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Happy New Year from Expanish

Friday, December 31, 2010 16:11

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The New Year is the perfect time to celebrate with family and friends and welcome new hopes and promises. It is also a time to review and make a balance of the past year in every aspect, and to set up new objectives for the next year. At Expanish we are happy with the achievements of 2010, and we have the objective of continue working in 2011 to deliver high quality Spanish language courses and to give the possibility to our students of having a great cultural experience.

May this New Year Celebration mark the beginning of a year of happiness and discovery for you!

Spending the New Year in Buenos Aires

Wednesday, December 29, 2010 9:16

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Tango new years Spending the New Year in Buenos Aires

One of the more interesting aspects of traveling is seeing how other countries celebrate common holidays as it’s always eye-opening to compare and contrast the customs of each country with those of your own.  There is no other holiday that this applies to more than New Year’s Eve in Buenos Aires as you might find that, although porteños enjoy ringing in the año nuevo as much as everyone else, they do so in a very distinct fashion.

Despite Buenos Aires’ well-deserved reputation as having a hopping night life, New Year’s Eve in the city isn’t as crazy as you might think.  One of the reasons for this is that many of the residents of Buenos Aires are from other parts of Argentina and therefore leave the city during the holiday season to be with their family, leaving the city with a slightly less number of residents who would be going out and partying in the New Year.

Another aspect of an Argentine New Year that differs from other countries is that it is more family oriented.  For example, a typical New Years Eve is spent with the family where the main feature of the fiesta is a large dinner that can last for a couple hours and the actual passing of the New Year when the clock strikes midnight (which is accompanied by a brindis and fireworks) is always spent with your relatives.  From there, porteños will then go to meet up with their friends and either go to a boliche (nightclub) or private party to celebrate the past year and talk about expectations of the upcoming one.

If you find yourself in Buenos Aires over the new year and are searching for options, I would suggest that you and your friends plan a late dinner (if you are going to eat out, make sure you make prior reservations) where you can all talk about your experiences in South America, the past year and where your travels will lead you in the upcoming months.  Check out our list of happenings in Buenos Aires on New Year’s Eve.  Afterwards, you can celebrate the New Year by dancing the night away at any of the hundreds of clubs in Buenos Aires, just be aware that boliches will be very crowded and hot due to the holiday and the fact that it is the peak of summer.

A couple of things to keep in mind before starting the festivities is that, like every night in Buenos Aires, you will most likely be out very late so get plenty of rest beforehand.  If you plan to light fireworks, do so with precaution – the hospitals are generally filled with people who are treating firework wounds.  In addition, clubs and bars will be very hot so make sure to drink plenty of water and do not over serve yourself.

¡Desde nosotros de Expanish, les deseamos un feliz año nuevo y nos vemos en 2011!

Buenos Aires New Year’s Guide

Monday, December 27, 2010 19:53

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NYE street party Buenos Aires New Years Guide

New Year's Eve Street Party: Dance party outside of Niceto Club, New Year's 2010

When the New Year comes, people try to live this important day of the year in a different and unforgettable way. There are thousands of events from restaurant dinners to parties in different clubs.

So, what is there to do on New Year’s Eve in Buenos Aires?

Some suggestions are:

DINNER
Going out in New Year’s Eve is a tradition for many Argentines. Many restaurants will take advantage of this need and create a special menus for the occasion. Do not expect bargain prices, since many restaurants are closed there is a high demand, so the cost is a bit steep.

Here are the prices of the special menus offered for the occasion, from very luxurious restaurants where you leave your whole salary and celebrate with the most expensive wines, to some not so expensive where you can have a nice time with friends. Whatever you choose, remember to book in advance. *All prices in AR$ pesos.

Dinner with live show + PACHA
It is organized by Hostel Suites Florida (Florida 328), includes:
- Buffet dinner
- Live Band
- Ticket to Pacha (2:30 am and includes transfer)
Tel: 4325 0969
florida@hostelsuites.com
Price: about $150

Godoy
Paraguay 4905, Palermo – Reservations: 4116-1923 / 4116-1923 – reservas@restaurantgodoy.com.ar
Price: $80

Hotel Madero
Rosario Vera Penaloza 360, Dique 2, Puerto Madero Este – Reservations: 5776-7652 / 5776-7652 – jgalli@hotelmadero.com
Price: $195 (children between 4 and 14 years U$S124).

