fun, hip vacation rentals in Buenos Aires
Did you know that sope means peso? Just reverse the two syllables PE and SO and you get SOPE . This type of Argentinean slang is called Lunfardo and we’ve put together a list of common vocabulary and expressions for talking about money here in Buenos Aires.
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The first part of our 100 tips for travelers covers 15 tips about getting and spending money while in Argentina. Banks here won’t exchange your dollars. ATMs often don’t work. Here’s our advice.
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We get a lot of questions from guests who rent our apartments here in Buenos Aires about money issues. We’ve put together a series of posts with the advice we usually give our guests and tips for travelers in Buenos Aires and Argentina.
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Finding great fish in Buenos Aires can be a challenge. There’s a fantastic fishmonger near San Telmo in the area called Barracas. El Delfin often has fresh oysters, fresh shrimp, excellent seafood empanadas and plenty of other choices for those who love good food.
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We studied the various options for wine tastings in Buenos Aires. Anuva Wines came out the clear winner. Exceptionally professional, great wines from boutique wineries, excellent price, and wonderful pairings. We were blown away.
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In preparation for the Boca vs. River match, e superclasico, we decided to learn some of the most popular Boca chants. We’ve linked to audio files and have listed English translations of the chants. Dale Bo’!
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How to buy tickets to a Boca match at La Bombonera. The footage here is from the Boca – Racing match on March 6, 2010. Boca fans are amazing and even though Boca lost, they never stopped chanting!
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I love the market, the architecture, the variety of restaurants, the street fair, the nature reserve, Plaza Dorrego and siesta. Most of all, I love the authenticity of San Telmo.
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Tips from Tweeps on sales being offered for winter trips down to Buenos Aires. Plus, a photo of pasta dresses with Argentine sashes.
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What to do on a rainy day in Buenos Aires? We’ve listed six rainy day activities that range from relaxing in a spa to visiting Buenos Aires’ most amazing bookstore, El Ateneo.
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The absolute best way to see the river (Rio de la Plata) in Buenos Aires is spending the day in the Ecological Reserve (Reserva Ecologico). Picnic, ride a bike, hike, enjoy the plants and flower with views of the river.
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