Interior and Transport Minister, Florencio Randazzo announced today that starting August 6, tariffs for buses and trains in the capital will be almost doubled for those without a SUBE card. The SUBE smart card, which now costs AR$15 to obtain, enables residents to continue to receive transportation subsidies. Those who have the card will continue […]
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ESL: A Breakdown of the Teaching Certification Programs
Having a recognized TEFL qualification of any kind can open doors in Argentina, help to land a job and boost confidence in the classroom. After gaining an understanding of all the ESL acronyms, choosing the right course is important because the multitude of certification programs can vary greatly in quality. While there are a staggering […]
Teaching English: Breaking Down the Acronyms
A lot of those anticipating teaching English in Argentina move here with only a solid working knowledge of the language and a hope and a prayer. Others may feel more confident — and find it easier to secure a job — with a bit of training. Teacher certification programs can help job seekers stand out […]
How to Get a SUBE Card in Buenos Aires
SUBE cards are credit card sized cards that allow you to board public transportation in Buenos Aires without the need for a paper ticket. It is rumored that transportation subsidies will be declined to those who do not have a SUBE card later this year, although no firm plan has been announced. *Update: Those without […]
SUBE Card — Do You Need One?
*Update: Subsidies will be lifted for those without the SUBE card SUBE cards, introduced in February 2009, are rechargeable cards that can be used to pay for the subways, buses and trains in Buenos Aires. This modern system has helped to alleviate the notorious —but often necessary —local habit of obsessively collecting small change to […]