In Madrid

Having fled Barcelona only minutes before the return of newly crowned European champions FC Barcelona (a sight that this Madridista could not bear) we arrived in Madrid about 3 hours ago. I have eaten a large plate of patatas bravas. Life is good.

What Lisbon Feels Like.

For those who've never heard Madredeus, it might not be a bad idea to bring them along. This is "guitarra," from the 1994 Wim Wenders film "Lisbon Story".

de viaje

some music is one of the most important things to have in your luggage.
so, I'm starting with the content...

Spain/Portugal 2009 Book

For those who need more than one copy, or those who never got one, we've made the Volume 1 of the Spain/Portgual Travel Book available on lulu.com:

http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/spainportugal-2009-illinois-institute-of-technology/6873169

Volume two, which will include students' drawings, photos, collages, etc., will be available after the trip ends.

Begin the begin.

Choosing a suitcase is a difficult business. The backpack is, of course, a classic, with or without decoy Canadian flag patch.  The typical wheelie isn't bad either. 

We leave tomorrow. I have not yet chosen a suitcase. 

This is where we start. Updates to follow as possible.