craggles
English looking for information about Argentina
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Your experience of culture shock in Argentina by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Argentina. What ...
Nothing about Argentina should be a massive shock to Europeans or people with European ancestors. The only shock is if you don't know Spanish. The food is great and varied, sports are established, there are sites and wonders to be seen and the ... Read More
Argentine cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in Argentina? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of Argentina and why not your best ...
Empanadas Are a mine field, you like what you like right? Wrong! Some empanadas you will not like. If you don't like sugar, are diabetic or on a mad Atkins gluten free bullshit diet you will struggle. First question is do you prefer fried or ... Read More
Would love to hear more about Argentina before relocation
Would love to hear more about Argentina before relocation Hi. I am planning a move to Argentina to teach English. I have a good friend in Cordoba, and will head there. I am in the beginning stages of planning, but would love to hear from other ... Read More
Find a small job in Buenos Aires
You need to speak Spanish to get a waitress job, 95% of jobs in fact IMO. All you will be looking at getting is cleaning or teaching English. Sorry if this sounds harsh. Start Spanish lessons intentive for a few months before you come ....... ... Read More
Iphone 5 in Buenos Aires
We unlock everything cheaper than the USA but you are a fool not to bring new phones, laptops, cameras etc here that you need. You will not find what you need here and it is is a million miles away from going into a shop and picking up what you ... Read More
Post flood travel buenos aires
Everything is OK at the moment, stay away from La Plata for now as they still have problems with sewage and clean water etc... Read More
Looking for londoner for elocution lessons
I think that you should be looking for a qualified TEFL or CELTA teacher that has studied phonetics. Failing that, someone from England that understands the way that you would like to speak English. England has hundreds of accents that are ... Read More
visas by SeattleMOM
I'm a US citizen and I'd like to be in Argentina for 6 months. Anyone know how easy it would be to get a visa? I would not be working over there.
I agree with the vast majority that you have to say. The dollar advice is spot on. If anything break your budget, bring the $9999 allowed and sell a chunk for a good profit to pay for your trip. IF you want to visit Uruguay which you are a fool not ... Read More
Apostille Australia police certificate in Buenos Aires
Yup, get your docs Apostilled in Aus legally with your embassy and then send the origonals fully registered post of course to BAires to get done also, then when you get them returned, get them resent to a registered School of Translators in BAires ... Read More
Australia Day 2013 in Buenos Aires by page8383
Hi all! I know it is still 3 weeks away, however do any Australians in Buenos Aires have plans for the 26th Jan (26th is a Saturday this year)? Or is there a fixed plan / location that has worked for Aussies in the past. It'd be unreal to see the ...
Marmite, Sausages and Lager you could have had blu Read More
Learning Spanish by Molly
Where r the best centers to learn Spanish in BA?
Are you on commission dear sir? ;):D Read More
Apostille for High School Diploma
I think that the only issue you have is that the origin of the certification has to provide the apostille. Do you have the certificate with you from the USA school? Everyone does charge an arm and a leg and a testicle and maybe an eye. But there ... Read More
Learning Spanish by Molly
Where r the best centers to learn Spanish in BA?
All within one block.... Get up early, write your shopping list, read a section in a language book on Fruit and Veg, go to Fruit and Veg shops all day, buy one item in each store. LISTEN Get up early, write your kiosko shopping list, read a ... Read More
Selecting a school in Buenos Aires for our 7 and 9 year-old children by Laurenska
We are moving to Buenos Aires this fall and would love any information/helpful guidance from other expats in choosing the right school. Our kids don't speak Spanish fluently, though we are taking classes now, so a bi-lingual school may be a great ...
Slightly break your back money wise if you have to, go to a bi-lingual school without question, find a school that offers parents benefits such as family classes in castellano or work shops. Be very, very picky, it is allowed, call a dozen schools ... Read More
HELP!!! by Abel Archer
I just arrived here today and I am in desperate need of some help from those of you who have been in BsAs for a while. I will be here long-term and brought several vital electronics with me. I bought a couple of converters to convert the voltage to ...
It sounds crazy but anything European works here, USA/Canadamerica not so good, pleased you got it sorted .... and never discount the possible local electricity problem where you are, the amps are the problemm not necessarily the volts Read More
Turnips?
