Nice Hotel Not far from Hospital San Martin
Dec 25th, 2008, 11:18 AM
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Hi Scarlett, we should definitely meet when I am down there unless your "big dog" is in a bad mood. LOL
Are there any suggested web pages that describe festivales that are going on while I am down there, best restaurants, night life activities, etc? It does not matter if the pages are in Spanish since I am fluent in the language. I really want to spend my time hanging out with Argentine people and not in Gringo tourist traps.
How is the weather in baires in March?
What is the town of Cordoba like? I will be spending a few days there to meet with some colleagues.
As I stated above, after my seminar, I am going to Mendoza for a bicycle trip. I hear that is wine country. I plan to bring my host some California wine from Napa which is also famous. Any other suggestions of gifts to bring various hosts?
Again Avrooster and Scarlett, thanks so much for your help.
Are there any suggested web pages that describe festivales that are going on while I am down there, best restaurants, night life activities, etc? It does not matter if the pages are in Spanish since I am fluent in the language. I really want to spend my time hanging out with Argentine people and not in Gringo tourist traps.
How is the weather in baires in March?
What is the town of Cordoba like? I will be spending a few days there to meet with some colleagues.
As I stated above, after my seminar, I am going to Mendoza for a bicycle trip. I hear that is wine country. I plan to bring my host some California wine from Napa which is also famous. Any other suggestions of gifts to bring various hosts?
Again Avrooster and Scarlett, thanks so much for your help.
Dec 25th, 2008, 01:43 PM
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I don't know if I have ever seen my dog in a bad mood lol unless I scream 
Best blog http://www.batravelguide.com/
we use this all the time.. she is so on top of things and a good photographer and really helpful. Really.. I am gushing, sorry ..
It is easy to spend your time with Porteños, we don't really socialize that much with people from the States. We feel that since we chose to live here, we didn't really want to get involved with the ExPat community.
I haven't been to Cordoba, we have a friend from there , it is supposed to be very nice. . there is a section of town that is a UNESCO site.. so many places to see .. so little time ~
I don't know much at all about Mendoza ..
Best blog http://www.batravelguide.com/
we use this all the time.. she is so on top of things and a good photographer and really helpful. Really.. I am gushing, sorry ..
It is easy to spend your time with Porteños, we don't really socialize that much with people from the States. We feel that since we chose to live here, we didn't really want to get involved with the ExPat community.
I haven't been to Cordoba, we have a friend from there , it is supposed to be very nice. . there is a section of town that is a UNESCO site.. so many places to see .. so little time ~
I don't know much at all about Mendoza ..
Dec 25th, 2008, 02:09 PM
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OK, Dr. Darío, since you seem to be an “al pan, pan y al vino, vino” guy (someone who calls a spade a spade) and you are a frequent poster, I’ll level with you, trusting you won’t be offended.
I feel you need to do a little more research, both here and in http://tinyurl.com/nw9f4 where, unlike here, they have a great search feature. Yours truly is not allowed to post there any more, which is probably a good thing. LOL!!!
You want to:
1) “see baires” (sic). That should be easy.
2) “get to experience la cultura and meet ordinary people”. Not so easy, considering you’ll be pretty busy.
3) “web pages that describe festivales that are going on while I am down there.” I can’t think of any, but, if you buy the local newspaper, you may be able to find what you want.
4) “best restaurants”: Easy to research, we are talking and arguing about that kind of thing all the time.
5) “night life activities”: I can’t help much with that, but some research should.
6) “I really want to spend my time hanging out with Argentine people and not in Gringo tourist traps.” Well, as far as I know, the doctors you will be teaching qualify as “Argentine people” (LOL), but they’ll want to talk shop, which is certainly a drawback. I still feel the easiest and fastest way to meet local people is through the local doctors. We ALWAYS warn of tourist traps in this forum.
7) “How is the weather in baires in March?” As you well know, weather is fickle, but with any luck it should be great, as it is late summer and early fall and it won’t be so warm any more.
8) “What is the town of Cordoba like?” I suggest some research, since it is certainly not my area of expertise, or maybe a more qualified poster will reply.
