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So, today and tomorrow the people of 'The Falklands' are holding a referendum which will unequivocally show that the people want to remain British. Now, my concern is: What with Chavez gone, Her Royal Haughtiness may want to strengthen her position on the South American playing field, or at...

Hello, I wanted to take this opportunity to publicly air the fact that, after 18 months in the city, I am finally returning to the cold, refreshing, storm battered shores of the UK. And not a moment to soon, if I believe all the gossip here... Here is what I will miss: 1. Cheap plonk (although...

I thought this may be interesting for all those that compare violent crime here to that in New York. Having never been to the Big Apple, I cannot make a comparison, but it would be interesting to see what other people think. How does the (increasing?) crime rate here compete with its most...

I have heard a vicious rumour that there will be a city wide transport strike on Tuesday. This means no trains, buses, subte or piggy backs. Now, this sounds unlikely even for this city. Not only does it not make sense to shut it all down, but I doubt the strikers will garner any sympathy if...

Hi, I am applying for an MA in the UK and they need to see a "certified true copy" of my degree (as my actual one is going to be sent to South Korea). A bit of a strange request, but does anyone know anywhere in the city that I can get this done? The British Embassy require the original to be...

The evil queen of Buenos Aires had this to say in a TELEVISED speech: “Judges are judges, not gods. No government official should ever be afraid of [sic] excuse themselves. They should come to me and let me know if they feel something or someone is not doing things right so they will allow me...

I was having an early dinner with my Argentine girlfriend tonight and we were discussing my imminent departure from Argentina to the yearned-for shores of the UK in a little over fourteen weeks. The discussion included a tinge of sadness for the obvious reason (although, secretly, I am...

Hello, Does anyone know: a) How much the fine for staying over the 90 day tourist visa stands at these days? b) Is it cheaper than getting a ferry to Colonia one more time? c) How and where do I pay it? Cheers.

Hello, This is a bit of a strange request, but does anyone know where I can get a replacement screen for a Kindle 3G Keyboard? I'm imagining that the response will not be positive, but I thought I would give it a go or I will be without one for the next 20 weeks. I suppose I could buy a...

Hey, Can anyone recommend a good travel agency that specialises or has good offers on PACKAGE deals? I only have a limited time and find that the packages allow you to see a lot in a short amount of time. Any suggestions other than sayhueque or hitravel would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Hello, Can anyone recommend a 'good' bus company to get from Salta to Cusco. Preferably, I would like to dip into Bolivia on the way. Failing this, can anyone recommend a good website on which I can actually find some 'good' bus companies. Cheers.

Hey, anyone from Wales (or UK) fancy watching the team give Argentina a jolly good spanking on Saturday? If so, where?

Hey, Is anyone planning a trip to Colonia this weekend that I can tag along with? I hate travelling alone, and none of my booooring friends want to go!!! I realise it's a long shot, but you don't ask - you don't get. PM or reply.... Cheers. (ps: I'm not a psycho :D)

Hello, Where in this wonderful city do all the British people hang out??? As much as I love Portenos, I'd like to meet someone from good ol' Blighty for a change of scene. Cheers.

Hi, I arrived here early yesterday morning. First impression: HOLY CRAP! This city is huge, and from what I can gather not the safest place on earth. I could do with meeting some fellow expats pretty quickly. I'm a teacher from the UK, and I've been sent here by my employers (a little...

Hi, I am moving to Buenos Aires on the 25th May for a massive seven month work binge! I am a TEFL teacher trainer who has been working n Madrid for the last four months. BA will be the furthest I have ever been away from home - so excited!!! Home is officially Wales (north) hence the Welsh...