"Barcelona: Europe Old and New. " a Barcelona Travel Page by gilescorey

So, I finally up and did it. I left Los Angeles.

As a citizen of Ireland, I have the option of living throughout Europe. Missing my family, and working in the wine industry, Spain seemed a natural fit. Got myself a good understanding of Spanish and an affection for a Mediterranean climate. So, Barcelona it is.

For now.

Between Catalan and the local accent, I find myself wandering around grunting like Nell, stumbling out of the woods and speaking her own language. What was I thinking?

¨"Tay en thuh winn..."

Well, I love this city. I do. New and Old at the same time. Vespas and Guadi. Gothic weight and the effervescence of modern Europe. Will she love me? Hmmm...

This is my beginning here, and I´m doing my damn best. But, Autumn might find me decamping to Dublin or London. One´s words carry weight, but not if you don´t know what the Hell you´re saying...

I don't know about you, but I have an affection for cities that view their history as an afterthought. It suggests full confidence in their legacy - their place in the world. Barcelona is one of those cities. it contains all the energy and freneticism of a modern city on the edge of progress, and the gravitas of old Europe.

Some, here, describe Barcelona as a "small city".

Really? With it´s dense character, wild nightlife, and boisterous street culture, it sure seems a Hell of a lot bigger than LA.

Can walk right outside and hail a cab...Hella.