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bananaa · 06-04-2007, 09:03 PM

Hi there,

My boyfriend and i will be traveling in Spain for 14 days in july. i've never been to Spain, and there's no way to go everywhere i want to see in just two weeks. so, i'm looking for the best sort of "introductory" itinerary. i'm thinking of flying into madrid and out of Barcelona, or vice versa. though round trip from just one city is a possibility as well. I think Barcelona and Madrid are two "must go" cities for beginner.

we are in out early 30's and ideally, the trip would include a combination of a good deal of historical sight-seeing; some places good for taking in (or participating in) interesting culture and food; and a little bit of beach/relaxation (preferably toward the end, though not necessary). we're also interested in a day or 2 really off the beaten tourist path. we're both native spanish speakers and would be interested in visiting a small town or village away from most tourists to sort of see the 'real' spain. also, should we take into consideration the july heat and stick to northern/cooler regions? it's hard, because there are so many places to go, but we also want to take it slow, have a relaxing vacation, and not spend every minute in transit from one place to the next! Thanks in advance for your recommendations.
ps, is it will be scorching in July?

06-04-2007, 09:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
bananaa Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1	2-week itinterary: Spain for beginners Hi there, My boyfriend and i will be traveling in Spain for 14 days in july. i've never been to Spain, and there's no way to go everywhere i want to see in just two weeks. so, i'm looking for the best sort of "introductory" itinerary. i'm thinking of flying into madrid and out of Barcelona, or vice versa. though round trip from just one city is a possibility as well. I think Barcelona and Madrid are two "must go" cities for beginner. we are in out early 30's and ideally, the trip would include a combination of a good deal of historical sight-seeing; some places good for taking in (or participating in) interesting culture and food; and a little bit of beach/relaxation (preferably toward the end, though not necessary). we're also interested in a day or 2 really off the beaten tourist path. we're both native spanish speakers and would be interested in visiting a small town or village away from most tourists to sort of see the 'real' spain. also, should we take into consideration the july heat and stick to northern/cooler regions? it's hard, because there are so many places to go, but we also want to take it slow, have a relaxing vacation, and not spend every minute in transit from one place to the next! Thanks in advance for your recommendations. ps, is it will be scorching in July?


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