midnightradio84

You know… I got lost in this park and was harassed by many strange Spanish men. That being said, I’d go back. Just don’t go off the beaten path unless you have a buddy or are really tough! Gaudi’s work is awesome, and you can see the whole city from the park. OH yeah… it’s A LOT of walking. Like. a lot.

La Sagrada Familia is so beautiful. I didn’t have any money to go inside, but I think I will do it next time. This building is incredible, and it’s also easily accessible by public transit, and surrounded by places to eat and buy souvenirs.

I love Spain. It’s probably the most relaxed and tourist-friendly country I’ve visited. It helps to speak Spanish since people don’t speak English as widely here as they do in many other Western European countries. I would definitely visit Spain again. Madrid, Barcelona, and San Sebastian are amazing cities. Nightlife in Spain is CRAZY!

The Stork club is definitely worth visiting. It’s one of the few cool places Oakland has. Collectible Barbie dolls line the walls over the bar. $2 PBR. Local bands. Go see Shannon & the Clams.

Santorini is a beautiful and peaceful island. I stayed at the campground which was very inexpensive and right on the beach. Don’t come here if you’re on a tight schedule. My experience here was exactly what I wanted in a Greek Island getaway vacation, and more. The water is clear & beautiful, the weather is lovely, the black sand beaches are awesome!

Cinque Terre is one of the most beautiful places in the world. If you leave before noon you should be able to hike all 5 cities by sundown during the summer. The water is clean and warm enough to go swimming and cliff diving. There are cute little restaurants and bars along the way so it didn’t seem like a big long hike. The views are breathtaking. I would love to go here again.