Going South for a Winter Day

Over the weekend, we got together with some friends and went to Sitges, a beach town that's about 40 minutes south of Barcelona by train. It's renowned for its annual film festival and Carnival, and is also a popular destination for gay and lesbian travelers. Although it's not the first time we've been here, we still enjoy eating paella seaside and watching other Sunday merrymakers wander the town.

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Paloma and I bask in the warm winter sun.

 The beautiful 17th century church in the background, Sant Bartolemeu i Santa Tecla.

 Paloma can't wait to hit the sand.

 Serious beach gawking.

 Paloma poses with the statuesque ladies.

 After lunch, the guys and Viola made a huge sand crocodile while Paloma and Ulisse fell asleep.

 Viola makes an attempt to destroy the crocodile once the masterpiece was complete.

 We took a walk around the old quarter and admired the romantic facades.

Because it was Sunday, the kids kept going back and forth to touch the face of Jesus. ;-)

 Paloma's friend Italian friend, Viola, says, "Es prezioso...il mare!"

 Paloma and her papi enjoy the last drops of sun on the church bench.

 I got some residual rays with the little one myself.

 The white buildings saying good night.

Well-situated lighting can really make a city glow.

 See you again soon, beautiful Sitges...

It was fun!