I seem to find myself in numerous places that Mr. Hemingway traveled too. (Paris, Barcelona, Up North, Sun Valley, Key West, Chicago) What's next? Kansas City or Africa?
We Found Barcelona, Salut July 10th 2012 Five weeks into this adventure, and I leaving France for the first time. Just as the French way of life was taking roots, I was going to pull them right out. The past few weeks have been rainy and cold in Nantes, my arms and legs that have been covered up with long sleeves and pants and were begging to see some sun. It is kind of weird trying to go somewhere warmer during the month of July. My apo ... read more
Europe » Spain » Catalonia » Barcelona Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more
Traveling is one of the greatest things to do on this planet. The advantages are endless, except for emptying out bank accounts. Meeting new people, seeing the world through someone else's eyes, understanding new perspectives, experiencing different cultures, and getting out of the beloved comfort zone, are the main reasons for my venturing off into the unknown.
While traveling, I have made a promise to myself to stray away from tourist traps and commercialized areas. I want to experience the culture, the way of life, the true destination that I am inhibiting for a short period of time. T... full info