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    Choosing Argentina: A Destination Beyond Economic Challenges

    This is even a great place for the LGBTQ+ community. Many countries are stuck in the past when it comes to this issue.
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    Transitioning from the British Curriculum: What to Expect for Year 7 Students in Argentina?

    Hey! Based on my research and a chat with a headmistress in BsAs, it looks like kids will be placed according to their date of birth rather than the grade they were in before. Apparently, the Argentinian authorities used to be more flexible, but now they don’t make exceptions. Whether they’ll...
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    Politics Congressional employees will receive a 28% salary increase: what will happen to the salaries of deputies and senators - Infobae

    Congressional employees will receive a 28% salary increase: what will happen to the salaries of deputies and senators - Infobae Source...
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    Politics People voted for the President and already knew what Javier Milei was like”: Franco's response to the president's use of social networks - Infobae

    People voted for the President and already knew what Javier Milei was like”: Franco's response to the president's use of social networks - Infobae Source...
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    Economy Profits: the Government clarified that the non-taxable minimum will be $1,350,000 and 800 thousand people would pay again - Infobae

    Profits: the Government clarified that the non-taxable minimum will be $1,350,000 and 800 thousand people would pay again - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/economia/2024/01/22/ganancias-el-gobierno-enviara-manana-al-congreso-el-proyecto-para-que-paguen-los-salarios-desde-23-millones/...
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    Politics In advance of the debate on the Omnibus Law, governors of Together for Change ratified the unity of the coalition - Infobae

    In advance of the debate on the Omnibus Law, governors of Together for Change ratified the unity of the coalition - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/01/09/en-la-previa-del-debate-de-la-ley-omnibus-gobernadores-de-juntos-por-el-cambio-ratificaron-la-unidad-de-la-coalicion/...
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    Food & Drink Punto Limite Palermo, children's favorite bar

    In love with the ambiance and cozy atmosphere of the place, which is quite familiar and welcoming. The decor is amazing; every display shows collectible figurines and life-size statues of movie characters, providing ideal opportunities for lots of photo opportunities. The dishes are very...
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    Newcomer Conversion rate in BA hotels

    Understanding Argentina's economic landscape proves to be a complex task, defying the application of conventional economic principles. Nobel Prize-winning economist Simon Kuznets humorously categorized countries into four types: developed, underdeveloped, Japan, and Argentina—implying that the...
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    Newcomer Conversion rate in BA hotels

    Sorry @Jazmin , I didnt see your post haha No worries at all! If I had seen your response earlier, I wouldn't have posted mine. I always appreciate your fluent English, while I grapple with it. 😄 Regardless, it's reassuring that three residents of Argentina are in agreement on this matter. If...
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    Newcomer Conversion rate in BA hotels

    For several years now, every hotel I've booked (though not many, as I live here) has provided a quote in USD. We, as Argentinians, understand that in the face of rampant inflation, hotels can't predict their rates in Pesos in advance. However, we do end up paying in Pesos, and the same should...
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    Newcomer Conversion rate in BA hotels

    @Russell : I am a citizen and resident of Argentina, and I am absolutely certain that hotels set their rates in US dollars for both locals and foreigners. Contrary to deceiving foreigners, in reality, you pay less than we do. The 21% VAT is waived for tourists, while we have to bear that cost...
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    Newcomer Conversion rate in BA hotels

    The recent government decision raised the official exchange rate from 370/400 Pesos to 800 Pesos for 1 USD. Therefore, it's uncertain whether seeking hotels that adhere to the official conversion rate will result in significant savings moving forward.
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    Newcomer Where to buy quality Makeup in BA?

    Hello, During my stay in Buenos Aires I bought a lot of makeup and very good ones, here are some of the stores I went to: https://www.juleriaque.com.ar/locales https://www.getthelook.com.ar/getthelook/sucursales https://www.perfumeriasrouge.com/ayuda/sucursales I hope I have helped!
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    Trip Reports Buenos Aires/Argentina trip report

    I really appreciate you sharing your travel experience, and I really hope I can enjoy the city as much as you did. I am planning to travel to BA in six months so your trip report helps me a lot. Thanks again!
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    Newcomer BA Markets- which one?

    San Telmo without a doubt! It's 15 blocks of non-stop enjoyment, with genuine antiques on display both in the shops and at the vendors' tents. If you head there around noon on a Sunday, begin your stroll from Plaza de Mayo and proceed straight to the market. You'll have about 4 hours of pure...
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