9) “I plan to bring my host some California wine from Napa which is also famous. Any other suggestions of gifts to bring various hosts?”: I would not suggest bringing wine as a present. It is complicated to carry and that kind of thing. I believe a few of the latest electronic gadgets could make great presents. They are expensive here and probably not yet available. If you are extremely unlucky, you could get into trouble at the customs, but your hosts should be able to help you with that.
Any other questions, Doc? LOL!!!
I feel you need to do a little more research, both here and in http://tinyurl.com/nw9f4 where, unlike here, they have a great search feature. Yours truly is not allowed to post there any more, which is probably a good thing. LOL!!!
You want to:
1) “see baires” (sic). That should be easy.
2) “get to experience la cultura and meet ordinary people”. Not so easy, considering you’ll be pretty busy.
3) “web pages that describe festivales that are going on while I am down there.” I can’t think of any, but, if you buy the local newspaper, you may be able to find what you want.
4) “best restaurants”: Easy to research, we are talking and arguing about that kind of thing all the time.
5) “night life activities”: I can’t help much with that, but some research should.
6) “I really want to spend my time hanging out with Argentine people and not in Gringo tourist traps.” Well, as far as I know, the doctors you will be teaching qualify as “Argentine people” (LOL), but they’ll want to talk shop, which is certainly a drawback. I still feel the easiest and fastest way to meet local people is through the local doctors. We ALWAYS warn of tourist traps in this forum.
7) “How is the weather in baires in March?” As you well know, weather is fickle, but with any luck it should be great, as it is late summer and early fall and it won’t be so warm any more.
8) “What is the town of Cordoba like?” I suggest some research, since it is certainly not my area of expertise, or maybe a more qualified poster will reply.
9) “I plan to bring my host some California wine from Napa which is also famous. Any other suggestions of gifts to bring various hosts?”: I would not suggest bringing wine as a present. It is complicated to carry and that kind of thing. I believe a few of the latest electronic gadgets could make great presents. They are expensive here and probably not yet available. If you are extremely unlucky, you could get into trouble at the customs, but your hosts should be able to help you with that.
Any other questions, Doc? LOL!!!
Dec 25th, 2008, 02:56 PM
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<<<<OK, Dr. Darío, since you seem to be an “al pan, pan y al vino, vino” guy (someone who calls a spade a spade) and you are a frequent poster, I’ll level with you, trusting you won’t be offended.
I feel you need to do a little more research, >>>>>
I rarely get offended unless you make fun of my bicycle clothing.(Large picture of Snoopy on a bicycle) LOL
As to research, picking your brains is providing me with INVALUABLE information.
<<<<<<<6) “I really want to spend my time hanging out with Argentine people and not in Gringo tourist traps.” Well, as far as I know, the doctors you will be teaching qualify as “Argentine people” (LOL), >>>>>
Doctors are people? I better write this down especially if I run into an insurance company. LOL The docs down there do have a lot of social plans for me, but as I stated, I want to minimize hanging with them. I am not into the elites country club thing.
<<<<<<9) “I plan to bring my host some California wine from Napa which is also famous. Any other suggestions of gifts to bring various hosts?”: I would not suggest bringing wine as a present. It is complicated to carry and that kind of thing. I believe a few of the latest electronic gadgets could make great presents. They are expensive here and probably not yet available. If you are extremely unlucky, you could get into trouble at the customs, but your hosts should be able to help you with that.>>>>>
Another thought I had for presents is since Northern California is home to Redwood forests, I could bring some redwood borough clocks or other crafts which I imagine you cannot get in Argentina.
Since I am being annoying with so many questions, what should I buy down there as presents for people here? Let me know when you get tired of my questions. You can tell that I am excited about my trip.
I feel you need to do a little more research, >>>>>
I rarely get offended unless you make fun of my bicycle clothing.(Large picture of Snoopy on a bicycle) LOL
As to research, picking your brains is providing me with INVALUABLE information.
