I was one of the last of my group to leave. So, after checking out, I spent the last few hours back at San Pedro market, and then to San Blas area for shoe shopping.
Unlike many women, I do not have a vast collection of shoes. However, the night before, on our way to and from dinner, I found two shoe/boot shops. They were located near San Blas, across from the Novotel Hotel.
I bought a pair of high tops, and a pair of hiking boots - check out my very last picture. They had some hot pink/bright purple shoes, and I really wanted them, but they did not come in my size. For someone who prefers to walk around in socks, I find it very ironic that I came home with three pairs of shoes!
We left Cusco that afternoon, and landed in Lima around 3:30pm. When I stayed in Lima the first night, I made arrangements with the Costa del Sol to take my luggage when I returned. My flight to the United States would not be until 12:40 the next morning. I had several hours to spend in Lima, and I chose to spend them at the Lima Temple (Mormon - I am one).
The Lima Temple is located in the eastern suburb of La Molina, and I had done some preliminary planning before coming to Peru. I took my suitcases over to the hotel, and changed into Sunday Dress. The hotel staff then stored my luggage for free - it would have cost me to do so at the airport. They then arranged for a cab to take me to the temple. We were driving in rush hour traffic, so it took about an hour to get to La Molina. I then spent the next two hours in peace. When I was ready to leave, temple staff called a cab for me. We got back to the airport in less time. I then changed my clothes again, got my luggage and went across the road to the airport to check in.
While waiting for my flight, I kept myself busy having a late snack, and browsing through the bookstores. My niece loves theTwilight series of books. I always try to find these books in foreign languages, and I wasn't disappointed. They are quite popular in Peru, and I was able to take pictures of the front covers with their Spanish titles.
Then I found my gate and amused myself playing freecell on my computer.
We have used AL for decades now to plan trips. Kassandra has been with us from the start and has never disappointed. She knows our family and our quirks and is always willing to fit the trip to us. This time we made her work for the booking because of family member schedules. It has all come together for a great Christmas gift for many families.
Kris Rowe
2 weeks ago
Great company. Good communications. Great accommodations, excursions, transport. Guide Elvira was spectacular along with transport, driver, Cesar and activities
Kathy S
1 month ago
Having done a trip in the past with Adventure Life, I found picking a trip and customizing it was a breeze and fit everything I wanted
Scott Drayer
1 month ago
Arvin has been very responsive and professional.
Carlotta Diaz
2 months ago
very easy to deal with kassandra. she listened to what our interests were and planned a great trip for us. nothing to worry about!