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Expat Women Living in Argentina
If you are (or plan to be) an expat living in Argentina, please find below a list of expat clubs, schools, general links for women living in Argentina, country information and more...
Buenos Aires Expats http://www.baexpats.com/
This is a community site of expatriates living in Buenos Aires – a special place where people can get together, share experiences and help each other out. Eventually it will contain a comprehensive guide on moving and living in Argentina.
BUENOS AIRES International Newcomers http://www.bainnewcomers.com/
We are made up of over 250 English-speaking expatriates from over 30 countries. We all reside in Buenos Aires and enjoy meeting new friends. Whether you recently arrived or have been in Argentina for a while, we encourage your participation. The group provides members the opportunity to meet other people in the community, participate in activities of your choice as well as enjoy informative and entertaining monthly meetings.
Expat Connection http://www.expat-connection.com/
Expat Connection is a group providing a range of social events that bring Expats and Argentines together in a relaxed environment.
Gateway Argentina http://gatewayargentina.com/
Gateway Argentina was created to fill the need of a study abroad and Spanish learning programs in Buenos Aires that is dedicated to enriching its participant's experiences. The Gateway Argentina team knows what it means to be a foreigner living, studying or working in Argentina.
Mendoza Expats Club http://www.mendozaexpats.org or http://expats.svsouth.com/
The purpose of the Mendoza Expats Club is to bring together the international business community in the Cuyo region and provide a venue for non-Argentine executives, entrepreneurs and investors to meet, share information and coordinate business activities.
Newcomers Clubs - Argentina http://www.newcomersclub.com/arg.html
This is a directory of Newcomers' and Moms' clubs in Argentina, which are designed to give people the opportunity to meet and develop friendships with others who live in the area. Many of these groups have general meetings and interest groups which encourage members to learn about their new city, its culture, activities, lifestyle, and to develop friendships by sharing interests and hobbies with each other. Some of the different groups in the directory include Newcomers Club, American Women's Club and more.
San Rafael, Mendoza, Argentina http://www.sanrafaelatoz.com
An A to Z of Living in San Rafael, Mendoza, Argentina.
Expat Argentina http://www.expat-argentina.com
At Expat Argentina we provide services for the foreign community in Buenos Aires once they are here, or even before they arrive to the country. Our program is composed of cultural and recreational activities such as art courses, visits to museums and art galleries, acting courses, choir, cooking classes, and tai chi courses, amongst others. We also organize short and long trips around Argentina, Chile and Uruguay according to the requirements of our customers.
Good Morning Buenos Aires http://www.goodmorningba.com
Good Morning Buenos Aires is a site serving the needs of the International and Expatriate Communities of Buenos Aires, Argentina. GMBA has a listing of Buenos Aires blogs, photographs of BsAs, and an amazing website filled with videos about Argentina. There is local news, weather, an itemized list of services and providers serving Greater Buenos Aires. There are city guides for Buenos Aires, restaurant guides, a list of all the active Buenos Aires Expatriates Group (s) and much more.
Indextar Directory - Buenos Aires http://www.indextar.com/ba
Indextar.com/ba is an open directory and an independent collection of testimonials that describes Buenos Aires from an expat perspective.
Living In Argentina http://www.livinginargentina.com
The first digital magazine and interactive online resource for all foreigners in Argentina. Offered in English, French and Spanish. Vast content, free to all users, covers diverse areas (including culture, history, cuisine, business and investing advice and opportunities, useful tips, monthly agenda etc).
Patagonia Travel Company http://www.patagoniatravelco.com
The Patagonia Travel Company is a specialty travel agency. With a lifetime of experience exploring the villages, hiking the trails, sampling the tastes and making friends throughout the rustic wilderness of Argentina's south, the Patagonia Travel Company offers first-class, customized itineraries and expedition planning.
Relocating and Living in Argentina http://www.pejnron.com/
Some excellent resources for Expatriates living in Argentina.
South American Explorers http://www.saexplorers.org/clubhouses/buenosaires/
South American Explorers is a non-profit organization that facilitates culturally and environmentally conscious travel throughout South America. As a traveler's hub located in Buenos Aires, they provide all kinds of useful services to their members so that they may get the best out of their stay in South America. As a member, you will have access to trip planning/set up information resources, weekly events, volunteer resources, hundreds of discounts throughout South America, mail service, and a clubhouse to meet fellow travelers equipped with luggage storage areas, wifi, and computers with internet. A membership in Buenos Aires is also good in their three other clubhouses that will welcome you in Cusco, Lima, and Quito.
These tips were kindly provided by volunteer Expat Women Mentors in 2007. ExpatWomen.com shares these tips in an effort to help but takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information.
Provided by Gayle S, an American in Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Lower expectations about comfort, reliability in housing, shopping, travel, communications.
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Learn how to enjoy the little things that make life worth living: savoring time with family, friends, in garden, at work, etc.
3.
Learn Spanish or be prepared to learn it quickly. Very little English is spoken away from Buenos Aires and major resorts.
4.
Save or earn money to travel around Argentina to enjoy the gorgeous scenery and for trips to First World to stock up on books and clothes.
5.
Open your mind and your heart to all this place has to offer.
Provided by Cherie M, an American in Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Bring your pet and as many of your treasured books, linens, paintings, & photos as possible.
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Don't expect it will be easy to make close friends in another language, and don't expect your friends back home will remember you forever.
3.
Have high-speed internet hook-up in your foreign home.
4.
Bring your favorite salsas, canned foods, spices, condiments, peanut butter.
5.
Expect to spend a whole lot more money than you plan on.
Provided by Cintra S, an American in Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Learn Spanish (obvious, but hard to overstate its importance).
2.
Join as many clubs as possible to make Argentine friends. I joined Malba (the city's modern art museum) and FC Max (a great running club), for example.
3.
Read the local paper (La Nacion is my choice, but Clarin is good too) for events listings. Every week there are gallery openings, free lectures, open conferences, etc.
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Get a Vonag and/or Skype account to keep in touch with friends and family back home. (I have both.)
5.
Get a local cell phone right away. I recommend Unifon / Movistar. It's easiest to use prepaid phone cards while you're still getting settled.
Provided by Susanna C, Australian, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Visit the city before you decide to make the move.
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Learn some Spanish before you come.
3.
Read as much as you can about the history of the country, not tourist guides.
4.
Find a good shipping agent.
5.
Bring a supply of peanut butter if you're into the stuff.