Well I still haven't found any yet and it is winter .......... BUT I am enjoying calling friends Nabos It is amazing in another country and language the same vgetable means exactly the same thing ........ a fool Read More
Advice if taking the boat to Uruguay from BA
I noticed from Buquebus webside: that there are 2 types of boats, I can't recall the times but one is much faster than another. Same annoyances apply? Also a flight to Montevideo is only $40US more, might worth it. So, Montevideo, is it worth a ... Read More
getting care packages from abroad
Expect presents to be opened and letters likewise. Do not send anything that you will miss if it doesn't arrive. Expect registered postal items to be subjected to tax when they arrive. Expect a huge delay in receiving to Argentina, not so much the ... Read More
Advice if taking the boat to Uruguay from BA
Guys, take a good book or playlist and for gods sake take sandwiches/empanadas and drinks in your hand luggage. The waiting time is excrutiting, the passage is boring and things to buy are totally ridiculously comically expensive at the ports and ... Read More
Moving to Rosario by Millie31
Hello I have recently been on a 6 month South American adventure and it was amazing but I particularly loved Argentina. Now my plan is to return to Rosario to live with my boyfriend for a few months and I wanted some advice. When I am there I would ...
Go to your local university language department and ask for courses. Yes, officially a working visa is required but not essential in some circumstances. Spanish IS essential to do any graphic design work and any legal office work in that genre, I ... Read More
Applying for working visa from Buenos Aires by Winners World Travel
Hi there, Does any one know what the requirements are to get a working visa after arriving in Bs As? Does any one know how long it takes if you have all the requirements handed in with the application? I have heard a police check and medical ...
All the talking was in spanish and I tried 2 different menu numbers each time. I emailed them twice and still no reply too. It is so annoying and frustrating. jejejeje fancy that, Spanish of all languages, how dare we? Firstly, every document ... Read More
Driving license in Argentina
For Europeans, The International Driving Permit IDP is sufficient. Like most things though, such as mobile phone contracts and bank accounts, add the obtaining of an Argentinian driving licence to the list of impossibilities for expats without a DNI ... Read More
Banking in ARG by 3lckr
This is a very a very peculiar subject: very important, no recent info on the net and anyone who lived in ARG for a month or so can provide the info. Here we go: - how easy is to open a bank account? in pesos or USD? which bank is the ...
It is quite funny that you are coming from Equador, will have US dollars on you since your currency is the US dollar, explain the problem you have with these dollars please Cristina !! Venezuela is closer to relocate amigo! Read More
what is the cheapest way to send money to Argentina?
Makes sense, Cristina has changed all of her remaining dollars in Argentina into pesos, never mentioned outside of Argentina! Buy your tickets and bring all your money with you is the best option, better still bring me some, even old Spanish pesos ... Read More
Turnips?
Turnips, also known as berza camp铆a, berza silvestre, colinabo, colza, naba, nabicol, nabilla, nabina, nabo, nabo gallego, nabo largo, nabo redondo, nabos, raba. Where can I get some in Argentina, I believe you guys in the North grow them but I ... Read More
Banking in ARG by 3lckr
This is a very a very peculiar subject: very important, no recent info on the net and anyone who lived in ARG for a month or so can provide the info. Here we go: - how easy is to open a bank account? in pesos or USD? which bank is the ...
Hope this helps ................ - how easy is to open a bank account? in pesos or USD? which bank is the best/easiest? Imposible without a DNI, therefore impossible for regular foreigners. - do you get a visa/mc debit card with the account? Both ... Read More
what is the cheapest way to send money to Argentina?
Western Union is probably the best method. You cannot get US dollars here now unless you are a citizen with a DNI number and by filling in some forms to request the money for vacacion purposes only. Cristina has stopped the legal US dollar ... Read More
Teaching English and Volunteering
Y'all got mail. (USA TEFL) I have sent you some further information sir. (TEFL) Read More
Healthcare in Argentina by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Argentina ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Argentina? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
Argentina is great if you have a problem, you go to the hospital and you pay for the treatment. A blood test for example is $87. To see Accident and Emergency 24x7 doctor as a priority around $35 pesos. It is always cheaper than your native country ... Read More
Teaching English and Volunteering
Hi Orasio, How is your Spanish, the reason I ask is that thare good jobs to be had in sales and marketing, web site design and that malarkey. But these companies although do business in English, internally theyo not so to get a great job the ... Read More
Must Do's in HK in Feb/Mar
Hi Guys, Wondering if a local or someone in the know can help me. It has been a long time since I visited HK and I am looking forward to a student going there again in a few months time. Can someone give me a rough guide regards, were the best ... Read More
How much are kitchen utensils in Buenos Aires? by Cecilia5
I have been offered kitchen utensils by a guy who is leaving B.A. He wants to charge me 600 US$ for 20 plates, 4 pots, 15 glasses, 2 pans, a kitchen machine, 20 knives, forks and spoons. Are these things really that expensive in B.A.? Should I ...
