FAQ
1. What are
the other costs besides tuition?
2. How do I get to Buenos Aires?
3. Will someone meet me upon
my arrival?
4.
What is the cost of the meals that are not included in the
program?
5.
Can I transfer the course credits to my home university?
6.
What are the possible pay arrangements?
7.
How much money should I bring?
8.
Is it safe to travel to Argentina?
9. Is
Buenos Aires safe city?
10.
Do I need visa to enter Argentina?
11.
What if I get sick?
12.
Will I have any free time to go site seeing or travel independently?
13.
What can I do in my free time?
14. What
should I take?
15. Where can I find out more about
Argentina?
1. What are
the other costs besides tuition?
Students are responsible for
paying the following expenses:
- Transportation
to and from Buenos Aires
- Travel
interruption and Health Insurance
- Meals
that are not included in the program
- Personal
spending money for gifts and entertainment
- Any
tips and gratuities
- Visa
or other related travel documents
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2. How do I get to Buenos
Aires?
By
Air: If you are descending into Buenos Aries from outside
Argentina, you will touch down at Ministro Pistarini International
Airport (+54 (0)11 5480 6111/http://www.aa2000.com.ar)
more commonly know as the Ezeiza Airport (EZE), which resides 21
miles from the city center. All domestic flights fly into
Aeroparque Metropolitano Jorge Newbery (AEP), but unless you are
coming to Buenos Aires from another Argentinean city by air, you
will never see this place. The Ezeiza Airport has three terminals,
although Aerolíneas Argentinas (the national airline) takes up
one (B) and the other is private (C). Thus, all international
airlines taxi up to Terminal A. A post office, ATMs and a currency
exchange bank are also in terminal A.
Major
airlines at Ezeiza include:
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3. Will someone meet me upon
my arrival?
Yes, our staff will meet you at the
airport, bus or train station on June
29, 2007 and provide
transportation to the dormitory.
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4.
What is the cost of the meals that are not included in the
program?
Several meals are
included in the program's cost. For example, all breakfasts are
included. Also during field trips and community service projects
meals will be included.
Students are
responsible for the remaining meals. You can either cook with your
friends in the dormitory or eat out in one
of the many restaurants serving either Argentinean or
international dishes.
The average cost of meal with drink and tip included is around 4-
6 US dollars.
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5.
Can I transfer the course credits to my home university?
Yes, you will most likely
need to obtain
approval from your university prior to the program. The
transcripts will be issued by Megatrend University of Applied
Sciences. Each course
meets for 36 lecture hours and is worth 3 Canada/US credits. Each
student takes two courses- Poverty, Social Struggle and
Revolution, as the mandatory one,
and one elective (Issues and Perspectives in Latin America or
Lure of the Outsider: An Exploration of Culture trough Art ).
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6.
What are the possible pay arrangements?
The accepted participants will receive further details on the
payment options available. After making the non-refundable
deposit, students can choose to pay the remaining part of their
tuition in two installments.
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7.
How much money should I bring?
We suggest you bring 300-450 US dollars for a month. Of course, it depends on
your personal needs; however, 350 US dollars should be more than enough
for meals, entertainment, small gifts and souvenirs. Useful
information is that you should take into account the nightlife
expenses since all bars and clubs are open seven days a week
in Buenos Aires for tourists and young people who like to go
out. Also, Buenos Aires has a vide variety of cultural
events, from concerts, festivals to all kinds of performances you
might wish to see.
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8.
Is it safe to travel to Argentina?
If you are concerned
about the safety of traveling to Argentina, we can assure you that
there is no danger or anything that should concern you. The best
guarantee you can get is our statistical information which states
that each year (especially during the summer) Argentina hosts millions
of tourists. Also, this is a peaceful
region with a nice climate so you should not worry about weather
disasters either.
Argentina is one of the safest places to travel in the world. Most crime occurs in is limited to robbery and petty theft. Violent crimes are very rare, but you should always be aware of your surroundings and avoid unnecessary risks. Don’t carry valuables hanging on your neck or shoulder. Carry cameras, laptops and mp3 players in a secure bag. Always remain alert for pickpockets and it is best not to wear flashy jewelry. You'll be happy to find that Argentinean police are constantly patrolling the streets.
