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    Economy Dollarization of Argentina 101 - Can we agree on what it means and how it would be accomplished?

    I don't know anything about economy and exchange rates. Maybe this is a stupid question but I'm just wondering, like, why can Colombia manage with a 4000 peso to $1 US Dollar exchange rate and Paraguay with a 7300 Guarani to $1 US Dollar, but Argentina struggles with a 1000 peso to $1 US...
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    How well does the city bicycles all over Buenos Aires with Ecobici work? Availability, issues?

    When I was in Buenos Aires last month I saw a lot of bicycles around the city with Ecobici - https://baecobici.com.ar/#/es/inicio I didn't try to use it but I use the one in Mexico City all the time and it works really well. https://ecobici.cdmx.gob.mx/en/ How available are the bikes? Can...
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    Medical Can I easily get sleeping pills and Viagra prescription in Buenos Aires? Asking for a friend of course

    Thank you all! Yes, he said he has his prescription bottle for his Viagra. He never tried Cialis and he asked how that different? He say he take Ambien. He said in Rio he ask for Ambien but they say they can only give him Clonazepam (or Klonopin). He got some but he said it doesn't work...
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    Medical Can I easily get sleeping pills and Viagra prescription in Buenos Aires? Asking for a friend of course

    I just left Buenos Aires but my friend is there now. He doesn't speak Spanish. He takes medications and he brought some but he will run out. He extended his trip and didn't expect to go to Rio de Janeiro but he made a side trip there and after that trip he has ran out of Viagra pills and he...
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    Travel Help! Is there a bag storage at AEP or EZE airport? Can I store luggage anywhere for a fee in Buenos Aires?

    My best friend is in Buenos Aires now. Oh, dear heavens! Aerolineas Argentina just cancelled their flight and now it's leaving 12 hours later. They need to leave their Airbnb at 8 AM instead. That was the condition that they agreed to when they booked it and they agreed as their flight was...
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    Love Advice - Fell in love with an escort in Buenos Aires - Is it real love?

    Thank you for sharing! I love it. I laughed so much.
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    Newcomer What are some good movies to watch on Netflix to learn Spanish and watch some of the local culture that feature Buenos Aires?

    I am watching this show now. It very good! I laugh so much. Is this how doormen in buildings are in Buenos Aires? It's like in real life? I was very curious how it is. I'm on episode 3. I like it a lot. Very good acting by the doorman. I look online and I see this building near Chinatown...
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    Medical Healthcare medical monthly premiums are going to get increased!

    I watch this. Thanks much for the recommendation. Wow, I not know vaccines are so bad for you. I didn't get Covid shot and now I never get any shot!
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    Food & Drink Are there any good quality seafood restaurants in Buenos Aires? Most are poor quality and blah

    I was traveling in Argentina many weeks and I noticed not very good seafood. I also visited Chile and the seafood was much much better there. Also in Lima where I went the seafood was excellent there. But in Argentina not very good.
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    Feliz Nochevieja to all

    A very happy New Year for all of Argentina and members on this forum.
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    Love Advice - Fell in love with an escort in Buenos Aires - Is it real love?

    My deepest condolences for your loss. Take things slow. I never judge anyone as you don't know someone's experiences or led them to do what they do. I met many wonderful people while in Argentina. I heard some sad stories with the economy. I think it very good that she is working and has a...
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    Medical Dental implant in CABA

    Crazy to hear any dental office in the world having to hold your own suction for a cleaning! I would think the opposite if it's a poorer country that labor would be very cheap but what do I know. Even in India we never have to do this. Crazy.
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    Food & Drink Any great Bagels in Buenos Aires? Your tip for USA style bagels?

    I couldn't find any decent bagels while I was in Buenos Aires. The last day I went for pizza but then my Jewish friend told me about a good place but I didn't have time. She said they have good bagels there at Togni's Cafe Website https://www.togniscafe.com/ IG...
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    Food & Drink Pizza Restaurants in Buenos Aires - What are some of your favorite pizza places in Buenos Aires, Argentina?

    I went to Ugi's and it was decent. It was very cheap too. The owner of that location told me they have more locations but I hit it on my last day. I think they have delivery too. https://maps.app.goo.gl/gWw4Qzzs1myUKTsXA
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    How much should I be tipping at restaurants? What is the tipping etiquette in Buenos Aires or Argentina?

    I arrived a few weeks ago and I really love this country. I didn't know what to expect and was so worried about exchanging money. I thought it was all cash culture but was surprised and happy that I can use my credit card at almost all restaurants and cafes. Only very small places I can't pay...
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    Newcomer Foreign Credit Card purchases at MEP rate?

    Yes it exactly what I get. I look on my statement. I also use American Express a lot in restaurants. Many have no Amex sign on door but I ask and they accept it in all the restaurants I go. It much easier than pay for cash.
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    Politics Under Argentina’s New President, Fuel Is Up 60%, and Diaper Prices Have Doubled - New York Times

    I was surprised for such bad economy the restaurants all full all the time. People out in streets and stores full. I thought the situation would be bad but everything very safe and good.
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    Food & Drink Best Empanadas in Buenos Aires - List of Restaurants with the Best!

    I ate many empanadas here and I like all of them. I like San Juanino in Recoleta. Very affordable and I tried 7 different there and all very good.
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    Food & Drink Pizza Restaurants in Buenos Aires - What are some of your favorite pizza places in Buenos Aires, Argentina?

    I tried Guerrin and just didn't like it. I tried another place that I can't remember name but I don't think there is much flavor to pizza in BA. Maybe I try some of these but I didn't like the 2 places I tried.
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