Travel With Betsy

Where in the world……is my luggage?

I am in San Miguel de Allende……

….came yesterday. My luggage is……well……I haven’t a clue and neither does “Volaris” airlines, my airline of choice for this trip. They think it might be in Los Angeles. But, I think it is in a big black hole with all of the lone socks that I can’t find!

Volaris Airlines…..I got a great deal on their nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Leon….$240.00 and some change. Such a deal! But, about $100 plus later for new toiletries, hat, hair brush, underwear, t-shirt to sleep in and mounting international cell minutes spent to discuss my plight with the airline, it wasn’t as good of a deal as I thought.   The very rude and highly disorganized airline staff tempted me to think I might get my luggage tonight. And, silly me, I thought it could happen. But, after my last call with them, I now see that my big challenges on this trip will be to see how many different ways I can mix and match the few pieces of clothing I happened to pack in my small carry on bag and to stay positive about being on vacation for a week without my things. So far, so good, but the week is young.

Today, my 2 travel buddies and I spent part of the day trying to figure out what the Spanish word for underwear might be and the rest of the day searching for it.  Not easy. But, we did find some. I decided to pass on the red bikinis with the cute bow on them (too frilly) and the children’s underwear with “Hello Kitty” (that I possibly could have fit into) and the thongs (too stringy) to get 2 pair of Plain Jane panties that will probably do just fine, but are not very attractive and may not fit. Tomorrow, I am on the lookout for a few tops that I can interchange with my stylish bottoms and some mascara that won’t make my eyes itchy. Wish me luck!

On the up side, the weather here in San Miguel is great. It’s bright and sunny….not too hot….not too cold….and no rain, a plus for those of living on the California central coast right now.

The house we are renting is spectacular and in a good location a few blocks from the center of town. The house has a contemporary look with 3 levels and high ceilings. The stairs to the right of the picture lead to my little apartment.

My 2 travel buddies have their own rooms and baths that walk out into small living rooms.

We have a kitchen where we can cook meals if we like or ask our housekeeper to cook for us.  I’m not sure how much cooking we will get into, as the restaurants in town are quite good and also inexpensive.

Both of the bedrooms have small balconies that open out to look below at a small relaxation fountain and a hot tub.

We even have a rooftop terrace where we can sit and look at the beautiful city while we sip our wine and unwind from our busy days.

Wonderful!

The town of San Miguel is just as I remembered. The main square is the center of town and is anchored on one end with the “Parrochia” (church). The sides of the square are lined with restaurants, a myriad of fun shops selling just about everything one can imagine and galleries with all types of interesting art in all kinds of different forms.   The streets beyond the square are filled with more of the same.   The food is good and the Margaritas are even better!

Somewhere along the way, we ran into this fella’…..kind of creepy after a few drinks. But, still fun!

As I remembered from my last visit, the streets all around town are mostly cobbled, making the walking somewhat challenging. Without some good shoes, one could turn an ankle or rub some blisters. Luckily, my best walking shoes were also tucked into my carry on bag. So, I may not be the best-dressed visitor to San Miguel, but my feet….and back…..will be happy….a plus in the whole luggage debacle!

All in all, I think it will be a fun and relaxing week for the 3 of us…and, a great birthday celebration for my travel pal!

I am now getting ready to turn in for the night. As I look down at my new t-shirt that is decorated with a jeweled owl and the words “Love Owl” written along the side, I sigh, and wonder again…..

……where in the world is my luggage?……and I think about my next Margarita…….

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