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Old Jan 16, 2012 | 3:38 pm
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Gamsteroonerino
 
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Glasgow
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Originally Posted by Nikon Shooter
I would hit the local ATM if you are making a big purchase since the exchange rate is not optimal.

Agreed. Was there last week
USD - U.Peso = 19.45
USD - A.Peso = 4.3
(both market rates but i use a Santander Zero Card).
I.e. 4.5U.Peso to the Argentinian.
In cash we were offered usually 2-3 Uruguayan pesos to the Argentinian.
Not many places take CC.

Enjoy!
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