Sunday, June 24, 2012

observations on Barcelona

lots of pretty empty streets and what seems to be alley ways that feel semi sketch but are actually the norm and are safe

there is not a lot of crime here, so that is good to know

fireworks sound like gunshots and are not that impressive.

catalan is like french and spanish combined

castillano refers to spanish

everything here is way cheap (well especially compared to London)

lots of amazing produce from litle markets and outdoor markets in general

people are so warm and friendly, sure there are men who are immature and feel like they have to mimic mock or make kissy noises, but for the most part they leave you alone

the metro is easy! biking is easy! Id even ride a motorcycle or a vespa here, soooo cool.

the beach is where its at, and there is such a culture of just being there

everything is rather sweet. it is common to offer someone something sweet also when they come to your house. popsicles or polos as they are called, are popular especially this time of year

wearing shorts all day and all night, friggen amazing

tapas are rich and abundant

there are lots of alternative, complementary and new age shops around

i have made more friends in three days than in three months in london, people here are so friendly!



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