How fun! Looks like you found a great mix of upscale and funky shops. Trips like this are why I am firmly Team Checked Bag.

Me too, cat2! Team Checked Bag reporting for duty!

I even take along a small packable duffle bag on every trip -- it comes in handy for so many things during the course of my travels (carrying dirty laundry, an overnight bag for a stop in one location so a whole big bag doesn't need to be lugged from the car, etc), and can be a godsend if a check-in bag is stuffed beyond the limits for the trip home!

I am Queen Checked Bag!

High Five to both of you

We always bring back things for our home, presents for others, and groceries from our trip! That won't fit into a carry on. The reason we have fun things from around the world in our home is because of checked bags!

Same, Angie! I do a good bit of birthday and Christmas shopping on my travels.

What fabulous souvenirs of what looks to have been an amazing trip.

Congratulations on getting cool, new stuff! Lovely!

Love it all!! And I am especially fascinated by the McQueen scarf--wonder what technique they used to get that flame effect.

Happy belated birthday! It sounds like it was amazing. And what a thoughtful DH!

Many belated happy returns of the day

Happy belated birthday !


And what a great birthday you had. I’m in love with both pairs of sneakers ! The Chloe in navy, speechless. This are just so good. But the retro red pair, perfect. And the sandals, retro and so now! Fab. As is is the rest of what you picked up.

What a great way to spend your birthday! I especially like the sneakers in #1 and the sandals in #2.

Happy belated birthday! I’ve enjoyed seeing photos of your trip - what a wonderful experience. The scarf and the ring specifically seem VERY Janet to me. I love your special souvenirs.