After a wonderful three days in Barcelona we were ready to continue our Spanish adventure in Madrid. Rather than dealing with airport security lines, we took high-speed rail from Barcelona to Madrid.
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Regaling the Palace, Museums, and Vibrant Neighborhoods of Madrid
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Admiring Sagrada Familia, Barca Football, and Enjoying Great Food
We had been to Barcelona more than a few times before, so when I booked us a hotel right near Las Ramblas. It felt like stepping back into familiar territory. Since we only had a few short days to spend in the city, I figured we would keep our itinerary…
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Unexpected Port of Call in Portugal, Morocco, and Spain
In our last article, we shared the unique vibe and community on board our transatlantic crossing with Virgin Voyages. In this post, we want to take you along for the journey on land and talk about our port visits.
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Party Time At Sea On The Scarlet Lady
Growing up in California, getting to South Florida for a week-long cruise was always an absolute ordeal. It took a full, exhausting travel day just to reach the starting line. Now that we’re living our roving retirement, I finally understand why Midwesterners treat cruising like a casual weekend hobby.
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A Quick Visit Home to See Dentists, Finish Patio Projects, and Gear Up for Five Months Away
After more than six weeks of skiing, the return to Playa meant maintenance overdue on just about everything — including us.
