[TheMetetron]

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TheMetetron,

enjoying the thread. thanks for all the good info.

i'm planning on backpacking most of south america this december through march, but i'm definitely tempted to try to move down there even sooner and do basically what you describe.

have you found it pretty easy to meet people so far? is your language school a decent network? is it really easy to find and get in pick up soccer games? are there a lot of parks in BsAs?

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There are a ton of parks and open spaces in BsAs. Near me there is a big open space near the cemetery and Parque Las Heras is pretty close as well. About 3 subway stops away is the extensive Palermo Parks network which is ridiculously huge. More parks than you could ever need. It literally goes for miles.

I've found it very easy to meet people. Even if you have no social networks just go to a bar known to cater to expats and you will meet people as long as you aren't a creep.

I met a decent amount of people from the language school and I'll be taking tango lessons soon which is apparently 80% women and should be an easy way to meet more people. Also know some people studying abroad here so I've met a lot of college kids down here as well.

For pickup soccer games, if you are interested let me know. I know a few people who play all the time and could definitely point you in the right direction it isn't that hard.

I'm also considering going to the archery club here and taking some lessons or to just screw around and meet people. They only speak Spanish though and you will find that to be a hindrance if you aren't willing to learn. Whatever you thing is there is sure to be a club or somewhere to meet people for it.

But you have to want to learn Spanish or you are going to hate it here. This isn't Europe and you are going to have to speak Spanish to get daily things done eventually. I did the whole I can't speak a word of Spanish thing here and it isn't fun. Basic spanish to get around doesn't take long though so as long as you are willing you will learn it quick.