InterContinental Buenos Aires
Moreno 809, Montserrat, Buenos Aires – Reservations: 4340-7201 / 4340-7201 – ayb@interconti.com.ar
Price: $ 680.

Astrid y Gastón
Lafinur 3222, Palermo – Reservations: 4802-2991 / 4802-2991 – info@astridygastonarg.com.ar
Price: $300

Moche
Nicaragua 5901, Palermo – Reservations: 4772-4160 / 4772-4160 – reservas@mocherestaurante.com.ar
Price: $190

Citrine
Marcelo T. de Alvear 1368, Recoleta – Reservations: 5277-4600 / 5277-4600
Price: $ 295. Includes a soft drink, a bottle of wine every two people, a glass of champagne for the toast and desserts. There are special menu for the kids, at $148.

Sette Bacco
Agüero 2157 – Reservations: 4808-0021 / 4808-0021 – info@settebacco.com.ar
Price: $ 475. Under 12, $165. And 10% discount for cash payment.

Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt Buenos Aires
Avenida Alvear 1661, Recoleta – Reservations: 5171-1352 / 5171-1352
Menus: $ 900, $ 1350, $ 1700

Yes, yes, yes Restaurant
Aime Paine 1320, Puerto Madero
Tel: 5353-3322/3321

Urondo Bar
Beauchef 1204
4922-9671
Price: $ 250

Betanzos
Venezuela 1534
Tel: 4115-8780
Price: $ 190

Lola Restaurant
Guido and Junin Recoleta.
Reservations: 4804-5959.
www.lolarestaurant.com
Price: $ 670

But as the night is young and you should kick off 2011 with a blast, you can continue your celebration attending one of the many parties that Buenos Aires has to offer:

PARTY

Piso Compartido – Party
Friday 12/31
Place: Niceto Club (Buenos Aires)
Piso Comparitdo’s international party gathers 1000 people of all nationalities one night a month, where the languages are mixed to speak the language of the Party!
Price: (Advanced purchase) $40 in Niceto Vega 5510 (Monday to Friday from 12 to 18 hs) and www.ticketek.com.ar

Circus 2011 – Get Out of the City
Friday 12/31

Place: Parque Santa Maria (Bella Vista) – Camino del Buen Ayre 18.7
Thr3shold, Javier Bussola, Juan Pablo Sgalia, Marcelo Fratini, Luis Callegari, Seven Eleven, Mauro García & S. Berté, Pam Arezzi, Bevilacqua & Lucien Douglas Moreira Lozz will perform at the outdoor party Get Out of the City.
Time: 01:00
Price: $ 70 Third Eye (Av Santa Fe 1670, gal. Bond Street) or www.ticketek.com.ar

Super Party El Emergente
Friday 12/31
Place: M. Niceto Vega 5699, corner Bonpland – Palermo Hollywood
Live music, dancing, shows, games, surprises, artistic interventions, and the best music:
ROCK-POP-SKA-LATIN-BIZARRO-REGGAETON-CACHENGUE
elemergenteclub@hotmail.com
FREE UNTIL 2:30 am (by list or with flyer)

Pacha Buenos Aires
Friday 12/31
Place: Pacha Buenos Aires
Av Costanera Norte and Pampa. Costanera Noirte
The Brazilian dj Carol Rios, Marcoz Paz, Matias Sundblad and Fran Percamilli welcomes the 2011 at Pacha Buenos Aires.

Cocoliche (Buenos Aires)
Friday 12/31
Time: 00.00
Place: Cocoliche
Performance of Pfirter and Udolph.

Club SDK (Party)
Friday 12/31
Time: 23.30
Place: Sudaca (Buenos Aires)
Pop, 80s, 90s, reggaeton and national music.

BARS AND CONCERTS

Miločer Bar (Bar)
Friday 12/31
Miločer Bar & Terrace (City of Buenos Aires)
Dance music, rock & pop, 80s, 90s and funny music

Jazz & Pop (concert)
Friday 12/31
Place: Jazz & Pop (Buenos Aires)
After the toast, the traditional New Year’s Jam Session. Admission is free.

