For the next 30 days this is the view from my home in the Gothic neighborhood, next to the Port in Barcelona. It is a great view onto a square and the tip of the port area.
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Since retiring from the City of Tampa, my desire was to spend a full month in Barcelona and immerse myself into the culture. I plan on exploring the city, eating true Spanish food at restaurants that located off the beaten path and walk at least five miles a day.
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For the next month this is my home. After much research, I found it on an Airbnb. It is small but laid out well and nicely designed. Plus what sold me, is the view and location.
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It is cool today, about 55 degrees and cloudy now, and for the next few days. But the sun should poke through over the weekend.
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Today will be low key as I'm tired from the long trip, but I took a long walk around my place to familiarize myself with the area, and plan to have my first authentic meal for dinner.
Hello Barcelona!
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