The land of Sangria and chocolate dipped churros! Spain is a beautiful country filled with great destinations and nightlife. I was fortunate to visit 4 cities including the famous party island, Ibiza! Alicante was the first and more relaxing of the 4 (probably should’ve ended there). It’s definitely has the little town by the sea vibe and was worth going to. From there I took the ferry to Ibiza where I was fortunate to attend David Guetta’s opening night at Ushuaia! If you ever go and short on time make sure you go to Playa Cala Conte at sunset, its worth the 45 minute drive. Flew into Madrid after where I spent a few days eating at the Mercado De San Miguel and exploring the city’s beautiful architecture as well as it’s palaces. Taking an overnight bus from Madrid to Barcelona was probably one of my biggest mistakes during this trip, don’t do it. Arriving to the city that ultimately belongs to Antoni Gaudi, rightfully so, was like going to a one of a kind whimsical town full of art and history. Of course there is no way you can go to Barcelona without visiting the iconic La Sagrada Familia Basilica, Gaudi’s most famous piece of art. Make sure you do the audio tour, it makes a huge difference! Just near the La Boqueria in La Rambla is the Gothic Quarters, home to one of the oldest chocolate streets in the world and I couldn’t resist but walk down the narrow lane filled with amazing chocolates to both eat and drink!!!
Travel Tips:
Pack light if you plan to move around, it’s not easy.
Buy a train pass in Madrid; it was the easiest city to get around in and cost the least.
WATCH OUT for pickpockets EVERYWHERE you go!!!
Do a walking tour the first day you arrive to a new city, it gives you a little history of the city, things to do for the rest of your stay and possibly new friends to hangout with during your trip.
Rent a car or even better a Vespa in Ibiza but look at the car they’re referring to before you sign a contract because you’re not necessarily getting what they’re describing to you.
EAT!!! Try all of the different tapas and paella you can get. Stay away from restaurants on La Rambla street; they’re more famous for the street they’re on than they are for their actual food.
DRINK!!! Definitely have sangria even if you’re not a fan. Bars will typically give you free tapas when you order a drink, be thankful and eat it.
