The People
Victoria Escalante and Sophie take a breather at "Four Posts", as Sophie quenches her thirst
Sophie is ready for some more sightseeing, but the heat seems to be getting to Victoria
Carlos D. finds a good vantage point for a good video shot
Diego finds the Spanish ground very interesting
Sophie shows off her tourist look with sunglasses up and toothpick in the corner of her mouth
Victoria, Jodie, and Diego stop for a minute
Sophie prepares to take the leap of faith as mom and brother provide support
Diego seems to be quite content during his first trip to Spain
Victoria takes a picture of Jodie and Sophie as Carlos wraps another video shoot
Sophie is a bit apprehensive during her first trip to the Riembau pool
Carlos D. points out something humorous to Carlos E. and Sophie
Carlos E,. Carlos D., Sophie, and Jodie head for some shopping in Girona
Yours truly enjoying some fine dining in Girona (yes, that is a beer). Beer is available at all McDonald's in Spain. Not shown in photo is the free belt I got as a bonus with the purchase of my Big Mac meal
Carlos D. and Sophie enjoy a relaxing moment in the Riembau pool
Miss Spain 2015
Enjoying the view... of the Mediterranean Sea of course!
Jose (a local police officer in Cadaques, and a friend of Carlos E.) gives us a personal tour of the town
Victoria and Sophie find a see-saw to have some fun on while we waited for a table for lunch during our trip to Cadaques
Carlos D. and Sophie explore the pool area at Salvador Dali's house in Port de Lligat
Towards the end of my favorite day of the trip, I enjoy a moment with Cadaques in the background
Sophie takes advantage of a "rest day" in our itinerary
Diego keeps himself entertained before he drops off to sleep for a nap
Various members of the family eagerly await lunch at Camping Riembau
Jodie, Carlos E,. Carlos D., and Cousin Beatriz Serrano are in awe as they stand before the massive Sagrada Familia cathedral in downtown Barcelona
Beatriz, Carlos D., Jodie, Sophie, and Diego pause for a photo during our stroll down La Rambla in Barcelona
Beatriz pushes Sophie down La Rambla
Jodie and Carlos D. spot something of interest as Diego demostrates his flexiblility
Carlos D. videotapes Sophie being entertained by a street performer
Diego enjoys a post-snack moment
Marta (Carlos E. Jr's girlfriend), Carlos Escalante Jr., and Carlos Serrano Jr. enjoy a relaxing moment
Carlos E., Carlos Serrano, Carlos D., and myself try to keep warm and dry during a freak rainstorm during our first night at Riembau.
Carlos D. serves himself up a glass of "Agua de Valencia" (Spanish alcoholic concoction) while his aunt MariAfri Escalante looks on
Enjoying some conversation with our camping next-door-neighbor Salvador
It's just about Jodie's bedtime!
MariAfri, Carlos D., and Raquel (Salvador's wife) have a little fun
Carlos E. is done for the night...
...as is Carlos S.
Salvador gets his summer haircut
Sophie takes one of her famous power naps
Cousins Victoria and Sophie do some bonding
Diego sports his cool hat
Carlos D. and I... doin' guy stuff
Diego kicks it with the gals
Raquel referees a game between Paula (one of Salvador and Raquel's daughters) and Sophie
Timeout!
Diego meets one of his aunts
Carlos D. displays a popular Spanish snack
Diego bonds with another one of his aunts, Mari Serrano
Uncle Manolo
Lunchtime!
Sophie blows bubbles with her new best friend Paula
Diego enjoys a rare moment alone
A chilly night at Riembau
Whaddaya know... it's time to eat again!
Aunt Mari
Check out those eyes!
Jodie shows her stuff in the kitchen
We can hardly stand the excitement as another meal is about to be served
Miriam plays a game to help her learn english as Sophie enjoys an ice cream
Salvador and Raquel's daughters Miriam and Paula
Sophie doesn't feel like walking, so aunt 'Afri gives her a lift
The guys wait patiently for the women to finish shopping
Jodie practices her spanish
Uncle Carlos S. helps Sophie with the water...
...which makes Sophie very happy!
Bonding with another proud aunt
Carlos E. is cookin' something up
Diego is one happy camper
Carlos E.'s buddy Miguel and his wife cook up some paella
The paella is almost ready...
...now to cover it and let it sit for a while
It's ready!
Everyone enjoys the result
Mmmmmm....
That's good eatin'!
More happy tummies! (mine grew considerably on this trip)
Carlos E. is already thinking about what's for dinner!
The younger folks' table hams it up for the camera
More family bonding
Siesta time!
I'll second that!
Diego finds a way to cool off in the heat
Sophie and Paula sit quietly and chat
Carlos E. and I unload the shopping cart
The Davis family poses for a shot inside the Sagrada Familia cathedral
Sophie and Diego crash out at the end of a great vacation
Last night before heading home first thing in the morning
The two Carlos Jr.s watch a little tube