The arrow is the area of Mont Blanc that was our goal today. We made it and it was so gorgeous. It is called Plan de l’ Aiguille. Click to see arrow

We hiked over 10 miles of elevation at 9,000 feet. So peaceful! We are whipped, but it was so worth it!

We are hiking these French Alps

We had an incredible experience getting up the mountain and then climbing over 600 steel steps down, attached to the side of the mountain precipice, into a glacier cave. We actually went INSIDE the glacier!! It was stunningly beautiful and such a cool experience. It is hard to see the effects of global warming in action. These glaciers are disappearing .

Backpacking in Europe! Headed for the French alps by way of Turin, Italy today

We ended this day at e harbor for dinner. We had Seafood paella ( OMG it’s the bob!) and grandmothers seafood soup! We got a local recommendation while eating gelato on the petit late afternoon. Bryce Thad to take a night dip in the Mediterranean before heading home. We covered over thirteen milesIt’s been such a magical day together!

We are nerds! Had to see Picasso and Gaudi

Mecardo de la Boqueria is one of the largest public markets in the world. After exploring, we decided on treats of prosciutto, chees, Iberian ham, croissants, fried octopus, and coffee! We just wandered and bought a bite here and a bite there until we decided to sit and order coffee with it.

Spain has a beautiful tradition of serving meals Tapas style. Small portions of wonderful bites meant to share with family and friends over long, lively conversations. Dinner time is typically starting around 9:00pm. Our first meal was incredible! ! We shared:

Roasted pork and pepper baguettes

Potato carbreaos

Grilled cuddle fish

Fried little fish

Clams in olive oil and pesto

Prawns

Ham & cheese croquettes

Sangria

Perfect start!