Newcomer Tips for International Students to Integrate into Local Life in Buenos Aires

[Raimond M]

My daughter has just arrived in Buenos Aires to spend a semester abroad with a university from the USA. She has quite a bit of travel experience and is fairly self-sufficient, so she will surely explore the local attractions. However, I was wondering if there is anything in particular you would recommend for her to go beyond tourism and start integrating more into local life and getting to know people here. She will be taking more Spanish classes and could really benefit from practicing the language; are there any language exchange groups or something similar? Although the school will organize activities, there is always the risk of staying in a bubble of American students. Any recommendation or idea you can share would be greatly appreciated!

 

[gammer]

In Buenos Aires, there are really fun and friendly language exchange events almost every night of the week 🙂 Just search for "Mundo Lingo" on Google to find the specific times and locations.

 

[Melibaires]

Here's a thread with Duolingo info on days, times, and locations, hope it helps!

Do you know what MUNDO LINGO is?

MUNDO LINGO Mundo Lingo is a series of social language exchange events that happen simultaneously in several metropolises in different countries. Mundo Lingo is considered as the largest organization of intercultural social events in the world. They take place at night (usually from 8 pm to...

www.expatsba.com

Buenos Aires offers a lot of activities, many of which are free. Just check out this website for more details:

Qué hacer esta semana en Buenos Aires

¿Estás pensando en viajar a Buenos Aires? La Ciudad te espera con muchas propuestas culturales, gastronómicas y artísticas. Como siempre, la semana en un clic.

turismo.buenosaires.gob.ar

 

[Lucia]

I had a lot of success in BA using the Meetup app to find fun events and meet-up spots.

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Consigue ya la aplicación de Meetup de forma gratuita para Apple y Android. Conoce a personas nuevas y encuentra cosas que te gusta hacer. Organiza un evento presencial o en línea, o únete a uno

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[roland]

To get in tune with the local culture and meet people, I recommend suggesting she take tango lessons. She won’t regret it!

 

[Piranha]

To get in tune with the local culture and meet people, I recommend suggesting she take tango lessons. She won’t regret it!

Tango is very very difficult!

 

[noname]

Roland is right; it's a great way to socialize and stay connected with the culture of Buenos Aires. I took classes at this place a while ago, and honestly, I really liked it, the atmosphere, the teacher, and the people were all very friendly.

Tango 101 – Lic Ana Laura Svartz

licanalaurasvartz.com

 

[Olivia1]

Duolingo is the best option for her. She'll meet people from different countries and also many locals. The atmosphere is great, and the vibe is really friendly. I've made friends there that I still keep in touch with.

 

[Billy Goat]

My niece went to meet ups like this and met many locals. She enjoyed it. I believe they have monthly meetings.

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