Practicing Spanish in Buenos Aires Argentina As we are learning a foreign language, other than making sure we are grasping the grammar and applying them correctly in a classroom setting, we often feel like testing ourselves and trying to see how we actually fare in the real world. Able to interact with native speakers is…
From USA to Argentina Learning Spanish in Buenos Aires
Living in Argentina while Studing Spanish in Buenos Aires In three days, I will have officially been in Buenos Aires for two months! It’s not like I haven’t felt it coming, since that’s one of the first questions I get when striking up a conversation with locals: “How long have you been here?” It comes right after,…
Top it up for Argentine Oscar win!
Argentine film ‘El secreto de sus ojos’ (The Secret in Their Eyes) won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film last night! It is directed by Juan José Campanella. The thriller is set in the early 1970s Argentina. The story unfolds in the country’s main federal courthouse, where an investigator discovers co-workers torturing suspects…
Where Was the Birth spot of Mafalda
May be I am a little slow or just didn’t pay enough attention, I just realized that the reason the cute little Mafalda statue sitting on a bench at the corner of Defensa and Chile in San Telmo is because she was born there! Well, of course, not literally at the street corner but she…
The Story of The National Flag of Argentina
Argentina National Flag La Bandera, the flag, is one of the most important patriotic symbols for a country and usually, it also has a rich history behind it. If you have ever wondered the story behind the light blue and white Argentine flag, why sometimes there is a sun and sometimes not, then there is…
Amazing family reunion after 33 years of searching!
Read about the tearful reunion of a father and his son, who have been reunited after a 33-year search. Francisco’s mother was arrested during the military dictatorship, gave birth in a detention center before he was adopted by another family who never told him of his origins. Abel, the father, is part of the Grandmothers…
2018 Lollapalooza in Buenos Aires
Lollapalooza is a music festival that originates from the United States, it was created in 1991 and has undergone various revivals since then. It first expanded into South America in 2010 when the festival was staged in Santiago, Chile. The following year there was a festival in Brazil and in 2014 Buenos Aires hosted the…
St. Patrick’s Day Buenos Aires 2018
Do you know Argentina has the 5th largest Irish community in the world? That means you can definitely expect some serious festivities happening here in Buenos Aires this very Saturday, the famous St. Patrick’s Day! For those who have been looking forward to this very day, you probably have made plans already. But for those who…
6 Best Things to See and Do in Argentina in 2017 & 2018
One of the best ways to learn languages is to go out and speak them. When you immerse yourself in the foreign language, you not only learn quicker but you also learn about the cultural references and nuances. Learning Spanish in Buenos Aires is a wonderful experience. But you don’t just have to stay in the…
Cultural Do’s and Don’ts in Argentina
The DON’Ts and DO’s complete guide. What you need to know now before going to Argentina Beautiful landscapes with high mountains and the famous La Pampa, a long and massive coastline, big cities like Buenos Aires and a healthy mixture of cultures – these are just a few things that make Argentina a country worth visiting. But,…
The Story of an Australian Adventure from Sydney to Buenos Aires
Australia to Argentina my Travel Abroad Experience This is my second trip to Buenos Aires and so far I have been here for about 7 weeks. My first trip to this great city was in December 2014 and to be honest I only got a brief taste of it, but enough of a taste to…
100 Barrios Part 2: Sub-Barrios of Palermo
Palermo Neighborhoods Anyone planning to come to Buenos Aires is very likely to come across the many sub-barrios (neighborhoods) of Palermo. But this can turn out to be very confusing, especially when you hear two names for the same area or discover that there seems to be some overlap in the territory! So here’s a list…
Free Outdoor Summer Events in Buenos Aires
Free Events in Buenos Aires Foreigners who are visiting Buenos Aires in January, February and March are most likely escaping from the cold weather in the northern hemisphere; thus, feeling the sun and being outdoor as much as possible is always high on the agenda. Last week, we have already given you some beach ideas…
Carnival Celebrations in Argentina