I hope that whatever choice you make, you have a great time celebrating and a very  happy New Year!!

Feliz Navidad from Expanish

Friday, December 24, 2010 12:43

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brindis Feliz Navidad from Expanish

In the Argentine tradition, today we will do a brindis (toast) with all of our students and staff as we celebrate Christmas.  This is normally done with family at midnight, but we wanted to have our own little ceremony here at the school to show that we consider all of our students and staff to be part of our family.  When you are living in a foreign country, it is important to have a home away from home and we hope that Expanish is that for everyone here.

Some of our students will now be returning to their home countries, while many will spend the holidays with us in Buenos Aires, but either way the Expanish staff wishes everyone a wonderful weekend and that the you each create great memories.

FELICES FIESTAS!

A Buenos Aires Christmas Story

Wednesday, December 22, 2010 19:09

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Fireworks A Buenos Aires Christmas Story

As the hot sun beats down on Buenos Aires and the scorching heat transforms the subte into a Bikram yoga lover’s paradise, the last thing many Northern hemispheric foreigners think of is Christmas.  While there may not be a lite music station that blasts Christmas hits all day long, no bombardment from commercial opportunists, and the concept of a white Christmas remains far removed from porteño culture, locals still celebrate Christmas the Argentine way.

Christmas Day, similar to other countries, is generally a quiet day spent with family. Christmas Eve (Nochebuena), on the other hand, traditionally is a time when extended families get together for dinner, in good Argentine fashion, cooking an asado. The celebration continues into the night with a midnight brindis (toast) drinking cidra (cider) and watching or setting off fireworks.  Then, after midnight is when the real joda (party) begins: gathering with friends and going to a party, bar or club.

If you are new to the city or have yet to invite yourself to a family asado, we are here to help out with some Christmas weekend activity ideas and help fill you with summertime holiday cheer:

For the Religious Experience:

- Christmas Mass (Misa): Argentina is a predominantly Catholic country with many beautiful churches.  Most churches will have a midnight mass on Christmas Eve (or mass between 9pm – 12am) and also mass throughout Christmas day.  Check out the Buenos Aires Government website for a church in your area.

- Tierra Santa: Have you ever heard of a religious-themed amusement park? Neither have we until coming to Argentina.  Travel back to biblical times at Tierra Santa, located near the Palermo Costanera Norte, where you can witness the “Last Supper”, watch “The Creation’s” music and laser light show, and experience a mock Jesus-resurrection.  Open Saturday (Dec. 25) and Sunday (Dec. 26) from 16hs – 22hs. Cost: AR$30

For the family holiday fun:

- Fireworks Show:  It is customary on Nochebuena to light fireworks to kick off Christmas. Befriend someone who lives in a tall building or has a terrace in order to get a great view of lights exploding across the city.  If you don’t make friends in time, head out to the Palermo parks or the Obelisco to watch the sky light up.

- Christmas Trees: If you long for a traditional holiday with the all the red and green decorations, you will probably be disappointed by the lack of festive decor.  Luckily, there are a few places that have large, decorated trees. Most of the shopping malls will have some sort of Christmas display, like the Alto Palermo Shopping Center’s version with colorful lights and Galerías Pacífico’s sparkling crystal adorned tree.

- Cultural Events: The Buenos Aires government organizes a handful of fun activities, many of which are either free or at a low cost.

For the party animal:

Unlike many other countries, Christmas is not just a time to spend with family, but also a prime night to go out with friends.   Here are two recommended parties on Friday and Saturday night:

- Friday, Dec 24: Fiesta Invasión Christmas Party at Niceto Club

- Saturday, Dec 25: Christmass Party at Crobar

For the non-tourist, tourist:

Deserted streets do have some benefits: photo ops.  If you are the too-shy type to snap away at buildings or monuments in fear of being labeled as an obvious tourist, your time has come!  As most stores and businesses will be closed on the 25th, transforming the Buenos Aires into a ghost town, take advantage of the emptiness and lack of movement in this notorious bustling city by wandering around with a camera taking photos.

