Thursday, June 13, 2013

"Brush up on your español, we're Barcelona bound"

I went on a lovely trip to Barcelona a couple of weeks ago, and I thought I'd share a few of my favorite moments and spots in the city. I was visiting 2 friends who live there, one Spanish and one American, both of whom I met in Dublin. It was so good to have a girly and relaxing weekend!

Parc Guell









A hidden courtyard behind Barcelona Cathedral






The Magic Fountain Light Show








La Champagneria



The champagneria is a magical place where Cava, the Spanish version of champagne, is served for only 2 euro a glass and tapas are no more than 3 euro each. I HIGHLY recommend stopping by this gem of a place!



I was also lucky enough to go to my Spanish friend Iris' hometown, Blanes, to meet her family and do some sight seeing. It was absolutely STUNNING!

Blanes



Barcelona is an absolutely beautiful city, and it would be a shame for anyone who is visiting Europe to miss it. The winding lanes and pretty plazas transported me to the fairytale lands I used to create in my mind as a child. It was so surreal getting to see a place that I've always dreamed of going to. 

The only negative experience I had while there was being robbed. One night after going dancing the girls and I went on the beach to enjoy the pretty views. I set my hand bag down beside my feet on top of my shoes and looked away for a minute. The next thing I knew, it was gone. Luckily I had only taken out a clutch so I didn't loose my passport or my whole wallet. My advice to you? Don't put your handbag/personal belongings down for anything. That goes for everywhere you're traveling, but just be especially careful in Barcelona! Happy Travels :)

xoxo,
Erin

12 comments:

  1. Cool! I am going to Barcelona in a few weeks and I cannot wait! I'm so going to follow you because you're from Ireland too! haha

    Sinead || http://sineaddreamingagain.blogspot.ie/

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    1. Awesome! :) I love all the photography on your blog, so beautiful!

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  2. How fun!! One of my best friends just got back from Barcelona too! I would love to go someday! Great pictures girl!

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    1. thank you so much :) You should definitely go if you can!

      xoxo

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  3. I dream of going!,
    Thanks for Sharing
    Xx-SJ
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    1. i hope you get to go one day, i promise you won't regret it. thanks for stopping by! :)

      xoxo

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  4. Oh my gosh, I was on holidays in Blanes a few years back! Amazing place :) x

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    1. It really is amazing! it has some kind of magic going on :)

      xoxo

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  5. I hope i can travel too! Nice post! BTW, new follower here from the Philippines. Mind to check mine too? Thank you!

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    1. Hi, thank you so much for stopping by :) I've always wanted to travel to the Philippines!

      xoxo,
      Erin

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