Today is the first day of our timeshare week in Carlsbad, CA. Gerri had packed a few things last night, so we didn't have to hurry too much today. Gerri's mother Neva is going with us and she got to our house at about 10:00.
We were on the road a little after ten. Our timeshare is the Grand Pacific Palisades in Carlsbad, at the top of the flower fields. Our route was I-215 to I-15 to the CA-241 toll road. Then it was the CA-133 toll road to I-5. I-5 to Palomar Airport Road in Carlsbad. Then on to the resort which is above the Carlsbad flower fields.
We stopped at the IHOP in Victorville for lunch, we all ordered off the breakfast menu. We had large meals and took the hash browns for later. After our meal we filled the gas tank at Costco. We could drive all the way without filling up, but by stopping halfway and filling up we don't have to bother with gas just after arriving.
We got to the resort at 4:02, Gerri thought check in time was 4 but it was 5. I waited in line to register, which was unusual. On check in we were charged a $16 resort fee, for use of the facilities, parking and wifi. Gerri had me go back and tell the desks we were Grand Pacific owners. They did reverse the resort fee. Our room wasn't ready until after 6 PM. As some consolation for the wait, we were given coupons good for appetizers at restaurant on the property. We went to the Activity Center to wait for our room, it was billed as a welcome party. But, all they had were some M&M's, chips and salsa and a choice of grape juice or lemonade.
When our room was ready we were delayed further by the shortage of luggage carts. They could take lessons from their sister resort, the Carlsbad Inn, and provide adequate carts.
We had pulled pork sandwiches for supper with cottage cheese and pineapple.
After supper we played a game of Mexican Train. I was ahead the entire game until the last round. Gerri won the game by a good margin.
It was after midnight when we got to bed.
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