Sometimes, when you travel, you only have a short period of time to be in one place.  The last time I was in Barcelona, I only had one day to explore.  This means I never slowed down but I did get to see a lot considering the amount of time I was there. I will […]

The major work of renowned architect, Gaudi, the Sagrada Familia (Church of the Sacred Family) is a magnificent and unique architectural structure, prompting many critics to pronounce it the only church like it in the world. You can check out the all of the photos of Montserrat and Sagrada Familia on my travel blog Southern […]

On March 5th, we arrived in Barcelona, Spain.  I wanted to go to Spain when I was taking Spanish in high school but I haven’t given much thought about it since then and that was back in the 80’s.  Barcelona was beautiful and I was surprised at how much I enjoyed exploring Barcelona.  You can […]

Plaça de Catalunya.  Placa de Catalunya is a large square in central  Barcelona, Spain  that is generally considered to be both its city center and the place where the old city and new meet.   It is  known for its fountains and statues, its proximity to some of Barcelona’s most popular attractions, and for the flocks of pigeons that gather in the […]

When my daughter and I were planning this trip and I saw Barcelona, Spain on the cruise port list, I thought it would be a nice place to visit but I have to admit that  it wasn’t on my bucket list of places to see.  Let me just go on record as saying “put Barcelona […]

When my daughter and I were planning this trip and I saw Barcelona, Spain on the cruise port list, I thought it would be a nice place to visit but I have to admit that  it wasn’t on my bucket list of places to see.  Let me just go on record as saying “put Barcelona […]