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At Buenos Aires Pride 2023: “Don’t vote for the far right”

Argentia’s presidential candidate Javier Milei — ultra-liberal and far-right — of “Freedom Advances” surprised everyone by winning the primaries with nearly 30 percent of support. And he could become the next president of Brazil, bringing with him anti-government, ...

The 10 Must-Visit Spots in Buenos Aires

If you’re a connoisseur of the arts, Teatro Colón is a must-visit. Ranked as one of the top opera houses globally, its architectural grandeur and acoustic perfection are awe-inspiring. Opened in 1908, the theater has hosted some of the most significant figures in opera and ballet. ...

There I Was, Black in Buenos Aires

For most people, an international journey involves stepping out of your cultural comfort zone. But for the Black traveler does international travel require a bigger leap? When Black travelers cross borders and barriers, some may wonder to what extent racism resides across the lines. When I decide...

Buenos Aires Uncovered: 5 Must-Visit Places That Will Keep You Coming Back

Buenos Aires is a great multicultural metropolis located in Argentina, where you will find many things to do and many places to visit. It is the city that never sleeps, always offering a wide range of flavors and colors. To begin with, of course, I recommend that you visit the typical and traditiona...

The Insider’s Guide to Buenos Aires

Agustina ­Argañaraz Occupation: Economist turned Tigre river guide and ecological developer Expertise and Interests: Tigre Delta, art, and architecture Nicolás De Brea Dulcich Occupation: Education and outreach director at the Museo Histórico Naciona...

Cigars in Buenos Aires

I recently moved to Buenos Aires, Argentina. A gigantic city (13 million people) in comparison to my humble roots in Kansas City. One of the things I looked forward to was having legal access to cuban cigars at my disposal. Every American’s fantasy, I know. There are a couple problems however ...

What’s going on in Buenos Aires?

You hear all about Buenos Aires before you arrive. I don’t know if it was just me but nearly every person that I spoke to about my upcoming trip responded with something along the lines of: ‘wow, incredible, Buenos Aires is such a happening place, you’re so lucky!’ Indeed I a...

Buenos Aires — Gay Enough For Me

As ethical travellers, we go where we are welcome, and to deserving places that we can contribute to by our spending. Some might say that this is somehow discriminatory and that as Pope Francis said above, one should not judge the values of others. But Pope Francis was talking about priests who h...

Top Plazas in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is a city full of life and culture, and its plazas are no exception. These open public spaces serve as gathering places for locals and tourists alike, providing a place to relax, socialize, and take in the beauty of the city. Here are some of the top plazas to visit in Buenos Aires. ...

Besotted with Buenos Aires

“It has all the elegance of the old world, in its buildings and streets, and in its people all the vulgarity and frank good health of the new world. All the news — stands and bookshops — what a literate place, one thinks; what wealth, what good looks.” — Paul Theroux...

Buenos Aires: The Vibrant Heart of Argentina

If you’re looking for a city that has it all, Buenos Aires should definitely be on your list. Known for its rich cultural heritage, sizzling nightlife, and stunning architecture, this city is a feast for the senses. Buenos Aires is the capital of Argentina and is located on the eastern ...

Big Cities in the National Arena: a Dialogue with Mayor of Buenos Aires

The Autonomous City of Buenos Aires is the third-largest metropolitan area in Latin America, with three million people living in the municipality and another thirteen million in the extended metropolitan region. Despite decades-long national economic stagnation, Buenos Aires has made remarkable rece...

The Delicious Eating Spots that Filled my Belly and Heart in the City of Buenos Aires

As a cosmopolitan city, Buenos Aires has a wide range of culinary offerings — most (if not all) delicious. During my nine months in the city, I noted my favorite eating spots, and I’m sharing them in this story with you. If you visit Argentina, I’d say you cannot leave the co...

Towards Mobility without Gender Barriers in Buenos Aires

Gender inequalities in the home and at work have become increasingly visible, documented, and addressed with policies and transformations attempting to achieve equity, both in public and private spaces. However, inequities in the transportation sector and the way people move around cities have on...

Our Dear Buenos Aires: When She Cheated on Us

In our second time in Buenos Aires, Claudia and I had a very different experience than we had had in our first trip. At this time we decided to rent an apartment for two months. Therefore, Claudia was in search of an estate agency to rent a flat for us. She found an Argentinian enterprise called &ld...

Our Dear Buenos Aires: The Time When She Seduced Us

My sweetheart Claudia and I fell in love with Buenos Aires. We went there many times and we could spend months living in this wonderful city. Our first trip happened in the end of 2008. We only spent 10 days at very a nice hotel in Recoleta neighbourhood, which was recommended by a friend of mine, w...

Dump the Luggage in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is a great city to explore on foot, but if you’re like most travelers and you’re lugging around a ton of luggage, you’ll want to dump it as soon as possible. Here are some tips on where to leave your stuff in Buenos Aires so you can enjoy the city without being weighed...

Buenos Aires: La ciudad verde

There’s no denying Buenos Aires is beautiful. At every crossroads, in every direction, there is something magnificent to behold. The architecture, the food, the people… it’s a cosmopolitan metropolis that stands in perfect, glorious contrast to the fear-mongering news outlets that...

