MOROCCO & SPAIN: Concord residents Jane and Jim Young’s recent cruise along the Iberian Peninsula included stops in Barcelona and Seville, Spain; Lisbon and Porto, Portugal; and Tangier, Morocco, where the adventures included a beachy camel ride. They spent several post-cruise days in Barcelona. “Our must-do visits included several of architect Antoni Gaudi’s masterpieces with their distinctive free flowing and colorful designs,” Jane says.

TRAVEL TIPS: “We found more affordable Barcelona lodging away from central downtown. We ultimately chose the Plaza de Catalunya, where Metro is nearby and easy to navigate. Museums are free on the first Sunday of the month and some on other weeknights. Note that unlike the other museums, the popular Picasso Museum requires advance reservations. “Note that in 2026, La Sagrada is expected to be finished, which will no doubt draw even bigger crowds of visitors. Also, in 2025, Montserrat Monastery will celebrate its 1,000th anniversary — yes, 1,000 years — with year-round celebrations that will include a visit by the Pope.”

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