Allie

Palabras de Navidad y sus orígenes

Monday, December 20, 2010 16:04

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Galerias Pacifico photo LanNcion Palabras de Navidad y sus orígenes

El árbol de Galerías Pacífico: Siete mil estrellas de cristal Swarowski

A menos de una semana para Navidad, muchos estudiantes de español se preguntan como se celebra la Navidad en Argentina y cuales son los términos y frases importantes durante estas fiestas. Mientras que la historia de Navidad puede ser conocida en tu idioma nativo, seguí esta guía para impresionar a tus amigos locales con tu nueva jerga festiva.

Navidad

La Navidad es una de las fiestas más importantes del Cristianismo que celebra el nacimiento de Jesucristo en Belén. La palabra Navidad proviene del latín: “nativitas”, “nacimiento”.

Esta fiesta se celebra el 25 de diciembre por la Iglesia Católica, la Iglesia Anglicana, algunas otras Iglesias protestantes y la Iglesia Ortodoxa Rumana; los países angloparlantes usan el término Christmas, que significa “Misa de Cristo”. En algunas lenguas germánicas, como el alemán, la fiesta se denomina Weihnachten, que significa “noche de bendición”.

Pesebre

También llamado nacimiento, establo o portal, representa el nacimiento de Jesús en Belén. La primera celebración navideña en la que se montó un pesebre para la conmemoración del nacimiento de Jesús fue en la Nochebuena de 1223, realizado por San Francisco de Asís en una cueva próxima a la ermita de Greccio (Italia).

Árbol de Navidad

Es tradición que el 8 de diciembre se arme el Árbol de Navidad, normalmente un pino o un abeto, tradición cristiana que reconoce raíces paganas, especialmente de los celtas, que al comenzar el solsticio de invierno adornaban un roble -su árbol sagrado- para asegurarse el regreso del Sol.

Hoy en día armar el Árbol de Navidad es uno de los actos más significativos de esta fecha. La familia se reúne y participa en su decoración.

  • En la copa del árbol se coloca una estrella, que representa la que siguieron los tres Reyes Magos y que los guió hasta Belén.
  • Esferas de colores (antiguamente eran manzanas y frutos) como forma de atraer la abundancia para el año que comienza.
  • Luces, en reemplazo de las velas que simbolizaban purificación y la idea de que Cristo es la luz que guía al mundo.
  • Tiras de colores y campanitas, que son muestra de la alegría de estas fechas.

Al pie de él se acostumbra a colocar los regalos, que son abiertos el 25 de diciembre.

Papa Noel – Santa Claus – San Nicolás

Son algunos nombres con los cuales se conoce universalmente al anciano de barba blanca que junto con su trineo tirado por renos, deja regalos a los niños en Navidad.

Villancicos

Son tradicionales canciones de Navidad. En inglés, los villancicos son denominados “carols”. Uno de las más célebres villancicos es “Noche de Paz” (originalmente “Stille nacht, heilige nacht“).

Para conocer los mejores árboles de Buenos Aires, recomendamos el artículo de La Nacion: “Los mejores árboles de Navidad porteños.”

¡Felices Fiestas!

Paula

Spanish from Ecuador – The Differences with Argentina

Saturday, December 18, 2010 7:48

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The decision for me to come to Argentina was an easy one as I thought I would miss my home country of Ecuador less because Argentines speak my native language (I was living in the United States at the time and had a touch of home sickness).  Since Argentina (and Buenos Aires specifically) has a very European onda, I thought that the only shock that I would have would be a cultural one.  Upon arriving here, however, I immediately realized how different certain parts of the Argentine vocabulary are when compared to Ecuadorian Spanish.

Here are only a few examples of words and how they differ between the two dialects!

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Although I had a little bit of trouble understanding certain things at first (“Che, flaca me regalas un pucho?”) all it took was a little repetition and practice to remember key words and within a month or so, I was talking like a true porteño.  Even if you already speak Spanish at an intermediate or advanced level, taking some Spanish classes upon arrival will really help you get an ear for not only the famous porteño accent, but also the vocabulary.

