One more thing I forgot to mention when it comes to first impressions
One of the things I was excited about when planning to come to Lisbon was the history of discoveries. Famous explorers took off to the unknown seas and lands, some of them starting their journeys from Portugal and Spain. Liked the
Finally reached Lisbon. Wanted to see the city for so long and when have landed, couldn’t stop looking out of the window! Took the bus from the airport, it seemed like a good idea, since there was a stop at
Took my small suitcase the next day and went to the airport. I am going to leave Barcelona for five days or so, and then come back, to spend few more nights here and catch the flight home. Waiting to board
Had one more day to spend in the city, visited everything I planned to, and so, I was going to take it easy now. The whole day ahead of me to stroll, take few more pictures. It was still rushing
Was so excited to go to the Montjuic mountain! Had a great day ahead of me, and have decided to begin my wanders from the beach! Sure, it was late November, not the swimming season, but it was sunny and breezy
Back from Figueres, time to look for that Picasso Museum in Barcelona, but also to chase the landmarks of the city which were actually the legacy of the great artist Joan Miro. Already knew that Picasso Museum was in Montcada Street
Another beautiful morning. Late November, but sunny, around 17 degrees, just perfect for an excursion out of the city. And what an excursion that is going to be! When ever thinking about traveling to Barcelona, I always reminded myself that I
One of the districts not to be missed in the city is certainly Barcelona's Gothic Quarter. It stretches along La Rambla Street and it radiates its own charm. There is nothing you can compare to a walk along those too
My favorite spot in Barcelona is probably Antoni Gaudi's Casa Batllo building. Just couldn’t wait to get there, to look at it up close. Could not even believe that it actually is that colorful in person. And it was more
Promised myself not to rush that afternoon, but to take nice stroll down Barcelona's La Rambla Street. Charming pedestrian path that connects Placa de Catalunya to Christopher Columbus Monument at Port Vell. Recognized all those Barcelona landmarks from photos I
My first day in Barcelona! Took a long breath and glanced through the window, rushed down for breakfast, then back up to my room to take the camera and the book I bought the night before. Gaudi, here I come! Took
When traveling to European countries, I often go as I would if strolling the streets of my own home town, since nothing is that far, the flights are not long, don’t have to carry a lot of luggage etc. (That
TRAVEL TO BARCELONA AND LISBONHave a cup of tea and enjoy reading about traveling to Barcelona and Lisbon, since we will be hopping from one side of the Old Continent (where we were during the last blog series - in
One of the top tourist attractions in Cappadocia Turkey is by far a hot air balloon ride over this magical place. It gives an unforgettable view of the whole region of Cappadocia. As you take off for sunrise, you will