I never thought I'd say this, but it gets more evident the older I become. Plus, the people of Buenos Aires, whom call themselves Porteños, are hard to keep up with.
This city never sleeps.
It's customary to go out to dinner at around 11pm, sometimes later. Afterward, one goes to a bar or lounge to have a drink or two. Finally, you go out to the clubs. You'd better not arrive until at least 3am or you will be lonely and wondering if everyone has gone home already. No, it's just early! You dance all night until 6-7am.
Sleep 'til 12pm. Eat breakfast/lunch, take a "siesta" around 7-8pm for a few hours. Rinse, repeat.
This was Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night. Apparently, this is *the* lifestyle of Buenos Aires. I don't know how they do it, but I can at least say that I've been there and done that. It simply boggles me though, that at 3am the party is just starting. Back in the States, people are forced to go home because they can't normally drink past 3am.
The more I leave the USA, the more I desire to not want to return. There are so many things to like and love about the USA, but there's a whole world out there!!! And Buenos Aires! =)
This city is amazing. I strongly believe that it will be very difficult to find a better city. I'm convinced there's no other city like Buenos Aires. For the first few days here, I kept trying to compare it to other cities, but then I realized you just can't. Lastly, you easily forget that you're in Latin America. Yes, everyone speaks Spanish here, but even the spoken Spanish here is in a league of it's own.
Buenos Aires, no gritaré para vos. La verdad es, sos nunca dejarás mi corazón. (I won't cry for you. The truth is, you will never leave my heart)
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3 comments:
does the whole city run during later hours like that?
It's hard to say... there are many cafes and restaurants open all hours of the night, and you never have trouble finding a taxi. I'd say it's easier than in NYC. In many ways BA is like NYC, expect NYC is more party minded while in BA, families go out to eat with their little kids at midnight! This is every Weds-Sunday night at least, and this is only in the winter here! I can't imagine what it's like in the summer months.
BA sounds really wonderful. I hope you guys enjoy The rest of your fabulous trip and party on. PLUS...HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRIAN!!!-LOVE YA!!! Hope you had a wonderful day. Afterward rest up and get ready for a safe flight home.
Love,
Mom P
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