As we near the end of our stay in Argentina, we have been reflecting on our time here, including the cost of living. When we first put Argentina on our itinerary we had simultaneously found reports that claimed it was one of the cheapest countries in the world to live. We haven't found that to be the case. Granted most of our visit here has been during peak season, which has mostly affected the cost of our accommodation. But in an attempt to put our daily expenses into perspective I have chosen some random items that we have purchased whilst here.
Short-term rental apartment in Bs.As. for 1 month (1bdrm - off peak) -$4,000 ARS (£632)
2 large baguettes - $2.50 ARS (39p)
Children's Argentina football shirt - $45 ARS (£7)
Hostel, 1 night for 3 people - $152 - $228 ARS (£24 - £36)
Bag of lentils - $5.50 ARS (87p)
Notebook and markers - $17 ARS (£2.69)
Box of incense sticks - $11 ARS (£1.73)
1 hour pregnancy massage - $135 ARS (£21)
Pizza (large) - $20 ARS (£3.16)
Bag of washed laundry - $15 ARS (£2.37)
Towel hire (in hostel) - $10 ARS (£1.58)
Entrance to National Park - $4 ARS (63p)
Subte (metro, underground) ride for 3 - $3.30 ARS (52p)
Taxi ride across town (Bs.As.) - $25 ARS (£3.95)
Sorbet (2 scoops) - $5.50 ARS (87p)
Organic olive oil 500ml - $24 ARS (£3.80)
1kg tomatoes - $4.50 ARS (71p)
Toilet paper - $3.20 ARS (50p)
3 Falafel sandwiches - $51 ARS (£8)
What sorts of things would you like us to feature in upcoming 'Random Costs' posts?
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