Alvear Ave and Gran Gomero

Gran Gomero is a rubber tree that was planted in 1791 by Martîn José Altolaguirre. Altolaguirre owned the lands at the time. The tree is about 50 meters wide and is on La Biela terrace.

We had our first meal in Buenos Aires at La Biela. Ian ordered the salmon. It was enough for two people. So was the tea service for one.

We forgot to take photos of the food, but did take photos of Gran Gomero.

First Day: Recoleta: Cemetary

I have to admit that I wasn't all that eager to see a cemetery. Neither Ian nor I are big fans of Evita--the person, the movie or the musical.

Yet do go to the cemetery. After Recoleta, we went to an arts and crafts fair, but the prices weren't as good as those we found later. We did see a Starbucks. Yes, Starbuck caffeine-addicts--You can go to Buenos Aires and get your specialty caffeine fix.

Photo by Jana J. Monji

Photo by Jana J. Monji

Photo by Jana J. Monji

Photo by Jana J. Monji

Photo by Jana J. Monji

Photo by Jana J. Monji

Travel List for Dancers

BASICS

Women 

Bras

Underwear

Socks

Stockings

Sleepwear

Robe

Slippers/Flip Flops

Men:

Underwear

Sleepwear

Socks

Robe

Slippers/Flip Flops

DRESSY

Women:

Dresses

Skirts

Slacks/Trousers

Long Sleeve Shirts

Blazers

Sweaters

Dress shoes

Men:

Pants

Long Sleeve Dress Shirts

Sweaters

Blazers

Ties

Dress Shoes

Cufflinks?

CASUAL

Women:

T-shirts

Tank Tops

Jeans

Shorts

Swimsuit

Rash Guard

Goggles

Swim cap

Casual Shoes

Men:

Polos & T-Shirts

Short Sleeve Shirts

Jeans

Shorts

Rash Guard

Swimsuits

Goggles

Swim Cap

Casual Shoes

OUTERWEAR

Women:

Jackets & Coats

Raincoats

Scarves & Gloves

Belts

Jewelry

Men:

Jackets & Coats

Gloves

Belts

TOILETRIES

Toothbrush

Toothpaste

Dental Floss

Mouthwash

Deodorant

Cotton Balls/Swabs

Tweezers

Soap

Waschcloth

Shampoo & Conditioner

Nail Care Supplies

Shaving Supplies

Makeup Remover

Brush/Comb

Hair Products

Mirror

Sunscreen

Moisturizer

Lip Balm

Insect Repellant

Contact Lenses/Supplies

Birth Control

Feminine Hygiene

Medications

Vitamines

Pain Reliever/Aspirin

First-Aid Kit/Band-Aids

TRAVEL AIDS

Pleasure Reading

Snacks (without seeds)

Tea

Ear Plugs

Sleeping Mask

Travel Pillow

Travel Blanket

Motion Sickness Remedy

Sewing Kit (Needle, Thread, Safety Pins)

Travel Wallet

ELECTRONICS

Laptop

iPad/Tablet

Plug Adaptors

Cellphone & Charger

Camera & Camera Battery Charger

Keypad

DANCE AIDS

Practice/Class Clothes

Dance Bras

Dance Trunks

Leg Warmers

Shrug/Sweatshirt

Hip Scarf/Zills

Dance Tights

Good Dance Shoes (Latin)

Dance Shoes (Swing)

Late Night Dance Shoes (Lower Heel)

Practice Shoes/Sneakers

Jazz Shoes

Talcum Powder

Suede Brush

Dance Bag

TRAVEL INFO

Passport/Visa

Driver's License

Itinerary

Maps & Directions

Travel Confirmation

Membership Cards

Guidebook

Language Guide

DOCUMENTS

Copies of Travel Documents

Copies of Credit Cards

Copies of Passport

Credit Card Contact Info

Emergency Contacts

Medical Insurance

MISCELLANEOUS

Umbrella

House Keys

Travel Locks/Keys to Luggage

Hospitality Gifts

Journal

Pens/Pencils

*We found that although an iPad or a tablet worked initially for the Internet WiFi connection, a laptop was more dependable. 

Off to Buenos Aires: From LAX to Dallas Airport

We departed from LAX on American Airlines (AA 2452     12:50 p.m.) to Dallas Airport (5:55 p.m.). In Dallas, we had some fun with Terry D. and TriSara. 

We danced a bit of Argentine tango to the live music. One of the musicians happened to be from Buenos Aires. 

At 7:30 p.m. we left for Buenos Aires (AA 997)   where we arrived at about 7:55 a.m.

Photo by Jana J. Monji

Photo by Ian K. Ono

Photo by Ian K. Ono

Photo by Ian K. Ono

Photo by Jana J. Monji