I meant to type $90 bucks not $900 ! You will be surprised how expensive things are, there are no $2 shops unfortunately, no Kmarts nor are there ANY charity shops .... just bring your savings and all is fine and enjoy here, it's fabulous in many ... Read More
How much are kitchen utensils in Buenos Aires? by Cecilia5
I have been offered kitchen utensils by a guy who is leaving B.A. He wants to charge me 600 US$ for 20 plates, 4 pots, 15 glasses, 2 pans, a kitchen machine, 20 knives, forks and spoons. Are these things really that expensive in B.A.? Should I ...
Everything is expensive if you are reliant on an Argentinian wage. Kitchen goods are expensive. A basic new microwave for example is $900 US ! Good pots and pans are a lot of money. Advice is to ask what are the manufacture makes of the goods are ... Read More
Hola Chicos !! by craggles
Hello Guys, this is my first post. I have been lurking maybe a couple of times here and finally got around to resolving my password issues and having a real good old rummage through the threads. Very impressed might I add, good to see that there are ...
Yes the inflation is a fascinating topic of conversation. Christa and the government swear it is at 9% no more. Everyone with a pair of eyes knows that it is more like pushing the 27 to 30 percentile mark. I have seen the price of milk, cheese and ... Read More
Need a Job in New Zealand
Hiya, Firstly, are you looking to move to NZ perminantly or for a working holiday? regards, C Read More
Successful job interview in Argentina by Julie
Hi, passing a job interview in Argentina can be a stressful moment, especially you are not familiar with the cultural and professional codes of the country. How to successfully pass a job interview in Argentina ? What happens during the ...
The company I work for is one of the top S&P 500 and despite of the crisis, part of the best resisting ones. Anyway, I will surely not build on what you say while I was expecting this kind of over developed ego behavior. Have a nice carrier and ... Read More
Successful job interview in Argentina by Julie
Hi, passing a job interview in Argentina can be a stressful moment, especially you are not familiar with the cultural and professional codes of the country. How to successfully pass a job interview in Argentina ? What happens during the ...
To Craggles, You seem to be the kind of person I would like to have in front of me for a recruitment interview. I have been interviewing hundreds of people who would have written the same things but I have also rejected most of them. In your ... Read More
Is it worth to move to NZ-Auckland from UK for JOB?
I agree, NZ is very easy to live in ....... that is all, easy to live, nothing special apart from the outstanding beauty. People are great ..... pretty much all really, the adverts make it out to be the best place on the earth ....... it is truely ... Read More
Cost of living in Buenos Aires by Julien
I wish I could live in Buenos Aires one day! I heard prices are interesting there ... if you are or if you've been living in BA, can you share your experience of prices with us? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
Inflation in Argentina is well above the official Government figure of 8%. Current independent polls put it at between 16 to 20%. The prices above will have to be revised monthly at this rate!I would say the 25% to 30% bracket would be a fairer ... Read More
Cell phones in BA by fiorellabecker
Hello! I just arrived in BA and I need a cell phone as quickly as possible... any suggestions? what should I be expected to pay for a "pay as you go" plan? What is normal? Also, is it possible to unlock my blackberry from home and use it here for ...
In short as a tourist you have few options. This is a blessing in disguise. You have to use pay as you go (for me it is fine with movistar). Best advice is to bring your phone from your native country unlocked, I brought two and so pleased I ... Read More
Successful job interview in Argentina by Julie
Hi, passing a job interview in Argentina can be a stressful moment, especially you are not familiar with the cultural and professional codes of the country. How to successfully pass a job interview in Argentina ? What happens during the ...
I can only speak from a NZ/UK perspective in respect of police clearance documents. I have had two interviews and gained two jobs, so so far 100% rate. Firstly, my story is that historically I suck at job interviews in the UK. For what ever the ... Read More
2 English girls looking to move to Buenos Aires to teach by LaurenCosgrove
Hey, guys, Myself and a friend are looking to move out to teach english (we Are both currently completing TEFL courses) . Does anyone have any experience with this or can offer any advice/info about what Its like for Brits living and working in ...
Soooo negative arge. Lauren send me a message and I will chat in private rather than on the board, I have been doing tefl here for 7 months now. laters, craig Read More
Hola Chicos !!
Hello Guys, this is my first post. I have been lurking maybe a couple of times here and finally got around to resolving my password issues and having a real good old rummage through the threads. Very impressed might I add, good to see that there are ... Read More