<<<<<<<6) “I really want to spend my time hanging out with Argentine people and not in Gringo tourist traps.” Well, as far as I know, the doctors you will be teaching qualify as “Argentine people” (LOL), >>>>>
Doctors are people? I better write this down especially if I run into an insurance company. LOL The docs down there do have a lot of social plans for me, but as I stated, I want to minimize hanging with them. I am not into the elites country club thing.
<<<<<<9) “I plan to bring my host some California wine from Napa which is also famous. Any other suggestions of gifts to bring various hosts?”: I would not suggest bringing wine as a present. It is complicated to carry and that kind of thing. I believe a few of the latest electronic gadgets could make great presents. They are expensive here and probably not yet available. If you are extremely unlucky, you could get into trouble at the customs, but your hosts should be able to help you with that.>>>>>
Another thought I had for presents is since Northern California is home to Redwood forests, I could bring some redwood borough clocks or other crafts which I imagine you cannot get in Argentina.
Since I am being annoying with so many questions, what should I buy down there as presents for people here? Let me know when you get tired of my questions. You can tell that I am excited about my trip.
Dec 25th, 2008, 03:18 PM
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Hi Scarlett, thanks for the website. There seems to be all sorts of information there and I might contact Sandra directly.
<<<<<<<It is easy to spend your time with Porteños, we don't really socialize that much with people from the States. We feel that since we chose to live here, we didn't really want to get involved with the ExPat community.>>>>>>>
Scarlett, where in the States are you from? Although I am from the States, my Dad is from España and my Mom is from Cuba.
Avrooster are you from baires originally?
<<<<<<<It is easy to spend your time with Porteños, we don't really socialize that much with people from the States. We feel that since we chose to live here, we didn't really want to get involved with the ExPat community.>>>>>>>
Scarlett, where in the States are you from? Although I am from the States, my Dad is from España and my Mom is from Cuba.
Avrooster are you from baires originally?
Dec 25th, 2008, 03:25 PM
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Well, Doc, you are not annoying at all and I'm not tired of your questions (yet, LOL). I always find it entertaining to spar with a sharp mind. LOL!!
Those "redwood borough clocks or other crafts" are OK, but I stand by my suggestion of "a few of the latest electronic gadgets".
Those "redwood borough clocks or other crafts" are OK, but I stand by my suggestion of "a few of the latest electronic gadgets".
Dec 25th, 2008, 03:40 PM
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"Avrooster are you from baires (sic) originally?"
Yes, Doc, I was born in Buenos Aires, lived half my life in the general area (the Recoleta) where you will be staying and the other half in the northern suburbs.
Yes, Doc, I was born in Buenos Aires, lived half my life in the general area (the Recoleta) where you will be staying and the other half in the northern suburbs.
Dec 26th, 2008, 01:14 AM
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Hi, Doc!
"El FLENI", as we call it, is certainly NOT part of "el Clínicas" and is NOT located nearby.
Depending on the traffic, it is about 15 minutes away going North by cab from "la Recoleta", in an upscale "barrio" called "Belgrano".
In fact, I would say the main difference is that I believe "el Clínicas" is a public hospital, whereas "el FLENI" is private and that is a VERY important difference here, meaning that, whenever possible, I would avoid public hospitals.
http://www.fleni.org.ar/web/home.php?idioma=es
So, what else can I do for you today, Doc?
"El FLENI", as we call it, is certainly NOT part of "el Clínicas" and is NOT located nearby.
Depending on the traffic, it is about 15 minutes away going North by cab from "la Recoleta", in an upscale "barrio" called "Belgrano".
In fact, I would say the main difference is that I believe "el Clínicas" is a public hospital, whereas "el FLENI" is private and that is a VERY important difference here, meaning that, whenever possible, I would avoid public hospitals.
http://www.fleni.org.ar/web/home.php?idioma=es
So, what else can I do for you today, Doc?
