Tag Archives: Argentina

10 Ways to Keep Warm in the Argentine Winter

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Emily

It’s weeks like this that the residents of Buenos Aires are reminded of our proximity to Antarctica as polar winds bring the temps down to near freezing. However, there is no need to bunker down at home just counting the … Continue reading →

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Plane Ticket Roulette

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Emily

We all know the stress that can  go into buying a plane ticket; the constant fare watching, trying to predict price fluctuations, deciding when to pull the trigger and buy, and then helplessly watching the prices drop just after we … Continue reading →

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Win a 4-Week Program in Buenos Aires

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Emily

We are pleased to announce an AMAZING Facebook contest! If you have been considering taking a trip to Buenos Aires there is no better time to do so than now. If you participate in our Facebook contest you have the … Continue reading →

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Argentine Tricks to Dealing with the Common Cold

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Emily

Well the change of seasons is upon us and with that change comes the inevitable sniffly nose, headaches, fatigue and scratchy throat that we all know so well as the common cold. Feeling sick and being far from home can … Continue reading →

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BAFICI

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Emily

You may have heard the buzz “BAFICI is here” and you  might be thinking what the heck is BAFICI. Well it’s time to get inside the loop- BAFICI stands for the Buenos Aires Festival de Cine Internacional (The International Buenos … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day in Buenos Aires

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Emily

Everybody has a little Irish in them on St. Patrick’s Day and in Buenos Aires it’s actually true in many people’s cases! In fact, around the turn of the century 50,000 immigrants came to Argentina from Ireland. Here’s an article … Continue reading →

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A Recipe for Love in Argentina

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Emily

Happy Valentines Day Argentina!! In a country that’s already full of passion, a day to celebrate it seems a little redundant to many, but it’s still a great excuse to spark a little romance. The holiday is still relatively new … Continue reading →

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February R2A Activities

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Emily

The month of February is off and running and we have a great line-up of activities for your month ahead! Please email a R2A coordinator to RSVP or for any questions! Saturday, February 5th Excursion to Tigre Where We’ll Meet: … Continue reading →

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Visa Battles

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Emily

If anyone has tried to work their way though the very murky waters of obtaining and/or renewing an Argentine work visa, you know it is horrific process. Luckily for you, one of our recent staff members just battled his way … Continue reading →

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The Cooler Taste of Summer: Tereré

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Emily

Pulsing eternally through the veins of Argentines is the hot, herbal mate drink. More than a drink, a ritual, mate sustains Argentines through all hours of the day, every day of the week. But as the thermometers rise and temperatures … Continue reading →

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