Buenos Aires (EZE) - the ultimate Q&A thread
Jun 25, 2009, 4:33 pm
#2506
Join Date: May 2009
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On my first day in Buenos Aires, I was "sprayed" by someone in one of those incidents in which the goal is apparently either to distract and engage in theft, or possibly to earn a gratuity by assisting in cleanup. This occurred in the park area overlooking the English Statue not too far from Retiro station. (this apparently happens all over the place, not just in Argentina, but this is the first time it's ever happened to me).
When a couple pointed out the sprayed material on my cloth bag (containing camera and maps) and clothes, I nonchalantly said "oh, that's OK" and walked off quickly with big, bold strides....much to their apparent dismay.
When a couple pointed out the sprayed material on my cloth bag (containing camera and maps) and clothes, I nonchalantly said "oh, that's OK" and walked off quickly with big, bold strides....much to their apparent dismay.
At first I didn't think they got me with anything, but looking afterwards when I got to my destination, I saw that they had tagged me with some kind of lotion that got on my bag and my pants. arg... so frustrating.
It was on Av. Florida at 7:30am Friday morning.
I have to give a big thanks to the FT community for helping me to be aware of this beforehand ^
Jun 26, 2009, 3:29 pm
#2507
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I am sooooo glad I read this before coming to Buenos Aires. Happened to me a couple days ago where some lady came up to be wanting to clean something off me. Since I knew about it before hand, I quickly said 'No' and kept walking (a little faster of course). Then some guy tried to get my attention by calling out at me in broken English. I ignored him and went on my way.
At first I didn't think they got me with anything, but looking afterwards when I got to my destination, I saw that they had tagged me with some kind of lotion that got on my bag and my pants. arg... so frustrating.
It was on Av. Florida at 7:30am Friday morning.
I have to give a big thanks to the FT community for helping me to be aware of this beforehand ^
Glad you escaped the ambush...
Originally Posted by justmeagain
On my first day in Buenos Aires, I was "sprayed" by someone in one of those incidents in which the goal is apparently either to distract and engage in theft, or possibly to earn a gratuity by assisting in cleanup. This occurred in the park area overlooking the English Statue not too far from Retiro station. (this apparently happens all over the place, not just in Argentina, but this is the first time it's ever happened to me).
When a couple pointed out the sprayed material on my cloth bag (containing camera and maps) and clothes, I nonchalantly said "oh, that's OK" and walked off quickly with big, bold strides....much to their apparent dismay.
When a couple pointed out the sprayed material on my cloth bag (containing camera and maps) and clothes, I nonchalantly said "oh, that's OK" and walked off quickly with big, bold strides....much to their apparent dismay.
At first I didn't think they got me with anything, but looking afterwards when I got to my destination, I saw that they had tagged me with some kind of lotion that got on my bag and my pants. arg... so frustrating.
It was on Av. Florida at 7:30am Friday morning.
I have to give a big thanks to the FT community for helping me to be aware of this beforehand ^
Jun 26, 2009, 4:35 pm
#2508
Join Date: May 2003
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We were lucky we could clean it off with just soap and water.
Jun 26, 2009, 7:43 pm
#2509
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Gaucho, please constantly bump this topic on this thread. Didn't tell you but Hans and I had the lotion spray experience day before we left about a block up Arroyo (right by the church) from the Sofitel. We just turned around, told them to get away from us and that we were going back to our hotel to report this. The perpetrators took off....
We were lucky we could clean it off with just soap and water.
We were lucky we could clean it off with just soap and water.
Jul 21, 2009, 6:12 pm
#2510
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 9
Travel from EZE to AEP airport
Anyone know how much time I've got to give myself to get through customs, and grab a taxi from EZE to AEP airport? I am flying in at 11 a.m. or so and trying to get to Mendoza. Does anyone have a better option than switching airports. thank you.
Jul 21, 2009, 7:10 pm
#2511
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I would say at least 3 hours to play it safe. To fly to MDZ there is no alternative to AEP Im afraid.
Originally Posted by travler88
Anyone know how much time I've got to give myself to get through customs, and grab a taxi from EZE to AEP airport? I am flying in at 11 a.m. or so and trying to get to Mendoza. Does anyone have a better option than switching airports. thank you.
