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            Staying Safe in Buenos Aires

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            Hello, fellow Fodorites! After my last trip home, I realized it would be a good idea to prepare a brief list of do's and dont's for people traveling to Buenos Aires. Having my mum's home broken into in the 30 minutes it took us to go out to buy icecream, and the fact that a visibly pregnant girlfriend got violently robbed as she exited an ATM at noon in Recoleta have highlighted my sense that--while the city is great--visitors should be aware of its dangers. I'm getting things started with three tips.

            1. As far as possible, instead of hailing taxis in the street, try to use cab companies (they can be what we call "radio taxis" or "remisses"). You call them on the phone, and they come pick you up.

            2. Avoid wearing expensive watches and/or jewelry. The only thing I wear when I go home is my wedding band and fake pearl earrings. Ditto with regards to flashing Blackberries or iPhones.

            3. I think the best advice for ATMs is to go during bank operation hours, using those ATMs located inside the bank. If that is not possible--especially if you are a woman--try to have a friend accompany you.

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