Ronda: A Soft Sunset

Ronda was always Rick Steves' idea.

I'm really glad we had the time and opportunity to go, but those sheer drops around the city were a bit too intense for me!

Colorful Córdoba: To Be Continued...

I can't wait to return to Córdoba.

Granted, my ideas about Córdoba have been heavily romanticized by The Walking Drum and Royal Road to Romance.

The Final [Rough] Draft

And just like that, the itinerary has undergone one final makeover, only to be finished when I know for sure how long I can take my vacation!

After opening my mind to the possibility that there could be a better way: there was.

Decisions to Make

Here are the two possible itineraries for #IBIN2014, both able to be edited into 15 days or lengthened into 20-ish days. Barcelona didn't make the cut because it's a very easy weekend trip from Paris that I can do anytime with Marc, and in February, the beach isn't exactly a huge draw. I kind of feel the same way about Madrid, but keeping it on the table because the weather will be really warm there in February. Clearly, I'm not going to compromise on the Granada through Lisbon finish; that city sweep is the main reason I've always wanted to do this trip.