Jul 22, 2009, 2:29 pm
#2512
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: White Plains, NY, US
Programs: AA, UAL, *wood Gold, Marriott
Posts: 46
Glu Hotel
Hi Guys,
I mainly just read on the site, but I have a question. I'm trying to figure out if the Glu Hotel is in the middle of things in the Palermo SOHO barrio. Anyone?
Also I know this is the wrong forum, but since most ppl from BA go to Punta del Este, I figure this might be a good spot for a question. Idea of food costs - are we talking 20, 30, 40 dollars for a great meal?
Thanks.
I mainly just read on the site, but I have a question. I'm trying to figure out if the Glu Hotel is in the middle of things in the Palermo SOHO barrio. Anyone?
Also I know this is the wrong forum, but since most ppl from BA go to Punta del Este, I figure this might be a good spot for a question. Idea of food costs - are we talking 20, 30, 40 dollars for a great meal?
Thanks.
Jul 22, 2009, 3:00 pm
#2513
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Jul 22, 2009, 3:01 pm
#2514
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Location is reasonable... its seems like a brand new opening. Have you checked over on Trip Advisor...??
Jul 23, 2009, 8:06 pm
#2515
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: White Plains, NY, US
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Trip has them rated very high and says the neighborhood is great, but every top hotel they say is in a great neighborhood. With that said I'm a New Yorker, I wouldn't say 78th and 5th is in the thick of things, but 78th and 3rd is.
For Soho, what are some solid blocks? Excited to go and I truly admire you for going out of your way to help ppl enjoy BA. Thanks.
For Soho, what are some solid blocks? Excited to go and I truly admire you for going out of your way to help ppl enjoy BA. Thanks.
Jul 24, 2009, 4:21 am
#2516
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Remember that 2 Avenues distance in NY is like 5-6 blocks in Buenos Aires.... so even if the hotels block is not 'wow' - you will be well within range of the action.
Remember that 2 Avenues distance in NY is like 5-6 blocks in Buenos Aires.... so even if the hotels block is not 'wow' - you will be well within range of the action.
Jul 27, 2009, 9:24 am
#2517
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Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Marietta, Georgia, United States
Posts: 25,000
Correction...
...there is no moderator dedicated to the Argentina forum, which is actually currently under the purview of the Senior Moderators.
The Senior Moderators are here if you need us or our services.
Now, let us all please return to the topic, as this thread is the ultimate question and answer thread for anything related to Buenos Aires.
Thank you.
Regards,
Canarsie
Senior Moderator
...there is no moderator dedicated to the Argentina forum, which is actually currently under the purview of the Senior Moderators.
The Senior Moderators are here if you need us or our services.
Now, let us all please return to the topic, as this thread is the ultimate question and answer thread for anything related to Buenos Aires.
Thank you.
Regards,
Canarsie
Senior Moderator
Jul 27, 2009, 11:18 am
#2518
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Please Remain On-Topic!
Well, I did my share of shortening this lengthy thread by removing 13 mileposts from it.
The purpose of this thread is simple: it is an ongoing ultimate general thread of questions and answers pertaining to Buenos Aires.
If there is a specific topic you would like discussed, please launch a new thread.
Now we can return to the main purpose and topic of this thread: asking questions and answers regarding Buenos Aires.
I try to be as fair and understanding as possible, but any FlyerTalk member who chooses to ignore this message and continue to post off-topic content is subject to possible disciplinary action.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Regards,
Canarsie
Senior Moderator
The purpose of this thread is simple: it is an ongoing ultimate general thread of questions and answers pertaining to Buenos Aires.
If there is a specific topic you would like discussed, please launch a new thread.
Now we can return to the main purpose and topic of this thread: asking questions and answers regarding Buenos Aires.
I try to be as fair and understanding as possible, but any FlyerTalk member who chooses to ignore this message and continue to post off-topic content is subject to possible disciplinary action.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Regards,
Canarsie
Senior Moderator
Jul 27, 2009, 11:47 am
#2519
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 1
Buenos Aires
We stayed at Rooneysboutique hotel first and then rented a fully furnished apartment from www.myspaceba.com Buenos Aires is definatly the best city i have ever visited.