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Monedas Are Good But SUBE Card Is Better

It’s not a secret among the people around me that I absolutely love taking los colectivos (buses) here in Buenos Aires. When I first arrived in Buenos Aires, learning how to use the Guia T, figuring out my way in all the one-way streets, going from point A to point B was like playing my [...]

The 'No Change' Buenos Aires Phenomenon

When you prepare your trip to Buenos Aires, among many useful phrases to learn like the basic greetings, ‘Hola, cómo estás?’, make sure to remember this phrase too: ‘No hay monedas,’ which means ‘There are no coins.’ You will come across this phrase quite regularly in the city. It’d be scribbled [...]

Los Colectivos Part 5: Mastering the Buenos Aires Bus System

When I first arrived in Buenos Aires, I was incredibly intimidated and overwhelmed by the bus system. I saw packed buses speed down busy streets, and more than once I had to sprint from an oncoming bus when I’d imprudently decided to cross against the light. I stuck to the subte, which could get me [...]

Navigate With Technology in Buenos Aires

Navigating a new city can always be a little scary and Buenos Aires in no exception. However, with a bit of assistance from technology, getting around the city can be a lot easier by tapping into these websites:

The Subte (underground train) network is great for getting around the inner city. During peak hours it can [...]