Using a little caution and common sense, you will have a safe and fun experience in Argentina. You will be pleased to find that most people are friendly and helpful.
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9.
Is Buenos Aires safe city?
Absolutely! Buenos
Aires is a safe city both during night and day and you should not worry
about safety. People are very kind and hospitable throughout Argentina.
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10.
Do I need visa to enter Argentina?
For
citizens of most countries a valid
passport is sufficient to enter Argentina. Unfortunately citizens of
some countries need visa when coming to Argentina. All participants
are advised to check visa requirements on Argentinean
Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
To
obtain a visa, participants should apply in the nearest
Argentinean consulate or embassy
with the official letter of invitation we will provide
for them.
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11.
What if I get sick?
There is no need to worry, simply
contact one of our staff members and we will make sure you get the
assistance necessary based on your specific needs. There
are many state of the art hospitals in Buenos Aires as well as
clinics and pharmacies in all major towns. In extreme emergencies,
there is emergency transport by air (helicopter) or sea
(speedboat). On weekends and public holidays in high season, when
highest density of traffic is expected, police helicopters with
medical teams supervise the major roads.
Tourists
do not have to pay for medical services if there is a signed
health insurance convention between Argentina and their country of
origin.
Some of the
things you can do to be better prepared for unexpected situations
include finding information ahead of time at : www.travel.state.gov/
You
may also want to do some advance planning, some good ideas:
Bring
your own meds.
This includes over-the-counter
stuff, especially if you're going overseas where familiar brands
might be unavailable, and simple things, such as painkillers,
particularly for children, might have entirely different formulas.
Ask your doctor about suitable alternatives in case you find
yourself in a pinch.
Safeguard
Prescriptions.
Essential meds should always be packed in your carry-on. Save
yourself a phone call back home by bringing a spare doctor's
prescription, just in case. I like to stash a couple of essential
pills, such as antibiotics, in a separate bottle so as to avoid
immediate calamity if something should get lost.
Bring a
medical report. Complicated
conditions can be helped along in an emergency with a written
description from your doctor, especially if you're going out of
the country.
Research
the Web.
Several Web sites, including MedicineNet.com,
provide information for travelers.
Consider
joining a medical club.
Organizations such as International
SOS charge a membership fee to help you find medical help
wherever you are.
Read
Your Insurance Policy.
Some plans will pay for out-of-area coverage only if it's a
bona-fide emergency. Others put a cap on medical expenses while
you're traveling, and many require you to call for approval before
seeking help.. Knowing the rules in advance could save you some
unexpected expenses later.
If medical coverage is spotty,
consider supplemental insurance.
Trip-cancellation or interruption insurance covers costs if you
have to cancel or cut your trip short for medical or other
reasons. If you're traveling to a truly remote spot, you might
consider evacuation insurance, which covers the exorbitant cost
(often in the tens of thousands) if a family member needs to be
airlifted to a hospital.
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12.
Will I have any free time to go site seeing or travel independently?
Yes!
Student will have several free afternoons and weekends. This
is when students can go sightseeing and exploring through Buenos
Aires and even take trips to nearby cities. You could also take
weekend trips to neighboring
countries!
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13.
What can I do in my free time?
Basically
the options are endless. There is more to do than you’ll have
time for. In previous study abroad programs, many of the students
decided to get together and go on trips on the weekends and or
after the program ends to maximize their experience.
There
are many options varying from day trips to nearby cities, to the spectacular
Iguazu waterfalls in the northern province of Misiones on the
border of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. There really are
infinite options to travel to depending on your specific
interests, you can ski in Bariloche or a million other
possibilities “the world is your playground”.
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14. What
should I take?
Accepted participants will
receive a "packing list" in their welcome package. All
information about the climate, tradition and additional
information that could help you in deciding on what you will take
with you, you can find on the web sites stated below.
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15. Where can I
find out more about Argentina?
Here are some useful links:
Argentinean
Government
http://www.argentina.gov.ar/argentina/portal/paginas.dhtml?pagina=356
Argentinean Ministry of
Foreign Affairs
http://www.mrecic.gov.ar/
Argentina Secretariat of Tourism
http://www.turismo.gov.ar/eng/menu.htm
Tourism
Organization of Buenos Aires
http://www.bue.gov.ar/home/
Buenos
Aires Herald
http://www.buenosairesherald.com/
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