Sóller, Mallorca

Sóller is found in the north-west tip of the island of Mallorca (the Balearic Islands of Spain).

On the fourth day of my sailing trip I got there by yacht a 18 hour sail from Barcelona. I can't really tell you how beautiful it was as I was a bit ill, all I can say is I saw the back part of the boat.

But everyone on board did tell me how beautiful the journey was and the sweet visit of dolphins swimming and jumping by the boat.

Anyhow, the city was definitely worth the bumpy ride. It was so beautiful I forgot the boat ride in about 30 minutes once I got a glance at the beautiful crystal water and the clear sands.

Sóller is a beautiful small city surrounded by orange and lemon trees. The center, Plaça Constitució is surrounded by cafés and tiny boutiques. You can be sipping coffees and lemonades all day.

Near the main train station there is an interesting museum you just cant miss with pieces of work by famous Spanish artists such as: Antoni Gaudí and Pablo Picasso.

If anyone is planning a trip through the island of Mallorca; the train ride from Palma to Sóller is one of the must dos.

I'm definitely going back to visit soon.


Nana

Hola Barcelona!

Day 1
Had a wonderful smooth flight to Barcelona, Spain. First time in Spain. The weather was perfect. The sun was shinning and the sky was clear.

The morning started with a ride to the harbour. Port de Balis.
A beautiful port one of many ports that hold luxurious yachts in Spain.
My friends and I arrived our boat that we will be spending the next two weeks on.

The first night we strolled around the port and the near by beach. It felt good to be by the sea again.

This port has one of the most delicious seafood restaurants I've ever been to.
El Racó Del Navegant
Wonderful service. Delicious food. It has a great atmosphere.
Its a 40 minute away tram ride from the centre of Barcelona but completely worth the ride.

There exact address and information.

C/ Port Balís, 23
08392 Sant Andreu De Llavaneres, España
Tel: 937 928 613

I had never been to Barcelona before so this was a really exciting trip. Things that I believe is a must do and buy while in Barcelona.

List:
1. Enjoy a pitcher of Sangria ( I recommend the area at Port Vell)
2. Try out the different Tapas. (Many finger foods that you just can't resist)
3. Shop around the Las Ramblas. There are many stalls selling jewellery, hats, scarves ect..
4. Try a seafood plate of Paella.
5. Palau de la Generalitat
6. Casa del Arcediano
7. Palau de la Musica Catalana
8. Gothic Cathedral
9. Check out the architecture by Antoni Gaudí. You'll find in many different locations. Finca Güell, Bellesguard, Colegio Teresiano, Casa Mila, Palau Güell and many more.


Well here are some. I only had a very short period but this is what I got to see and enjoy.