Articles By: Diego
Health Care in Buenos Aires
Argentina is unique to many countries because free public health care is 100% available to anyone who needs it. Even foreigners are eligible. If you’re sick, you can go to one of the hospitals, and they will give you the necessary care. The medical attention is decent, though you can end up having to wait [...]
OSDE Binario Health Insurance
OSDE has been around for over 30 years is one of the most highly regarded health insurance options. Their service is unique, in that they do not own any of their own medical facilities. Instead, they pay for the use of medical facilities owned by other companies. As a member of OSDE, you therefore receive [...]
Medicus Health Insurance
Founded over 35 years ago, Medicus has become one of Argentina´s household names when it comes to health insurance. Similar to Swiss Medical, they own various health centers throughout Buenos Aires, and these centers are equipped with excellent doctors and high-tech equipment. Medicus has 30 different plans you can choose from, meaning it should be [...]
The Best On-Line Resources for Finding Work in Buenos Aires
There is a surprising amount of work for foreigners in Buenos Aires. It is easier to find work if you have your papers, but there are still lots of jobs for people who do not. Here best resources to help you find work in Buenos Aires. I have broken them down into two groups: These [...]
Fiesta de la Tradición
If you are lucky enough to be here at the beginning of November, this is an event you should not miss!! This is the BEST opportunity you will have to see the gaucho culture, and get a feel for country life in Argentina. The Fiesta de la Tradición is an event that lasts 10 days [...]
Quilmes Rock
Sponsored by Quilmes beer, this is the biggest rock event of the year, and a must-attend for anyone who likes rock music. The festival is spread out over various nights, and each one starts in the afternoon and goes until after midnight. Numerous bands perform to over 40,000 people in different stadiums throughout Buenos Aires, [...]
Fiesta Bubamara – Balkan Gypsy Music Party in Buenos Aires
This is a unique event, and if you are lucky enough to be in Buenos Aires for a Fiesta Bubamara, you should make every attempt to go. The Fiesta Bubamara is a Balkan gypsy music party, where they have a few live bands playing, followed by a DJ, who plays popular Balkan gypsy music. The [...]
Buenos Aires Barrio Guide – Choosing the Right Neighborhood
Whether you are looking for an apartment to rent, a hotel, or for a temporary vacation rental, you will have to decide which neighborhood you´ll want to stay in in Buenos Aires. The Argentines call neighborhoods “barrios” and you will hear that term a lot. The Capital Federal, which is what refers to the city [...]
Events you Shouldn’t Miss in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is often considered the cultural capital of South America and after a visit to Argentina´s capital, it is obvious as to why. Every week there are dozens of events to choose from. Small art shows, big concerts, private wine tastings, folk music dance classes, poetry readings, underground reggae shows, international expos, local cumbia [...]
The City that Never Sleeps – Nightlife in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is often called the city that never sleeps and for good reason. The streets are busy at all hours of the night, and you can feel a distinct energy throughout the city. The Porteño nightlife is one of the best you’ll experience and has a little something for everyone. You can find pretty [...]
