Our journey began on flight QR905 at 10.55pm on the 3rd of August.
As unpleasant as long distance flights can be, this one was pretty uneventful. Until my partner Laura felt sick, couldn't open the sick-bag in time and vomited on the both of us.
The cause? Laura blamed it on eating too fast, but I blame it on Qatar's sick-bags needing to be ripped open before they can be used.
After that event, we spent the next 12 hours travelling in slightly smelling clothing arriving in Barcelona around 2pm on the 4th.
We are staying at Sant Jordi Hostel in the Gracia district, which is kind of like a Spanish version of Fitzroy (in Melbourne), only cooler. Thin one way streets bordered with an amalgamation of houses, bars and markets. Occasionally these streets open up to large squares where all the bars and cafes place tables and chairs to create a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.
Sant Jordi Hostel Rooftop & a nice quiet street in the Gracia district
5th: Today we had breakfast at Placa del Sol, trekked in the humid 30C heat to Parc Guell looking for a shady spot to read while chomping on some cheese and bread (get used to it).
However we have found ourselves lazing in the Parc de la Ciutadella, where the grass IS greener. Later at night we dined at a Syrian restaurant chain called Ugarit. Cheap, tasty & sizeable meals.
As unpleasant as long distance flights can be, this one was pretty uneventful. Until my partner Laura felt sick, couldn't open the sick-bag in time and vomited on the both of us.
The cause? Laura blamed it on eating too fast, but I blame it on Qatar's sick-bags needing to be ripped open before they can be used.
After that event, we spent the next 12 hours travelling in slightly smelling clothing arriving in Barcelona around 2pm on the 4th.
Sant Jordi Hostel Rooftop & a nice quiet street in the Gracia district
5th: Today we had breakfast at Placa del Sol, trekked in the humid 30C heat to Parc Guell looking for a shady spot to read while chomping on some cheese and bread (get used to it).
Organic Gaudi bridge in Park Güell
However we have found ourselves lazing in the Parc de la Ciutadella, where the grass IS greener. Later at night we dined at a Syrian restaurant chain called Ugarit. Cheap, tasty & sizeable meals.
Pretty green-water fountain. rather impressive
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