I might only hope for someone with a similar gift of the written word - - to update, in 2005, reflecting changes (if any?) of the world post-Arafat...

Thanks for the link to this, GL...

Best wishes,

Rex

I missed this report back in May. (Thanks for bringing it back up Rex). Gardyloo you really do have a gift for writing. I enjoyed it very much. Especially your thoughts on cruises. A friend who regularly travels independently all over Europe is considering taking one so I'll point her towards this report. I was sorry to see you didn't write about your impressions of Barcelona. Would you consider doing so?

So refreshing to see this posting pop-up again. Thank you, Gardyloo! I read this report ages ago and very much enjoyed your style of trip report.

May you have many happy travels in 2005!
- Sharon