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  1. lovelyM

    Economy What will the cost of living increases be for August 2024 (Utilities, transportation, rent, etc) ?

    Prepare your wallets: Fuel: 3% increase Taxi fares: 50% increase Water service: 5.16% increase Private Health Insurance (Prepaid): Between 4.9% and 7.8% increase Cell phone service: Between 5% and 6% increase Rent: 247% increase Private schools: Between 5% and 7% increase Electricity and gas...
  2. Palermo

    Be careful with taxi cabs with a rigged meter that runs quicker than usual

    Be careful everyone. It seems like the rigged taxi meters are making their way back into Buenos Aires. I haven't dealt with this problem in a while but I have read about more tourists this is happening to and it just happened to me. I take the same route over and over so I know how much it...
  3. kann

    Newcomer How to flag down a genuine taxi

    Hello, I'm a bit nervous about traveling alone and want to ensure I'm getting into a legitimate cab. Could you advise me on what to look for when hailing or getting into a cab to verify its legitimacy? My parents had a bad experience with a non-legitimate cab, so I want to be cautious.
  4. PittsSM

    Newcomer Taxi questions

    Do taxis take credit cards? From the airport to downtown, are there taxis readily available? Any precautions to take? (such as brand of taxi ) Any chance a driver would understand English?
  5. MaikelJRF

    Taxi from airport EZE?

    What's the current pricing method for transportation from the airport to Recoleta, specifically Sofitel Hotel? Is it based on the meter or a fixed amount? Thanks!
  6. Shoemaker

    Taxi from EZE airport or Uber?

    Should I take a taxi from EZE international airport? Is it via charge meter or fixed amount from airport to Recoleta? (Four Seasons hotel). Or do they have Uber at the airport? How much is approximate charge? Any recommended companies if Uber is not available?
  7. earlyretirement

    Newcomer Getting around in Buenos Aires with Taxis & Ride Share Apps (Uber, DiDi and Cabify)

    Buenos Aires ride share apps work very well. Taxis are also totally safe to take no matter where you hail them from. Just keep in mind that while not common, you can get a taxi meter that is rigged and moves faster. I've taken tens of thousands of taxis in Buenos Aires the past 21+ years and...
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