My alarm woke me up at 8am, I stretched my arms above my head and took a deep breath. My neck was stiff and legs achy. We were nearing the end of our holiday and didn't want to return home shattered. Consequently, we decided to change our plans sightly. Instead of walking another day along... Continue Reading →
We checked out of Casa Sara bright and early before wondering around Pontevedra. Finding a supermarket, we stocked up on supplies before heading off. These were mostly chocolate based. My brother invested in a litre of cacolatte milk which did not last long at all. We also purchased chocolate yoghurts, fruit breakfast bars and pastries.... Continue Reading →
Having a comfortable lie-in was magical. We made our way to breakfast where we enjoyed pastries and yoghurt. Feeling refreshed it was time to set off. I thanked the receptionist for our stay. She kissed me goodbye and pointed us in the right direction. The day began walking downhill (what a treat). This did not... Continue Reading →
'Vivir Catalonia,' (live Catalonia) the protesters chanted. Boarding the packed Metro train in the centre of Barcelona; teenagers, middle aged citizens and even those considerably older, squished onto the carriage wrapped in Catalonia's yellow and red flag. They proudly wore the emblem demonstrating their passion for their home region. While, their patriotism was comforting, I... Continue Reading →
With super cheap flights to Mallorca, it seemed rude not to go. I flew from London to Palma (Mallorca's capital) and back for just £80 with Easy Jet. A couple of months ago when I was playing around with Google Flights, Mallorca was the cheapest, sunniest, option. Not thinking too much about it I booked the... Continue Reading →
DAY ONE - Deia to Refugi de Muleta Guide book in hand, rucksack securely fastened and sun-cream generously applied, I jumped off the bus ready for my adventure. I had just taken the comfortable 210 from Palma's bus station to the quaint town of Deia for the grand total of €2.85. Keen to embark upon my trek I followed the... Continue Reading →
Websites, books and fellow travelers claim the Sagrada Familia to be the number one site to see in Barcelona, having seen it, I can confirm that it is a spectacular work of art. It is astonishing to think that we, man kind have the ability to build such a ginormous, majestic, stunning building. Sagrada Familia's... Continue Reading →
Hopping off the air conditioned Spanish metro at station Catalunya and journeying up the escalators you will be greeted with the hustle and bustle of the lively city Barcelona, directly in front of you is the tree lined, commercial Ramblas Street. This district is highly touristic with all your holiday gimmicks, from restaurants to souvenir... Continue Reading →
We are going on a bear hunt 