Whether you’re staying in Buenos Aires for one month or indefinitely, finding a place to live can bring unexpected challenges and surprises. Wander Argentina presents the pros and cons of the seven most common living situations that tourists, students, and foreign workers are bound to encounter in Buenos Aires. Living with a señora or … Read more
Couchsurfing may be the most popular hospitality exchange site in Argentina for nomads and those that love them, but it’s not the only one. Servas Open Doors was the first modern hospitality exchange service, beginning way back in 1949, before the term ‘couch surfing’ was even coined. With the motto, ‘Minds, hearts and doors open,’ … Read more
Once the domain of homeless musicians and aimless wanderers, couch surfing is more of an art than a sport. Taking up friendly locals on offers of free place to crash is a great way to save money while traveling and meet new people — especially if you’re low on cash, friendly and willing to rough … Read more
A homestay is the ideal way to learn a new language and culture while enjoying some of the comforts of home. In Argentina, as with homestays everywhere, the experience is like the proverbial box of chocolates — you never know what you’ll get. You may get matched to a family so perfect it gives you … Read more
Finding a reasonably priced room to rent in a shared house in Buenos Aires can sometimes be a challenge. The last few years all sorts of people are looking to capitalize on the influx of foreigners here who are willing and/or forced to pay much more than the locals for housing. Just look at some … Read more