Articles for: May, 2010

Photo Essay: Girls & Women, Women & Girls

A photo essay by John Harris showing the amazing women of Buenos Aires

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Mirador Torres del Paine

This picture perfect lookout point is a must-see for any visitor to Torres del Paine. Prepare yourself here for this one-of-a-kind experience.

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Glorious Lunfardo!

The slang of Argentina, coveted by the Argentines and held as holy as Mecca by the Portenos of Buenos Aires.

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Loud City: Silent Bottle

We explain to you the fundamental differences between the drinking cultures of the local population of Buenos Aires and the English speaking visitor

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Swearing Translated – Part 2, A Buenos Aires Guide to Swearing in Spanish

Our indispensable guide to swearing in porteƱo Spanish.

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Taxi Scams

Most visitors to Buenos Aires will end up taking a taxi at some point. We explain how to avoid the scams an unscrupulous minority of taxi drivers employ.

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Sidewalk Menaces in Buenos Aires

How to avoid the perils of walking around Buenos Aires. Descriptions of everything you might encounter from Old people to dog shit!

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Parque Nacional Torres del Paine

One of the most beautiful parks in South America, Chile's Torres del Paine boasts awe-inspiring sights and great trekking, as well as other fun activities!

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Glaciar Perito Moreno

This stunning mass of ice is more than just something pretty to look at. Learn all about taking a trek on the Glaciar Perito Moreno.

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Teaching English in Buenos Aires

It's the most common job for visitors to Buenos Aires: The English teacher. Will Betton tells you everything you need to know about this profession.

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