Normally, vacations seem to fly by, but the two weeks we spent in Spain in May felt like a good, long holiday. We savoured every day, filled up on castles, cathedrals and tapas, and enjoyed almost perfect weather. After spending six days in Barcelona, we then had one day each in Valencia, Cordoba, Granada, Seville, Madrid, and Girona. We finished off with one day in Lyon, France and two days in Vevey, Switzerland.
A few observations of note: Facecloths, hair conditioner and tissues are not standard issue in the vast majority of Spanish hotels; both the dotted and the solid lines on roads in Spain are only suggestions; your Spanish driver will NOT scrape the mirrors off the side of the car going down lanes that would challenge a bicyclist.
I didn’t write a word through the whole trip, though I did spend a few hours the first few days updating files with retailers and distributors for the May 30 release of Penance (Now titled Lethal Waters). The break from all writerly things was just what I needed.
Here are a few pics from our visit to Spain in May. (Seems I can’t take a straight picture to save my life–it’s a good thing there’s software to fix that!)
I’m pleased you had a good time. Your pictures look excellent. I can’t take one to save my life. 🙂
Thanks, Olga. Absolutely loved Spain.
Sounds like a fabulous holiday. Now that you’re refreshed, I’m sure you’re chomping at the bit to be writing again.
It was, Kristin. Lovely to have you stop by. Book IV comes out tomorrow … that’ll keep me busy for a while!
Congratulations!
Enjoyed your photos. I can’t take a straight photo either. Never realized that until I used one of those programs too. I bet it was nice to take a break from the writing.
The break was just what I needed and I’m once again enjoying the writing. Best of luck with The Blue Nightgown – I downloaded it today!
Thanks, Joanne. Hope you enjoy it.
Lovely, JP! I can’t wait to go and visit my friends in Altea!!
Lucky you!
I’m glad for you: that’s a fantastic trip. Nice to see these wonderful pictures. I love all Europe, every country has very unique places to visit, and there is soooo much of history, art and music.
Sigh. Spain has been on my list for a long time. These are wonderful pictures. Don’t know if I’d get into a vehicle while there though. 😀
It was a real treat to be there. I wouldn’t worry about getting into a vehicle–just make sure your driver is Spanish!
Awesome photos! Love the pots on the wall. What a great place to recharge.
I should have taken a photo of the poles they use to water them! Thanks for stopping by.
Chateau de Gruyere!!!
I know! Heaven…
Thanks, and yes–I was very happy NOT to be the one driving.
You apparently had a fab and inspiring trip – Spain is always worth a visit. Happy writing, JP! 🙂
Thanks, Karen.
Looks so fabulous, JP. You must be feeling supercharged to start writing again 😊
Thanks Bianca … I am and it feels great.