Lorena

Talk to the Hand – Learn Argentine Spanish without Words

Wednesday, December 15, 2010 16:07

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Visitors to Argentina may take a bit of time to get their head around some of Argentina’s interesting Argentine customs and practices. The single cheek kiss when greeting people (even strangers), the unique taste of mate and it’s many drinking etiquettes, the love of queueing for anything; and everything and often the most challenging of all for foreign visitors; the language. Unique accents combined with various forms of slang (Lunfardo being the slang spoken in Buenos Aires), combined with the ability to talk at speed without pausing for breath, make Argentine Spanish difficult to master on first arrival.

However, just as you have finally got your head around the accent, and you’re beginning to understand people, whether they be your host family, taxi drivers or some of your new Argentine friends, you realise that there’s a whole other form of communication to master.

The prolific use of hand gestures in Argentina is said to stem from the population’s strong Italian roots, but some are quite unique to Argentina,  so I’ve compiled a quick guide to help you fathom some the most common ones (with Expanish staff members demonstrating):

1)      Hand swipe under chin

Has the potential to be interpreted as a a rude gesture but actually means ‘i dont know’

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2)      Lower eye-lid pulled down with index finger

This one is a warning along the lines of ‘Look out’

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3)      Right hand forming the ‘OK’ sign and making a quick downward motion in front of the chest means ‘Just like that’

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4)      When in a restaurant,  making a pinching gesture with a raised hand means you want to order a café cortado (Espresso with bit of steamed milk)

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5)      Forward (and repeated) pinching motion with both hands means ‘What’s wrong with you’

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This is just a glimpse into the world of Argentine hand gestures, but by doing a Spanish or volunteer program in Buenos Aires you can personally experience them all for yourself.

Becky

Catamarca, una provincia por descubrir

Monday, December 13, 2010 14:45

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catamarco Catamarca, una provincia por descubrir

Catamarca es quizás una de las provincias más bellas y menos exploradas de la República Argentina. Al pensar en los destinos más populares para visitar de la Argentina probablemente Catamarca no esté en el radar de los viajeros, y menos si el plan de viaje se ajusta a unas 2 o 3 semanas. Destinos como Iguazú, El Calafate, Ushuaia, Bariloche y Salta son un “must”, pero para aquellos que prefieren empezar con lo menos turístico y poco convencional Catamarca debería estar definitivamente entre los primeros de esta categoría: destinos  poco explorados (por lo tanto con pocos turistas) y con  alta capacidad de asombrar.

La provincia está ubicada en el noroeste del país, limitando con Salta, Tucumán, Santiago del Estero, La Rioja y Chile siguiendo el sentido de las agujas del reloj. Más de la mitad de sus 340.000 habitantes viven en su capital, San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca.  La ciudad, con características urbanísticas y arquitectónicas comunes al resto de las ciudades de estilo español del norte Argentino,  fue una de las primeras en ser fundadas en el país. Desde su fundación hasta el auge del Virreinato del Rio de la Plata ha sido estratégica por estar ubicada en el corredor comercial entre Buenos Aires y el alto Perú. En la época del imperio Incaico (cuando Cuzco (Perú) tenía la función de ser la capital del imperio) los pueblos  originarios de la región del norte Argentino tuvieron un gran desarrollo tecnológico y cultural, evidencias de estas culturas se encuentran en toda la provincia en diferentes yacimientos arqueológicos siendo las ruinas de Quilmes en los Valles Calchaquíes las más impresionantes para ser visitadas.

Para aquellos que les entusiasme la idea de conocer esta provincia y estén aprendiendo español en Argentina, la experiencia tendrá un valor adicional. El escaso número de turísticas que visitan la provincia provienen generalmente del resto del país y la proporción de Catamarqueños que maneja otros idiomas además del español es baja comparada a  grandes ciudades. Estos dos puntos sumado a que las ciudades son pequeñas, generan un clima perfecto para aquellos que quieren interactuar con gente local. Los Catamarqueños son muy amables y sociables, dispuestos a integrar visitantes a su día a día haciendo sentir al visitante muy bienvenido.

