I managed to find a cheap hotel room and rented a car for $35. I went out for a nice dinner and met a family who surprised me and paid for my bill (perhaps I should eat alone more often!). I then decided to hit some bars. And this is where my 24 hour mileage run got interesting.— Andrew Kimmel (@andrewkimmel) December 31, 2019
The bar manager was now threatening me. He grabbed me and brought me to an ATM outside. I refused to take out cash. So he called the police, of which I welcomed. Surely the Mexican police would understand the situation 🤦♂️— Andrew Kimmel (@andrewkimmel) December 31, 2019
The police bring me to a jail somewhere outside of Cabo. I asked if they could at least get my passport back. They laughed and said they’re locking me up for 30 minutes then letting me go. I’m placed in a cell with a guy from the UK who got into a fight.— Andrew Kimmel (@andrewkimmel) January 1, 2020
Three hours goes by. “Capitan? Capitan?” I shout through the bars. It’s now daytime and my cell mate tells me he’s gotta take a shit, but there’s no toilet paper. There is a blanket covering the window, so I suggest he take it off and use that. And he did.— Andrew Kimmel (@andrewkimmel) January 1, 2020
And the eventual punchline:
Reaching Executive Platinum status isn't easy. For those who make it, the benefits are amazing! We're happy you'll make your goal!— American Airlines (@AmericanAir) December 31, 2019