The Taste Trekker

Good morning, good afternoon, and good evening to all our readers, wherever you are in the world! My husband and I are passionate about cruises and have enjoyed six wonderful voyages over the past few years. We are thrilled to announce that our next adventure is just around the corner in July, when we will explore the beautiful Mediterranean. This will be a first-time experience for both of us, as neither of us has visited this part of Europe.

In anticipation of our upcoming cruise, I have decided to create a series of blog posts showcasing the unique charm of each port we will be visiting. From must-see attractions and hidden gems to the best places to eat, join us as we embark on this exciting journey together. Scroll down to check out our itinerary and get ready to be inspired for your next adventure!

The Itinerary:

Day 1: Leave Southampton
Day 2: Sea Day
Day 3: A Coruña
Day 4: Sea Day
Day 5: Sea Day
Day 6: Malaga
Day 7: Alicante
Day 8: Sea Day
Day 9: Toulon
Day 10: Barcelona
Day 11: Sea Day
Day 12: Cadiz
Day 13: Sea Day
Day 14: Sea Day
Day 15: Back at Southampton

Barcelona, Things To Do & Places To Eat:

Spotify Camp Nou: Visit the home of the Barcelona Football Club.
Barcelona Zoo: Exotic animals in natural habitats.
Arc de Triomf: Classical archway built back in 1888.
Basílica de la Sagrada Família: The renowned unfinished church, started back in the 1880s.
Columbus Monument: Ornate 1888 Corinthian monument topped with Christopher Columbus.
Barceloneta Beach: Popular swimming and lounging beach.
Plaça de Catalunya: Central, tree-lined, sculpture-filled square.
Casa Batlló: Curving-dragon roofed apartment created by Antoni Gaudí.
Museu de la Xocolata: Museum depicting famous artworks rendered in chocolate.
La Rambla: Notable street in Barcelona. *Careful of pickpockets & scam artists here
Picasso Museum Barcelona: A Medieval mansion with an extensive collection.
Cathedral of Barcelona: Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters.
Ruma’s Coffee: One of the best coffee shops in Barcelona.
Gelaaati Di Marco: The best place to get gelato.

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Thank you for taking the time to read our blog post. Have you visited Barcelona? Do you have any recommendations for Barcelona? If so, drop us a comment down below, and we’ll make sure to add it to our list!