How the professionals do itBy evidence of this blogger's Sunday visit to San Telmo, a neighborhood that claims to be BsAs' oldest district, the British are still coming . . . and the Americans, the Germans, the Italians, the Japanese . . .
Instead of scalding foreign toppers with hot water, today's Argentines are showering the visitors with unending tango music and Buenos Aires largest antique market.
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Too much playing tourist makes me cranky.
When I lived in Washington, I would get impatient with visitors who clogged up the Metro's escalators. Moreover, I've plenty of time in Buenos Aires. Unlike the average tourist with a fortnight in Argentina, I'm planning to stay here and learn the language.
But what is one to do when one's curiosity overcomes one's phobia of big crowds and overpriced restaurants? It's a fine Sunday with a breezy 25 Celsius. Time to have a walk.
Besides, my Spanish classes start tomorrow. It's almost time to stop being a tourist, live a more structured life, and more importantly, start learning the language, culture, and the city's people.
What the chica made me do after I stole her hat
Ironically, tonight I am joining an Argentine and a former Washington Rugby Football Club teammate to watch the Pittsburgh Steelers at a pub.
For those who are interested in seeing my stumbles about San Telmo, have a look at my photos on Picasa.
When I lived in Washington, I would get impatient with visitors who clogged up the Metro's escalators. Moreover, I've plenty of time in Buenos Aires. Unlike the average tourist with a fortnight in Argentina, I'm planning to stay here and learn the language.
But what is one to do when one's curiosity overcomes one's phobia of big crowds and overpriced restaurants? It's a fine Sunday with a breezy 25 Celsius. Time to have a walk.
Besides, my Spanish classes start tomorrow. It's almost time to stop being a tourist, live a more structured life, and more importantly, start learning the language, culture, and the city's people.
What the chica made me do after I stole her hatIronically, tonight I am joining an Argentine and a former Washington Rugby Football Club teammate to watch the Pittsburgh Steelers at a pub.
For those who are interested in seeing my stumbles about San Telmo, have a look at my photos on Picasa.
4 comments:
Now that you've seen San Telmo on it's busiest day make sure to return on a weekday where you won't be overrun by the throngs of tourists - good luck with the classes!
I know what you mean about being a tourist but the past week or so, I've been showing a young Irishman about town and really enjoying being a tourist in my own state. Now lookie you Tango man! Nice hat!
Ted, gran foto de tu y de la chica. ¡Sombrero bueno!
Embrace your crankiness! :)
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