I'm glad you had a nice experience in Barcelona. I have to admit that it hasn't impressed me much... yet. I guess I just have a different set of preferences. I like that it is an extremely bike friendly city. Did you ride a bike a lot in Barcelona?

We are staying across the road from beaches, including a nude beach. Some people fully nude. The sand is kind of brownish in color.

Today we went to the Gothic quarter and to a notable cathedral. Tomorrow we might see the buildings by Gaudí. As for the food, haven't had enough here to decide by a long shot. Plus, it's tough with my husband's garlic allergy. I think Catalan food is heavy garlic focused. I look forward to tomorrow as a museum day. Dali Museum maybe? I also like Joan Miro, and they also have a Picasso Museum.

I suppose I am just more of a Francophile. Again, I am sure much more time would be needed for me to establish any firm thoughts on Barcelona. I think Seville (which I visited years back) is likely prettier in my view. I love their azulejos.

I think Barcelona is likely one too many places on our itinerary. Perhaps in the future, we will visit again with a different mindframe. I just feel so ill at ease in Barcelona. I felt good in France. We will return to France (southern) the day after tomorrow. Then on to Czech Republic, some days later.