Argentine Carnival 2018 Around this time of the year is the Carnival season all around the world, including the Rio de Janiero’s Carnival, which has to be the most famous one in South America. When it comes to Argentina, festive colourful carnivals aren’t probably the association one would make right away; however, do you know…
5 Interesting Building Myths of Buenos Aires
Building Myths of Buenos Aires Every town has its ghost stories, and Buenos Aires is no different! Here are 5 interesting legends about different buildings around Buenos Aires: 1) El Palacio de los Bichos (Campana 3220, Villa del Parque)- Far off the beaten path of your average visitor to Buenos Aires in the neighborhood of…
Patriotic Symbols of Argentina
Argentina Patriotic Symbols On every 25th May we commemorate the revolution that took place back in May 1810 in Buenos Aires, which by that time was the capital of Virreinato del Río de la Plata. The porteños were still dependent of Spain as a colony and governed by the local virrey (viceroy) Baltasar Hidalgo de Cisneros.…
Americans, Canadians and Australians visitors no longer have to pay to enter Argentina
Reciprocity Visa for Americans, Canadians and Australians Reciprocity Visa fee is no longer required! For years the Argentine government has been charging Americans, Canadians and Australians visitors a fee of US$160 for entering Argentina, this was called ”reciprocity fee”, due to the fact that the Argentine people have to pay when applying for an American, Canadians…
How to Renew your tourist visa in Buenos Aires Argentina
Visas for Argentina As an american with his 90 day tourist visa running out I started to stress on how to extend this. After googling and failing to find time for a trip to colonia I found the best option was to deal with the Dirección Nacional De Migraciones. My Spanish in this first 90…
Argentina National Anthem
National Anthem of Argentina Our national anthem was born in 1812 and was originally 20 minutes long but in 1924 it was cut downto around four minutes for practical reasons, as you can imagine. The lyrics were written by Vicente López y Planes (don’t let that “y” confuse you, it is one person, not two…
Places To Try Yerba Mate In Buenos Aires
Yerba Mate Bars in Buenos Aires Argentina Many foreigners to Buenos Aires may find themselves wanting to try yerba mate (the hot beverage which the Argentines drink daily), but are hesitant to invest in all of the necessary supplies in order to make it. The solution? Mate bars. Now as a (silly) foreigner myself, upon hearing…
Avenida Corrientes Theaters
Avenida Corrientes The Broadway of Argentina When I say “musical theatre” what is the first thing that comes to your mind? New York, New York, right? Whether you’ve been there or not, the image in your head is Broadway Street and its lights and all that jazz. I have had the luck to visit NYC…
What to do at Night in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires’s Top Shows and Evening Events Probably the most obvious response to this title would be a list of various bar and boliches, but what happens if you’re after something that doesn’t finish at 6 AM and doesn’t include alcohol? Whilst Buenos Aires is probably one of the best cities in the World for…
Traveling from New Zealand to Argentina
There wasn’t a great deal of thought or planning behind my partner and myself choosing to move to Argentina. Quite simply we were both at points in our lives where an adventure was well overdue. Max’s birthday was shortly after we meet and I bought my new chef boyfriend an Argentine cookbook because he had…
Free Jazz in Buenos Aires
If you’re in Buenos Aires and looking for free cultural events which appeal to locals and visitors alike, look no further than into the Centro Cultural Kirchner (CCK). This week I took a chance and went along to one of their free jazz performances, and it was an inspiring experience which I would recommend to…
A Brit becoming Argentine
By Holly Stanley, currently studying at Vamos Spanish Academy Life as a Londoner vs life as a Porteño As a Londoner who has fallen hard for Buenos Aires (I’m on my fourth visit already), I have definitely experienced the best (and worst) of each city. Each certainly has its own quirks and edge. However, what…
Eclectic Activities on a Long Weekend in December Buenos Aires
December Long Weekend in Buenos Aires December is here. Temperature is rising. Tons of events are taking place on this long weekend in Buenos Aires: Buenos Aires Market This ever-growing and very popular healthy fresh food market is having its last one this year in 2017. Over 70 different food vendors, from producers to cooks, will set…
Tennis in Buenos Aires
