Ok... so I realized my last few posts have ALL been about reading. Since I'm working in a library and read a lot in my spare time, I'll say it's ok. But time to move on already, sheesh.
Other than reading, what have we been up to lately? Working!!! We're young and capable and like to work, so it's good. Especially when the weather forecast continues to NOT reflect spring (more snow tomorrow? Some rain would be nice instead.)
When (or if) the nice weather finally does arrive, I've decided I'm going to just live outside in my backyard in a tent or something. That's about how sick I am of being inside.
A few weeks ago, I wrote that Preston and I were trying to decide where to take our vacay this summer. We had kinda narrowed it down to five options, and this past weekend we decided for sure.
We'll be off to Mallorca, Spain July 20th until around July 30th. So we'll leave exactly a month after our 4th wedding anniversary (absolutely crazy we've already been married for almost 4 years!)
I keep looking at pictures of Spain and can't get over how beautiful it is. But I have a little 'problem' some may call it with beautiful places. I take pictures constantly.
I think Preston would prefer for us to go somewhere really, really ugly --- because he gets SO SICK of taking pictures. He told me that taking pictures is the only thing he's dreading about our trip. I guess I'll need to cut back on the camera time... or maybe not. We'll see.
It's so hard for me NOT to take pictures of everything, because who knows the next time we'll go back to Spain? Unless we completely fall in love with it, this will more than likely be the only time we go there. It's not on our list of places we must go to more than once (that list is pretty short!) And my memory's not good -- it's awful. So, pictures are good, right?! ... RIGHT?!?
Anyway, we're trying to decide what activities we want to do while we're there. So today while watching (cough) "Dancing with the Stars" (cough) and then "Django Unchained" we both were online researching. We know where we're staying for sure and when we're going for sure, and absolutely nothing else.
I found this article on the 14 biggest tourist traps in Mallorca, which was helpful. http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Europe/Spain/Balearic_Islands/Majorca_Island-261896/Tourist_Traps-Majorca_Island-TG-C-1.html
I feel like I might blink and it'll be July already. So, I'm trying to use this dreary weather as a time to get some planning in. I've been researching my little heart out and feeling overwhelmed with the number of activities available. So when everything gets overwhelming and out of control, I do what I do best: make a list. Well, two lists, actually in this case. And I'll include some pictures to make it more interesting for you. :)
Can't-Miss Activities:
(this is our no exceptions, won't get on the plane back home until we do all of these, can't-miss list)
1. "deep water soloing" in the sea near Santa Ponsa
It's ok... they have boats ready to swoop you out of the water if you fall and are knocked unconscious. Totally safe.
2. Valldemossa Tour (famous for inspiring Chopin during his stay there)
3. Hiking (and maybe horseback riding?) in the Serra de Tramuntana Mountains
4. Visit the 14th Century Castell de Bellver
5. Visit the Fundacio Joan Miro
6. Snorkeling -- we do this at every possible opportunity!
7. Eat popular local foods, such as Ensaimada and Coca de Patata
8. Visit the Cathedral La Seu
9. Day spent walking aimlessly around town, just seeing the sights
I read an article that said, "There are many things to discover here (Mallorca) like its Gothic architectures, hilltop villages, olive groves, hidden beaches and coves, castles..." Sounds good to me!
10. Day spent exploring our resort grounds/pool/beach area/spa
11. Visit Sa Calobra
Maybe Activities:
(would be fun, but wouldn't break our hearts completely if we don't have time for them)
1. Tour of Santa Catarina Winery in Andratx
2. Tour of La Petra and Montuiri Pearl and Leather Factory
3. Cave exploration -- they look amazing, but I've read they take huge groups and really rush you through them
4. Shopping
5. More museums (Es Baluard)
6. Golfing at one of the many courses
It is going to be the longest plane ride either of us has ever been on --- and I'm not completely sure weather-wise what to expect. My research says it'll probably be hot, but you never know. So I have a feeling I'll be packing a ton.
Been there, done that? Please be a dear and tell me if we're currently overlooking any can't-miss activities.
My hope is that the summer goes reeeeaaaalllly slowly, and it takes forever for our trip to get here. Because by that time we only have a couple months or so of nice weather left. If the nice weather ever gets here, which is doubtful. ;)
Are you taking a vacation this year? Where is the best place you've ever traveled?
xo,
Emily