Dec 26th, 2008, 03:10 AM
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Hi dariow
You have been given great advise here from AVRooter and Scarlett, but I just wanted to give my small contribution on what you will find at Hospital de Clinicas. Thogh the professionals that work there are the best in the world, the building itself is in a very run down condition: not working elevators and escalators, cielings falling dowm, sewage water in the basements, lack of elementary medical supplies, etc. What make the Clinicas the great hospital it is is the quality of its doctors, that used to be (and still are) some of the best in the world. However, there´s a recent project to remodel the hospital next year, I hope it is carried out:
http://www.lanacion.com.ar/nota.asp?nota_id=1082107
I´m sure you will love Buenos Aires!
You have been given great advise here from AVRooter and Scarlett, but I just wanted to give my small contribution on what you will find at Hospital de Clinicas. Thogh the professionals that work there are the best in the world, the building itself is in a very run down condition: not working elevators and escalators, cielings falling dowm, sewage water in the basements, lack of elementary medical supplies, etc. What make the Clinicas the great hospital it is is the quality of its doctors, that used to be (and still are) some of the best in the world. However, there´s a recent project to remodel the hospital next year, I hope it is carried out:
http://www.lanacion.com.ar/nota.asp?nota_id=1082107
I´m sure you will love Buenos Aires!
Dec 26th, 2008, 07:04 AM
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Yes ,a major problem with la clinica is a lack of resources. Argentina has cut the medical budget the past few years that has resulted in the deterioration of the medical infrastructure in your lovely country. In many areas of medicine, Argentina is 20 years behind now while in the past, Argentina was a pioneer in many areas.
I was asking about Fleni because that facility has the only gamma knife in all of Argentina and I will need be also teaching the staff of how to use it.
Again, I want to thank Bea, Avrooster, and Scarlet so much for all of your help and kindness.
I was asking about Fleni because that facility has the only gamma knife in all of Argentina and I will need be also teaching the staff of how to use it.
Again, I want to thank Bea, Avrooster, and Scarlet so much for all of your help and kindness.
Dec 29th, 2008, 06:08 PM
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Hi Avrooster and Scarlett:
Various annoying family members and colleagues are asking me to bring them back leather coats or purses.
What would a high end ladies leather coat cost down there? Where would you recommend I buy them? Are leather coats less expensive there than they are here?
Various annoying family members and colleagues are asking me to bring them back leather coats or purses.
What would a high end ladies leather coat cost down there? Where would you recommend I buy them? Are leather coats less expensive there than they are here?
Dec 29th, 2008, 06:56 PM
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Try to find out how much that kind of thing costs out there, so you can judge for yourself whether or not it makes sense, cost-wise, to please all those "annoying family members and colleagues".
I would favor the best and, obviously, more expensive places, such as: http://www.casalopez.com.ar/
Many, many other choices and lots on the subject in this forum and elsewhere.
I would favor the best and, obviously, more expensive places, such as: http://www.casalopez.com.ar/
Many, many other choices and lots on the subject in this forum and elsewhere.
Dec 30th, 2008, 07:13 AM
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I agree with avrooster about Casa Lopez... there is also a shop on the corner of Ayacucho and Guido that has the most beautiful leathers and furs... if you walk down Alvear or Posadas, you can see some really nice high end shops
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Again, thanks for your response. I looked at that Casa Lopez web page, and they conveniently left out the COST of their items. Not a good sign. LOL
I am hoping to find a place run by a family for generations that produces high quality items but are not chic or designed for the American tourists.
I buy my suits from a tailor here in Palo Alto whose family has been making custom Italian material suits since 1895. His shop is a DUMP in a basement, but his suits are fantastic.
By in large, I am curious of how much cheaper are leather coats and purses there than they cost here in the States?
What is much more expensive in baires than in the States?
So many annoying questions. LOL
I am hoping to find a place run by a family for generations that produces high quality items but are not chic or designed for the American tourists.
I buy my suits from a tailor here in Palo Alto whose family has been making custom Italian material suits since 1895. His shop is a DUMP in a basement, but his suits are fantastic.
By in large, I am curious of how much cheaper are leather coats and purses there than they cost here in the States?
What is much more expensive in baires than in the States?
So many annoying questions. LOL
