España: Land of Toros and Tapas

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June 5th 2006

Published: July 5th 2006

Hello Everyone! The Kingdom of Spain (the official name) was our next destination after the great time we had in Paris, and Madrid - our first stop in Spain - was a great introduction to the country. They had “good eats” (Calamari sandwiches are very popular), friendly people, great museums, and bullfights. We took an overnight train there and shortly after we found our hostel and settled i... Read Full Entry

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Ben Johnson

wherearewenow

I am sorry that I wasn't able to update the blog to include all of the traveling adventures, but after returning to the US, experienced a big life change and needless to say the wherearewenow has changed to whereamInow. I had great adventures after Europe, especially in countries like Kenya and India - so if you want to know more, just ask. ... full info

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27th June 2006

Mary (Mom) Wright
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It's not easy being green...
Hi! I'm sure I'd be green, too. Rick Steves reviewed a bullfight on one of his programs and that (plus your photos) are as close as I need to be. But the views of the hanging houses and the "fancy" post office are great! On-on!

28th June 2006

The Wondering Wanderers
Scott & Kate

Damn Looney Tunes!
Glad to hear I'm not the only one who was duped by Looney Tunes! I only recently found out what really happens at a bullfight and I don't think I ever want to see one :S Keep up the fabulous blogs! - Katei (The Wondering Wanderers)

28th June 2006

anonymous
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To la Senorita
Heather, what are you doing out on that ledge without a rope? I guess travel suits you, because you look lovely in the photos (with one exception). In need hug, Dad.

28th June 2006

anon
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Ole
Keep up the blogs. They are great to read.

28th June 2006

laila
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who are those guys?
who are those guys? heather, what's going on? are you scoring ben some free drinks? man, i would be so jealous if fred started chumming up to a group of guys in a bar. i definetly would not be able to take a picture of the scene. enjoy your travels! you're missing out on some freaky weather back here. ps: bring me back a red clansman please.

28th June 2006

Amanda
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Cool stuff as usual guys! I am still in awe at all the things you have done and are still doing...it is all so amazing! Keep on truckin' ! :)

29th June 2006

Jaiilton
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Saudações
Olá hispanos, como vão? Cuidado com os touros... espero que não se machuquem! Boa vigem e até a próxima!!! Por favor, naõ comprem aqueles santinhos, eles aõ muito féios...

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