New Years in Buenos Aires and Mendoza via American Airlines 772 Flagship First Class

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Jan 5, 2014, 7:19 pm

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Originally Posted by SFO777

Thanks very much tuchop. I believe the two options are dinner & show or drinks & show. Most tables went for dinner but at least one table was drinks and dinner. The dinner and show was not cheap, about USD 325 per person.

Thank you very much for the answer. Keep enjoying my beautiful country, and if you need any suggestions please let me know via PM. Best of the lucks!

Jan 5, 2014, 9:23 pm

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When I get old and married (no offense

), I really hope I have the time and money to travel like SFO777.

Jan 6, 2014, 3:51 am

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What a fantastic TR once again.

Your are living the dream most of us cant afford, or just once upon a time:-)

keep it coming.

Jan 6, 2014, 5:21 pm

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Originally Posted by krazykanuck

When I get old and married (no offense

), I really hope I have the time and mileage to travel like SFO777.

fixed it for you.

Jan 6, 2014, 5:43 pm

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Ah!
We were just in Buenos Aires from Dec 28-31 and Mendoza from Dec 31-Jan 3.
We also did a wine tour on Jan 2nd (different spots though)

Last edited by jason8612; Jan 6, 2014 at 5:49 pm

Jan 6, 2014, 7:41 pm

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WOW, this report....I'm speechless! Seems that this was pretty nice way to spend New Year!

Jan 7, 2014, 9:46 am

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Originally Posted by SFO777

Wow, small world indeed. FAs can make or break. Your J FA probably had lower seniority, hence the better service.

That was my thought exactly.

Am also remembering this for the same "bucket" of water you posted...was catching the same view you posted of the incoming BA aircraft, walking along, & almost tripped on the puddle & accompanying bucket.

Jan 7, 2014, 10:25 am

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Our last full day in Mendoza was another spectacular day. The morning view from the rooftop of our villa.

Our first stop this morning was Achaval-Ferrer, a short 15 minute drive.

And then to Bodega Casarena.

Jan 7, 2014, 10:26 am

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And then to lunch at MUN Casarena, a fabulous Asian-Argentinian fusion restaurant and one of Mendoza/Lujan de Cuyo's hot new restaurants.
http://www.chefmun.com/

Today's menu.

Starting with The Mendoza Salad paired with Casarena's 505 Sauvignon Blanc 2012.

And wonderful orange honey-mustard dressing.

Chilean Salmon Nigiri & Yellowtail Tuna on Crispy Rice, paired with
Casarena's Rama Negra Reserva Pinot Noir 2011.

The chef rejected the pork today so no Mun-style Dim Sum Pork Buns, but a very nice substitution, paired with a Rosé.

And, OMG, the most amazing Korean Style Rib-eye and Organic Micro Greens, paired with Casarena's Rama Negra Reserva Malbec 2011.

And to finish today's culinary orgy, a delicious Melon Panna Cotta with Strawberry Coulis & Cocoa Tuiles, paired with Casarena's Rama Negra Extra Brut.

No mas! Time to head home for nap.

Jan 7, 2014, 10:27 am

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And one last dinner at wonderful Cavas Wine Lodge.

Clear skies and more great views tonight.

And a special dessert for our friend's B-Day.

And back to our villa before our 4AM wake-up call. OMG!

Jan 7, 2014, 10:36 am

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Quote:

Originally Posted by tuchop

Thank you very much for the answer. Keep enjoying my beautiful country, and if you need any suggestions please let me know via PM. Best of the lucks!

Thank you tuchop. We had a wonderful time in both BA and amazing Mendoza.

Quote:

Originally Posted by krazykanuck

When I get old and married (no offense

), I really hope I have the time and money to travel like SFO777.

Or the miles.

Quote:

Originally Posted by lx343

What a fantastic TR once again.
Your are living the dream most of us cant afford, or just once upon a time:-)
keep it coming.

Thanks lx343. Glad you are enjoying.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jason8612

Ah!
We were just in Buenos Aires from Dec 28-31 and Mendoza from Dec 31-Jan 3. We also did a wine tour on Jan 2nd (different spots though)

Wow, missed you by a day. I just posted a second round. Did you get to Achaval-Ferrer or Casarena?

Quote:

Originally Posted by DALtoAAL

WOW, this report....I'm speechless! Seems that this was pretty nice way to spend New Year!

Thanks DALtoAAL. We had a great time.

Quote:

Originally Posted by skye1

That was my thought exactly.
Am also remembering this for the same "bucket" of water you posted...was catching the same view you posted of the incoming BA aircraft, walking along, & almost tripped on the puddle & accompanying bucket.

LOL. Not exactly the most modern airport. And what about the mob scene of people waiting for pax to exit customs.

Jan 7, 2014, 10:57 am

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We did on Jan 2nd:

Alta Vista
Achaval-Ferrer
Melipal

We did a lunch in Melipal and it was excellent. A 5 course tasting with wine pairing.

Jan 7, 2014, 11:21 am

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What a spectacular report in your series of them lately! I have to say, my favorite part is the quality of your photos!

Jan 7, 2014, 11:23 am

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Thank you so much for the great commentary and choice pictures. I'm flying J tomorrow on AA from LHR to DFW and I just don't think my chicken will compare

.

I was in Argentina a few months ago. You're reminding me why I need to go back.

Thanks for the great report (all of your reports are quite impressive)!