Tennis Tournaments in Buenos Aires Catching a football game, whether is Boca Junior, River or even a minor league team, is no doubt a must-do while visiting Buenos Aires. Football to the Argentines is almost like a religion, taking up pretty much all the spotlights in the local sports news. However, there is another sport…
Kitesurfing in Buenos Aires
Where to Kitesurfing in Buenos Aires Argentina Traveling abroad is the best time to try new things and take a few steps outside of your comfort zone. While many travelers look south to tour the glaciers, north to experience the waterfalls, and west to hike the Andes, there’s a new gravity-defying sport to the east:…
Bosques de Palermo
The Woods of Buenos Aires One of the biggest upsides about life in Buenos Aires is that it is home to a host of beautiful parks, picturesque plazas and lovely green open spaces. In an urban city so dense and fast paced, it is nice to know there are plenty of options to find a…
From London to Argentina: My First Month in Buenos Aires
My Spanish Immersion Experience in Buenos Aires Argentina After finishing university in England earlier this year, I knew I wanted to do something a bit more challenging than following the usual route of finding a job in London. Above all, I wanted to put myself out of my comfort zone and explore a new country. I…
Top 8 Reasons to Choose Argentina as Your Next Vacation Destination
“No dejes para mañana lo que puedas hacer hoy.” A very famous Spanish phrase which translates to “Don’t wait for tomorrow to do something you can do today.” And we are here to prove you why you shouldn’t wait any longer to choose this Latin American country for your next travel getaway. Lying in the…
Spanish Grammar – Nouns and Gender
Spanish Grammar Series One of the trickiest things to come to terms with for a native English speaker attempting to learn Spanish, is the key role that gender plays. In English, gender is not important unless you are speaking about a living object, ie, a person or an animal. However, in Spanish, all nouns (person,…
Tango in the streets – La Gran Milonga Nacional
Milonga in Buenos Aires La Gran Milonga Nacional is a celebration of our beloved Tango culture, which is held every year taking over a good stretch of Avenida de Mayo with live orchestras and outdoor milongas (tango dancing). Since I haven’t gone to a tango event for quite a while, I took the street and checked…
International Cuisine in Buenos Aires Part 2
Picking up from International Cuisine in Buenos Aires Part 1, here are more ethnic food places for you to check out. There are definitely more to explore and discover, but for now I hope these lists will give you a good overview of the International food scene in Buenos Aires and that they will come…
International Cuisine in Buenos Aires Part 1
We all know that Argentine cuisine is famous for its asado (barbeque), and you’ll have no trouble finding a parrilla (Argentine grill house) during your stay in Buenos Aires. You can easily have steak everyday if you want, with the occasional Italian pasta or pizza thrown in as part of the local diet, but one…
Definite and Indefinite Articles in Spanish
Definite and Indefinite Articles in Spanish Study Spanish in Buenos Aires In order to learn any language, you need to spend some time understanding basic grammar and while it is not the most exciting aspect of learning a new language, it is important. One essential element of Spanish is the article. What is an article?…
The Story Behind Madres de Plaza de Mayo
The Argentina Story Behind the Date – March 24 Thursday, March 24, don’t expect to go to work, to class, or shopping- it’s a national holiday, and a big one at that. Known as el Día de la Memoria, the Day of Memory, it’s not your run-of-the-mill recognition of some old battle. In fact, pretty…
Compare Us to LV Studio Spanish School
10 Reasons to Choose Vamos Spanish Academy Academic Excellence. You will have the same teacher for your Spanish Classes. This is a very important factor for a better learning experience. Dedicated Academic Director. She will evaluate your written and oral level tests in order to place you at the right class according to your level.…
Introduction to (some) Argentine Slang and Lunfardo
The Slang and Lunfardo from Argentina Spanish (or Castellano) in Buenos Aires is full of slang words and expressions. When you first get here it can be difficult, and even frustrating, to understand locals due to all the slang that is used. However, just learning the basic slang words will be very useful and help…
Vos instead of Tu – Learn Spanish from Argentina
Why is Vos used in Argentina? By Alex – May 16 – 2015 Many students get shocked in their first Spanish lesson when they found out that the only conjugations they felt confident about, don’t exist in Buenos Aires. I’m talking about their first contact with the “voseo”, the use of “vos” instead of the…
