Originally Posted by stan1162 (Post 35144909)

We got our cards in Feb 2022, when they were almost everywhere, and then left BA in July. Flash forward to our return in Dec 2022 thru Feb 2023.

While we were in Bariloche, what we noticed when riding the bus, the locals would get on without a card, and ask another local to "borrow" their card, swipe it, hand it back to the lender, and then pay them the 15 cents or whatever it was. Happened on most every bus ride.

Of all things to have a shortage of?

Originally Posted by Gaucho100K (Post 35272992)

Dont know if this is too late for you... but here goes anyway. You mention meet & greet... for this, I would suggest you hire a Private Guide that may just kill 2 birds with 1 stone. I would suggest you contact Gloria Parera, she is an amazing private guide that Ive worked with for over 15 years, she is 100% reliable…

I have farmed out dozens of clients to Gloria over more than a decade and can attest to her superb service & reliability. She is a seasoned professional, speaks perfect English… From show tickets to restaurant suggestions, she can do it all. Gloria is not a budget guide, but her fees are very fair given her experience, contacts and the level of service she provides. You will not be disappointed and your parents will have an amazing companion for their EZE experience.

Cheers,
Alex / Gaucho100K
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Originally Posted by iahphx (Post 35765967)

Has the shortage of SUBE cards in Buenos Aires been resolved? Do I have to scheme to get one, or are they now readily available?

Originally Posted by Snuggs (Post 35766455)

Gaucho, Arriving EZE on 11/28 mid afternoon for a 23:00 departure. Any suggestions for a top notch steakhouse? I know most close at 15:30 and reopen 20:00. I’m concerned about a dinner rez, as don’t wish to cut the arrival back at EZE to close.

Originally Posted by malagajohn (Post 35768522)

I would second Gaucho100K 's suggestion of the Happening. We used to go a lot pre Pandemia . It used to open from 12.00 straight through until 01.00 am - I think this is still the case.

Originally Posted by Gaucho100K (Post 35767715)

SUBE..... do you plan on using a lot of Public Transportation....?

Originally Posted by Gaucho100K (Post 35767718)

While not a traditional steakhouse, I would suggest Happening in Costanera. Not sure they close in the afternoons, but you should be able to get a table at 530-600pm and be back in EZE ontime for your departure.... just have a car standby would be my other suggestion.

Originally Posted by malagajohn (Post 35768532)

You can reserve a table on their web site

Link at the foot of the page

Happening ? Parrilla Argentina

Originally Posted by iahphx (Post 35768731)

Not a lot but, yes, I'm staying in Centro, and I'd like to be able to take the metro. Doing so is usually not a difficult thing to do. But in Argentina today, things that shouldn't be difficult sometimes can be -- unexpectedly. I want to avoid the hassles.

Also, I may want to take a public bus ride in Barloche and, again, I apparently need a SUBE card to do so.

Originally Posted by Gaucho100K (Post 35774357)

I would avoid public transportation in the city, especially as a visitor and considering the cost of Taxis and other alternatives.....

Originally Posted by Gaucho100K (Post 35774357)

I would avoid public transportation in the city, especially as a visitor and considering the cost of Taxis and other alternatives.....

Originally Posted by Eastbay1K (Post 35775535)

At peak traffic times, sitting in a car isn't always the most special of times. Also, one needs to be diligent on seeing if/when/where there are total traffic blocks due to the protest du jour. During those times, the SUBTE can be the best option. The Metrobus del Bajo is going to get me to/from Retiro faster than any private vehicle.