed to the monthly/weekly where many places remain open in popular/touristy areas). Will the usual suspects in Palermo be open....or will...
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    Where to find weekend house rentals?

    Any suggestions on where to look into renting a large house for a weekend, maybe in Tigre or somewhere in that vicinity, for a large group (at least 5 bedrooms, 15 ppl), with a pool, etc? Essentially a big weekend/summer home. Thanks
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    Where to buy: Coconut Oil and essential oils

    I was wondering if anyone knew of where to buy 1) coconut oil and b) essential oils of decent quality, preferably in Almagro or Palermo. Thanks!
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    Feliz Navidad! Will any chinos be open at all?

    I just realized that I need more wine for my dinner tonight. And preferably broccoli. Do we think any chinos will open at some point today/ tonight?
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    Premium shoe (heel) repair?

    Does anyone have a shoe repair place that is able to repair 'premium' (designer) heels? There are obviously small shops everywhere but for certain heels, I would like someone who definitely would have the ability to put the right type heel 'piece'. I thought of asking at Juan Perez since they...
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