Greg
@gjd
American expat in Argentina
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13 posts
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3
About me
American
Lives in Salta
Speaks English, German (conversational), Spanish (learning)
Registration: 11 December 2010
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US Tax Prep persons.... by sparky1197647
Planning on moving sometime 2024 to Taiwan. Is there Tax prep companies specifically for US Expats?
Hello Sparky1197647,While the link provided by Bhavna offers a good starting point, I would also like to point you towards Bright!Tax. As a company that specializes in US expatriate tax services, we have the experience and knowledge to assist you ... Read More
American in Salta by gjd
Greetings, All, I'm an American living in Salta, Argentina. I've been an expat for a couple of years and would not trade the experience for anything. We all know life's a journey and to have the opportunity to experience so many new things is a ...
I'm not sure about getting Internet set up. It was set up already when I came. Sure it's doable though. Inflation is inflation and, yes, while your dollars buy more pesos, the official exchange rate of around 4.5/1 (what you can get out of the ATM) ... Read More
American in Salta by gjd
Greetings, All, I'm an American living in Salta, Argentina. I've been an expat for a couple of years and would not trade the experience for anything. We all know life's a journey and to have the opportunity to experience so many new things is a ...
Hey 3, I had a friend who invited me to visit Salta and have found it to be a wonderful place to live. It's just large enough to offer all the amenities one would wish for. The surrounding province is spectacular in its beauty. I work strictly ... Read More
Driving license in Argentina by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Argentina? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Argentina? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for ...
My impression is that having a valid US license and passport are adequate. I've not heard of anyone having trouble, including me. Read More
Tips from expats in Salta by Julien
Hi all, everyone can now participate to the Salta business directory! You can recommend a professional and indicate you appreciate its services. > A plumber did a great job with your water leak? > A restaurant always welcomes you ...
The Best of Salta = San Bernardo Hill The Monumental Restaurant The main plaza downtown The cathedral Read More
Visit an Institute in Salta by DAteacher
Hi, I'm posting about a volunteer position - if you are interested in visiting an English institute and talking to locals this is a fun opportunity to have a cultural exchange. Feel free to ask the students questions about Argentina, and at the ...
I've had the opportunity to give talks with Dafna there and would wholeheartedly recommend it! The language institute and Dafna are both the greatest! It's a very rewarding experience. Read More
American in Salta
Greetings, All, I'm an American living in Salta, Argentina. I've been an expat for a couple of years and would not trade the experience for anything. We all know life's a journey and to have the opportunity to experience so many new things is a ... Read More
Amazing Forum by Coffee Millionaire
Hi Good People, I'm looking forward to a wonderful time with like minded people. May this forum be of great value and life impacting. I am Kenyan and Im beginning this journey with high expectation and positivity. Just like Jim Stovall said "A ...
Welcome Coffee. This site appears to be a wonderful resource for folks everywhere. Kudos to Julien, the founder, on a job well done! Read More
Your 10 best tips to make friends when you're abroad by Julien
We've been talking about loneliness when you're abroad, let's now talk about how to make (local and other expats) friends when you're living far from home :top: Which are your 10 best tips?
Take a class. I'm looking for yoga right now. Volunteer at a local language institute as a guest lecturer - that for me was a big hit. Read More
What food do you miss from home by haggishunter
When i move i will miss.... Going to the chippie My mum's homemade lentil soup mince and tatties stovies chip buttie with brown sauce shortbread :thanks:
Ghoetta and eggs. Cincinnati Chili. Irreplaceable. Read More
Tea or Coffee? by ChatMom
Do you like Tea or Coffee ?:)
Cafecito in Argentina is its own ritual. Most often served chico, strong and with a refreshing glass of sparkling water. Cookie on a doily is the finishing touch. Read More
Your worst mistakes speaking a foreign language by Pat
I guess I has happened to you all. You are talking in a foreign language, convinced that what you are saying is particularly clever. Yet everybody starts laughing. You repeat, repeat and again, making it worse and worse... Then you realise you have ...
At dinner in Argentina one evening I proudly declared yo tengo 53 anos. The howls were heard outside on the street! Read More