A la hora de planear un viaje por la provincia no podría faltar sumarse a los siguientes recorridos:

1.       San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca y alrededores: ciudad colonial que merece la pena ser caminada y vivida como un Catamarqueño mas. Cerca de la ciudad hay interesantes pueblos en las montañas con mucho encanto: El Rodeo, Las Juntas, Los Angeles, Cuesta del Portezuelo y El Bolsón, entre otros. Cada uno es un paseo de medio dia.

2.       Antofagasta de la Sierra: probablemente la joya de la provincia. Antofagasta es el departamento que limita con Chile, se encuentra alejado de todo y es comparada con la Luna por sus paisajes, incluso se realizan experimentos espaciales por esta gran similitud. Animales silvestres, volcanes, lagunas de altura, yacimientos arqueológicos impactantes y  escasos pobladores hacen que Antofagasta sea un lugar incomparable y único a nivel mundial, digno de ser visitado.

3.       Ruta del Vino: cuando pensamos en vinos Mendoza, San Juan y Salta son los abanderados. A pesar que los vinos Catamarqueños no son tan conocidos hay muy buenas uvas y bodegas. Existe un recorrido llamado la Ruta del Vino donde se pueden visitar bodegas y viñedos, las espectaculares montañas enmarcan este recorrido y que mejor acompañado de una buena copa de vino.

Si lo que se busca es visitar un lugar diferente en busca de experiencias de viaje conectadas con la naturaleza y la cultura local a través de la interacción con locales, Catamarca es sin dudas un destino para ser visitado varias veces, es cuestión de empezar!.

PD: Para más información pueden visitar el sitio oficial de turismo de la provincia (http://www.turismocatamarca.gov.ar/) o pueden contactarse con el staff de Expanish acá para recomendaciones.

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Buenos Aires – What is it that makes people want to stay?

Friday, December 10, 2010 13:02

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My story is not a unique one, in fact, since being in Buenos Aires (it’s been two months now) I have met many a BA expat with a similar tale. On a career break from my job in London, I decided to broaden my horizons and travel around South America for 6 months, starting in Colombia and finishing up in Buenos Aires. The plan was to return home to London in time for Christmas. Everything was going to plan until I arrived in Buenos Aires.

After a few days of exploring the city, treading the well known tourist trail, I began to realise that Buenos Aires was going to be more than just a week stop off for me.

The first thing that really struck me was the city’s similarities to some of the European cities I know so well, Madrid, Paris and London to name a few. Mix in with that  3 million plus passionate and very welcoming Porteños, combined with a  bit of latino spirit, an edginess that you don’t see in Europe, and last but by no means least, some of the best food and wine i’ve tasted. Anywhere.

So I set about making a list. Reasons to stay in BA vs reasons to return to London. I won’t bore you with the latter but needless to say it included friends and family, job etc. Here’s a snapshot of what the other side said.

Food

Restaurants, food markets, steak, pizza,  empanadas. BA delivers on all fronts, some of my best food experiences have been asados (Hurlingham polo was a favourite). Restaurants that shouldn’t be missed include Dada’s (Microcentre), Desnivel and Parilla del Plata (San Telmo). Pizza from Snr Telmo is also great. Nice and crispy.

Ice Cream

Ok so this should probably be included under food but since being in BA I have developed such an unhealthy addiction to Freddo’s that it has to have it’s own category!

San Telmo

I love my new neighborhood, full of beautiful (crumbling) old buildings, cobbled streets, antiques markets and Freddo’s (see above)

Bootcamp

I’ve really enjoyed doing regular Bootcamp sessions in Puerto Madero. A great way to get outside, excercise and meet people

Spanish

I am determined to master my Spanish and BA is the perfect place to do it. Although the accent is a Little tough at first, Poteños willingness to correct you is a blessing in disguise

Horses

I love riding back home and horses tend to feature quite high on lists of things to do in Argentina, lapping up the sunshine while watching the Polo at Hurlingham,  going to the races or visiting the Gaucho festival in San Antonio de Areco.

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So, needless to say, my ‘reasons to stay’ list grew (and continues to grow) and after a week in Buenos Aires my mind was made up and I decided that a life here was a far more attractive prospect than returning to London in the midst of one of the coldest winters on record.

Becky

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