¡Bienvenidos a Buenos Aires!

¡Hola, mis amigos! It’s Natalie here, and it has officially been one week since we stepped off the plane and onto South American soil. It feels like it has been a year — each moment has been packed full. As I anticipated, it has been a rollercoaster, full of both highs and lows. ...

Argentina. Buenos Aires, passion-fused tangos and painted streets.

At its centre is the Plaza de Mayo, lined with stately 19th-century buildings including Casa Rosada, the iconic, balconied presidential palace. Other major attractions include Teatro Colón, a grand 1908 opera house with nearly 2,500 seats, and the modern MALBA museum, displaying Latin America...

Hosting in Buenos Aires: how should you set your price?

Airbnb is an online platform that connects people who want to rent out their homes with people who are looking for accommodations in that locale. Setting the right price can be challenging for new hosts, and it’s essential to find the sweet spot between occupancy and price, to maximize revenu...

California and Buenos Aires: The most eventful big city destinations

When you talk about big cities out of the ordinary, it is often the northern hemisphere that comes into play. Cities like Paris, New York, Tokyo and Shanghai often run away with the titles as the best big cities to experience. But the southern hemisphere has plenty to o...

Last Tango in Buenos Aires

When I was the sweet young age of 31, I spent some wonderful months living in Argentina, teaching English & learning Spanish in the beating heart of Buenos Aires. I lived in a shared house which belonged to a devastatingly attractive & nonchalant young Argentine man called Gustavo, who ha...

How is the life in Buenos Aires with Covid 19?

Is difficult to give a conclusion now a days. We are all desesperated of loosing jobs, prevent getting sick, and concentrate in our economy and family. Seems to be that there are countries that obey the rules of the WHO, others not. Seems to be that there are countries wich people obey the rules ...

COVID-19 City Tales: Buenos Aires. “I started my new job the same day isolation took off. Two hours in and I was sent home with a feeling that everything was surrealistic and an overreaction. This idea changed over time.”

A conversation with… Victoria, 32, Architect and Urban Economist, Ramos Mejías. Self-isolated for 43 days Firstly, can you let me know if you are self-isolated or quarantined? We have been in quarantine since March 20th. It has been 43 days now. Isn’t the quarantine sup...

Buenos Aires me mata

We arrived twice in Buenos Aires, first from Puerto Iguazú, we landed in the afternoon on Aeroparque Internacional, and after a short walk in Puerto Madero and a nice lunch there at Il Gatto, we took a ferry () and left for Colonia del Sacramento. Meaning th...

From NYC to Buenos Aires: Working Together Across Borders to Achieve Gender Equality

Across the globe, nations strive to combat inequality in numerous ways and to varying degrees. Most often, however, those of us who reside in urban centers recognize that cities have a leadership role to play in this fight for equity — as 55% of the world’s population resides in urban ce...

Women Who Code Launches Network in Buenos Aires

Nonprofit Dedicated to Inspiring Female Engineers Opens Location in Argentina to Provide Local Community With Training, Support, and Events BUENOS AIRES — JUNE 13TH, 2019 — Women Who Code (WWCode), the world’s largest and most active community of women in tech, is...

Buenos Aires: Travels through Food

A confession: I might have taken the Subte (think the metro of Buenos Aires) for 30 minutes just to get a bagel with lox. On the way, I asked myself, why bother? This isn’t a famous steak, a legendary empanada or a once-in-a-lifetime parilla. On the contrary, this was something I cou...

Reflections on Developing AV Policy for Buenos Aires

I have been working as a Research Assistant on the Autonomous Vehicles Policy Initiative at HKS since January. But that work took on a whole new meaning over the last few weeks, when I and a team of my peers were given a real-world task. As part of the MPP program’s “Spring Policy Exerci...

8 Things to Do in Buenos Aires during the Summer

Buenos Aires comes alive in the summertime. Everybody comes out to play and there are fun social events, festivals and things to do every day and night of the week. Here are eight of our favorite things to do in Buenos Aires during the summer. 1. Embark on a quest to find the best ice cream in th...

Marathon of Buenos Aires

Dream big. Every Monday morning I used to run alone 30 kilometres or more. For one week, my full training was between 50 and 65 kilometres running. I felt enthusiastic because my first complete marathon would be in Buenos Aires, Argentina. So, I was decided to enjoy running with athletes from severa...

The Epitome of Opulence: A Guide to Luxury Shopping in Buenos Aires

Welcome to Buenos Aires, where luxury and opulence converge to create an unforgettable shopping experience. Nestled in the heart of Argentina, this vibrant city offers a plethora of high-end boutiques, designer labels, and exclusive shopping destinations that cater to the most discerning shoppers. P...

Why in Spanish do they say “Buenos días” instead of “Buen día”?

This is a translation of the original article in Spanish. I got palta… Why do we greet with “good morning (buenos días)” when we can say “good day (buen día)”? It is obvious that when we greet we are referring to the present. With this ...