The last entry of this series.

August 17 – 20, 2019

We wrapped up our European adventure by exploring Barcelona for four days. There is never enough time to fully explore a city of this size fully steeped in history, architecture, food, and culture. Just as in Paris, Pamplona, Burgos, and Leon we are left with a feeling of “if we had one more day.”
We are staying in a hostel for the last time. A blessing that fell into our laps. We are in a private room with four beds one block away from the waterfront. True to Vidal’s sense of exploring, our love of the water, and not having had enough hiking 🤷‍♀️ we took to the ground to explore the harbor front and the maritime museum our first full day. We closed the evening with a Mediterranean sunset cruise.
Upon the suggestion of several friends we toured the Bascilica de la Sagrada Familia. We were not prepared for the overwhelming emotions that overtook us as we stepped into this magnificent church. Velma, you told us it would be like nothing we’ve ever seen in our lives. I didn’t understand the fullness of your statement until that moment. The intellect of Gaudi’s design and the the ability of those who have and continue to assist in completing his vision is mind boggling.
We have fallen in love with Spain and hope to return one day. Perhaps we will walk the Camino Norte (along the coast), witness the completed renovations to the Catedral de Santiago de Compostela and La Sagrada Familia. Explore the many other cities and coastal towns we didn’t have an opportunity to visit. Until then, we are so happy to be home and it truly has been a Buen Camino. Be blessed y’all!