Barcelona Thursday 23rd February

Weather not so nice today a bit dull but still warm. We stopped off for lunch. Arthur had a catalunyan soup and grilled fish.

I had a ham tortilla and chicken escalope. Arthur had a beer and I asked for rose wine she brought me a bottle I did manage two glasses of it. It was a great deal for 10euros, neither of us could have the pudding. 

We watched a film crew set up for an act that appeared to be called ankle breakers, the security were everywhere, we don't know who they are but there was no fans around but what a set up. All the crew were having their lunch, it looked amazing.

We then headed over to Sagrada Familia, the queue to get in was ridiculous so we gave it a miss, so we just walked round to get some photos of it, this is the first time I have seen it without scaffolding round it, the last twice we have been you couldn't get near it.

Have just returned to the hotel to rest my wee legs. We have covered some miles over the past few days. We will go out later for dinner but will have an early night as tomorrow we head to Quesada to see David and Carol. 

Barcelona Wednesday 22nd February.

We headed out at 915am headed to the metro. Got the metro to La Rambla it was a beautiful sunny morning we walked down the length of la Rambla making a detour into the market for Arthur to get a wee snack. Wild Deer sausages.

It seemed appropriate to stop for breakfast. I had my favourite Bocadilla Francesca an omelette baguette. Arthur had bacon and eggs.

After another wander we headed to the harbour and booked a boat trip. It was a lovely day for a sail on the water.

We wandered about again and caught the metro back to the hotel for a wee rest.

Headed out to Glories which is a large shopping mall with lots of eateries around. It was about a mile from the hotel, a really pleasant walk. We had a look round the mall then headed out to find a restaurant.

We came across Mussol which is a catalunyan restaurant. We had stuffed olives and copa bread to start with. The bread was amazing it is like focaccia toasted with tomatoes rubbed on top of it, they give you alioli to put on it, it was so garlicky but delicious. I then took chicken on skewers with mushrooms onions and peppers. You also got a little pan of baked veg. Absolutely delicious. Arthur had a tiny little chicken spatchcock it came with baked potatoes and baked veg. We shared a bottle of wine, Arthur had a small beer and I had a coke. I couldn't eat another thing we got the bill and it was 36 euros no wonder the place is really busy. A great restaurant. 

We then had a nice leisurely walk home and it was so nice to be out and about at night time.

A fabulous day all in all.

Limoge to Barcelona Tuesday 21st February 2017

After a few hours sleep after the alarm debacle we got on our way to Barcelona. 450 miles later we arrived in sunny Barcelona we booked into our hotel Capri by Fraser we were given a studio apartment it is absolutely beautiful, so modern and spacious. This gift was courtesy of Gayle and Steven and Gareth for our Xmas. It has been a lovely sunny day. We got washed and changed then headed out locally to nearby cafe where we had a well waited for meal, really good. We have come back to the hotel to chill and have an early night to be ready for our excursions in Barcelona tomorrow I am sure Arthur is enjoying not having to drive around the city.

Folkestone to Limoge 20th February 2017

Continuing our journey we boarded the euro tunnel at 6.25 and the train left at 6.50 it was alright but I much prefer the ferry. Arthur thought it was brilliant from a driving point of view. Another 500 miles later and we were at Limoge, rubbish weather and raining, however we had a beautiful meal in the restaurant across from our hotel The B&B number 1. The restaurant was called au top roullier. You helped yourself to a buffet salad and dessert table and the main meal was served to you. I could have eaten the salad bar all night. I chose grilled pork and Arthur had the coly fish in a Buerre blanc sauce. Lovely meal then we headed back to the hotel as we were getting up at 5am to continue our journey. We were enjoying a lovely sleep when we were rudely awakened by the extremely noisy fire alarm. You could just hear everyone moving about so we quickly had to evacuate the hotel. Typical it would be raining just as we are herded out to the carpark. I was like a right loonie in my nightdress and coat. At least my red shoes matched my nightgown. One can never afford to let standards slip.

Kilwinning to Folkestone 19th February 2017

We are beginning yet another road trip. We left this morning at 7.30 and just took our time getting to The Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone we are leaving for France tomorrow. It was approx 500 miles.

Quesada Oct 3rd - 20th 2016

Just spent two weeks with David and Carol in their lovely house. They both look fantastic the Spanish air is totally agreeing with them. We were at a bbq with their local neighbourhood committee everyone makes a dish and brings it along it was a fair choice as there are several different nationalities. I even managed to swim in the pool most days. Carol and David think I'm mad but they are a couple of softees now. As usual had a wonderful time plenty dining out, the food is very good in their local area. Will be returning in February cannot wait.