A remise would probably be your best option, Wingman32. You will see a stand of remises in the airport on the left-hand side immediately after leaving baggage claim.

Most FlyerTalk members recommend Manuel Tienda Leon, but curiously enough, I never used their services while in Buenos Aires, simply because there was a line at their stand.

Instead, I used a different service. I forget their name at the moment, but they are located at the extreme right-hand side of the remise stand. They were reliable, less expensive that Manuel Tienda Leon (at least, according to the Internet web site of Manuel Tienda Leon) and friendly.

If I can remember the name of the remise service in which I patornized, I will post it in this thread.

If the wait times between the different groups is not too long, you may consider speaking to one of the car service companies about a mini-bus, as this may allow you to enjoy savings over the standard car service. Bear in mind that the average car in Buenos Aires is european size, not the large US style cars that can accomodate at least 3 in the back plus a good amount of luggage. If the students are carrying a decent amount of luggage each, getting more than 3 in one car will be a challenge. I know that Manuel Tienda leon does offer mini-buses and may be able to offer you a good group rate. My guess is that the other car companies there should also be able to offer you something similar.

We used apartmentsba.com and ahd a great experience. I'd recommend the service highly. Unfortunately, the apt we rented in Recoleta doesnt seem to be listed anymore. (See my previous post #753 on page 51)

So it appears that it might be raining while we're in BA for a good chunk of time. Similar to a Santiago thread that recently appeared. What does BsAs have to offer in the rain. I know its a very walker friendly city with LOTS of outside things to do--which doesn't help when its raining. Also, would a trip to Colonia be foolish if its raining/showering? (Given Limited time frame of about 3.5 days)

Best,

W

I've been to Colonia when it's raining. It's not the most fun walking around there in the rain (since most everything there involves outdoors or walking) but I enjoyed it nonetheless. And it made for some great pictures still.

BsAs in the rain is still good for eating and museums and nightlife. It won't be as packed, but it'll still be busy and fun.

Thanks everyone for the great info! I'm off tomorrow morning at 900am! Can't wait to get to BsAs! (Then its back to work here in Santiago).

Best!

W

In the interest of full disclosure, this is not the first forum in which I've posted this question, but for some reason, it's pestering me and I wanted to see what the great minds here thought.

I know that about a year ago, there was a thread on going to a futbol match. It was suggested that tourists use some service, like gofootbal, to see a game. I am wondering just how unsafe/scary/difficult/etc. it is for people (well, me and husband) who don't speak much more than basic Spanish, and don't understand soccer, to go to a game, get relatively good seats, and enjoy ourselves?

The trip isn't until November, and I've checked the schedule and there should be a game on the 13th of that month. I know that's far into the future, but perhaps a third option is to attend the game with someone who knows all the ins and outs....Any takers?

Any thoughts or advice would be greatly appreciated....Gracias!

If "River" -- "Boys and girls, remember to roll your R's" -- and "Boca" are playing, get ready for trouble.

It's fun, but you may want to get tickets in advance in the right sections.

So, I take it that it's fine to go without a tour bus picking us up? And, what sections would you recommend for tickets, and how early should we get them?

Thanks!

The tour bus has one benefit: getting out and not having trouble finding a way back.

Regards to general seating at La Bombonera: somewhere where things won't be flying in the air. (High up and/or around the center line is one option.) I'd suggest going with the tour group if not fluent in Spanish, unless you really want to see passion at play and don't get bothered easily.

-- courtesy of Skyteam.

+54 11 43723612 for more info (but you'll need to know Spanish).

http://bocajuniors.yaia.com/estadio.html

Getting tickets in advance, with or without a tour group, definitely makes sense (depending on who is playing).

If it's November, don't forget to check out polo too. Quite a contrast in the crowd.

Gracias for the great info! So, I suppose it's not the same as watching our beloved Orioles play in Camden Yards.

Instead of polo--or maybe I'll add that too--I'm going to the finals of something called pato at the Jockey Club. I'm hoping that will be about as local and non-touristy as one gets!

One option you may have to find an individual to go with, rather than a tour group, is to put the inquiry to WowArgentina! (I recall you were looking into them and I recall they do low-profile stuff like this.) Another option is to ask the folks at Cicerones de Buenos Aires. I'm sure you could get takers from there. They gave us a wonderful companion to help guide us to and around the Feria de Mataderos one Sunday, all free of charge, although we naturally paid for cabs and her meals.

Wow. Those are both great suggestions! I have contacted the Cicerones about something else, but they would be perfect for this! I'll contact Cintia too (although I am not using her agency). How did you like the Feria de Mataderos....? It's on my very long list as well!

chau y gracias

If you can come when River and Boca play, it will be an experience of a lifetime. Dont worry about trouble, as you will be seated at a comfortable distance from the area of potential conflict. As long as you stick to the group that is taking you there, you will be fine. There is intense rivalry and things do get out of hand with the usual 30-40 punks that like to get into fistfights, but there is always plenty of police on hand and things will not usually get past the harsh insults that will be chanted from side to side.

I've been recently following the threads and am so excited for my first trip to BA!! My husband and I will be staying for a little over a month, but I'll be working (writing) for most of the weekdays. That gives us the weekends to do our exploring. I had a few questions:

Are there wireless cafes? We'll be staying in Palermo Soho, and I'm hoping that I don't have to be cooped up in the apartment while he's drinking mate and flirting with the beautiful women

Where are the best places to buy art? Are exhibits as common as they are in New York City?

Being a vegetarian, I hope I don't have a hard time finding a place to eat. Are there any cool places to go..where it's laid-back enough for the chef to prepare a vegetarian entree? Has anyone seen tofu or soy on a menu in BA?

Is it easiest to travel by subway, bus, or taxi if we want to travel in the city (ie-Palermo to Downtown)? How about if we want to go outside of the city? Are there nice places where we could chill out outside Buenos Aires?

Any suggestions would be so appreciated..