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this is free text translation if you're pretty good with language. From: Peter J Macay, March 3, 2008 I really like www.dictionary.com/translate It's free and does a great job, has a great thesaurus too! (click here to return to topic heading) Re: I am currently facing a major dispute with my landlord for my dpto. in Palermo. I am looking for any referals for a reputable and affordable attorney. Any assistance is greatly appreciated !! This is the place to go ( Tenantīs Association ) http://www.inquilinos.org.ar/servicio.asp they are super cheap and know what they do, you must speak Spanish or go with someone who does.
(click here to return to topic heading) Check this link: http://www.phonerental.com.ar/english/asp/servicios7.asp I have not used this service before but have rented phones from them though From: Sean, August 16, 2006 Phonerental.com charges in BA 99 pesos + IVA = 121 pesos = us$40 Contact Francisco or Ignacio at phone rental 4311-2933 (click here to return to topic heading) It is common for stores of similar products to be grouped in different areas and neighborhoods of the city. This is actually quite convenient when you need to buy something as you can hit lots of stores in a relatively concentrated area to compare shop. You may purchase leather products in any of the numerous shops that line Florida street in Microcentro, or you can venture out a bit off the beaten path by going to the leather district in Villa Crespo. Take a cab to Scalabrini Ortiz and Murillo, or take Subte Line B to Malabia. The stores are mostly along blocks 500 and 600 of Murillo street and streets off there with about 30 stores within three blocks of each other. Here are some web sites to whet your interest; the first one has a useful map. There are more shops than are displayed there. http://www.centrodelcuero.com.ar/ From: BANewComers, Pam July 7, 2005 Several of us former B.A. ex-pats, over the years, had many, many things made by Bettina Rizzi, and we were always satisfied. She was good about amending models to suit our individual needs/wants; her prices reasonable/competitive; her quality excellent. You can even take a picture from a magazine or catalogue of what you want, or draw/explain it, and they'll work till they come up with what you want. For example, when I was visiting there awhile back, I wanted a simple, t-top type thing, in the "washable suede," and I just took one from my suitcase that was silk, and told them to duplicate it, which they did. And, although she doesn't generally "advertise" the fact, she will accept payment via check on U.S. bank. She does a lot of things for the airline personnel, who are in and out frequently, and also has an extensive clientele here in the U.S., for whom she travels here several times a year. Several friends, who've traveled to B.A. since we returned over 3 years ago, have bought things from her, and all have been very pleased with their purchases and with the price(s) they paid. I, myself, have a closet full of her stuff, for which I always receive kudos when I wear it. My husband, who is NOT a jacket man, has a couple of hers, and he does like and wear them. From: BANewComers - Jessemhahn July 6, 2005 A & G leather Av Santa Fe 1725 is the best, they make all custom stuff at very reasonable prices.... (click here to return to topic heading) Try the British Arts Center, Suipacha 1333. I'm not sure if they still have their lending library but it was in operation in 2005. It was located on the second floor of the building. From: Brenden, January 09, 2008 Check out ICANA. They took over the Lincoln library a few years ago, and for a fee you can check books out. There is one in Centro on Maipu and another in Belgrano. From: South American Explorers, January 08, 2008 The South American Explorers (SAE) Clubhouse located in San Telmo maintains an excellent library of English- and Spanish-print books ranging from fiction to history to travel stories. Additionally, we have a book exchange where you are welcome to swap your books for ours. For anyone who is interested, SAE is a member-run, non-profit organization. We act as resource center and hub for independent travelers. Feel free to stop on by or check us out on the web: http://www.saexplorers.org/clubhouses/buenosaires/ We're located at Estados Unidos 577 (between Bolivar and Peru). (click here to return to topic heading) I was having a hard time finding fixtures I liked (I'm really picky), and the architects suggested a few places to check out. I found "Casa Rago Iluminacion" on my own, Juncal 1259, 4811-0342/0081 because it's near my home and I spotted it on my way home one day. This is where I got most of our bathroom lights and wall sconces, they have a really large selection of different types of lights for such a modest sized store. The wall sconces we used in almost every room are a very simple design and blend unnoticed into the wall but provide wonderful indirect lighting. "Griscan Iluminacion" has a large store on Av. Raul S. Ortiz 99, 4855-3411. The architects told us about this one, they have another branch in the city (maybe more) but this store is large and has a nice large selection. I was having a really hard time picking the dining room fixture when I saw this very fun contraption that goes up and down on a pulley system, it also expands out on the horizontal bar so it can get longer. This is great when we expand out the dining room table so you can "lift and grow" the light to fit the larger table. VERY FUN! Unfortunately it's imported from Italy so a guest almost sprayed wine across the table as she was taking a sip when I told her how much it cost. (click here to return to topic heading) Falabella has some pretty cool designs. I just purchased a very cozy quilt there. double size for 120 pesos. It was worth the hassle of going downtown. (click here to return to topic heading) We had the great pleasure to be referred a wonderful locksmith by the name of Carlos. His shop is in Palermo Soho on Nicaragua 4940. Carlos is a great person. He DOES NOT SPEAK ENGLISH -- but he is the salt of the earth. 100% trustworthy family man with long roots in Palermo Viejo. Even if you don't speak SPanish, you should ask a bilingual friend to call Carlos -- he is the best. Mobile: 1557095345 Phone: 4776-5161 (click here to return to topic heading)
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