*Sept 10th 2011 WB Transatlantic* From Spain to Space Mountain - Part 4

[granmaz]

We have seen the magic fountain about 10 years ago and we liked it. We are also at the Hard Rock Cafe. Perhaps we can go afterwards, after diner?

That is when quite a few went last year. Should be a great end to the evening.

 

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[Tubbsteruk]

Thanks for the info. I want to get a taxi tour for my party of 4 because we have some mobility issues and also we may need car seats for the kids. I'm afraid if I wait until the last minute I will get ripped off or worse, there won't be any left. Any ideas where I might be able to pre-book a taxi?

The company that i mentioned who seem to do the bulk of the tours would appear to be www.gibraltar-rock-tours.com but the website is very poor with little or no information, no prices or contact information.

I think that they would cater for passengers with mobility issues and provide child seats but I appreciate that you do not want to chance it.

I've done a bit of research and there are a couple of companies that are advertising tours and specifically state they cater for passengers with mobility problems. They are www.gibraltarrocktours.com and www.gibtaxi.com. Both websites carry a lot of information but the prices seem a bit high.

Two more websites are www.gibraltartours.org and www.gibraltar-rocktours.com. Both sites are informative and have contact details and booking forms but there are no prices quoted - I'm always a bit dubious when there is no price list.

Hope this helps

Paul

 

[Tubbsteruk]

Somewhere to think about visiting in Barcelona, perhaps after the hard Rock Cafe meet. The magic fountain of Montjuic. I know some groups went last year, though it did rain then. I have seen some amazing photos. Shows only Friday to Sunday evenings.

http://www.bcn.cat/parcsijardins/fonts/EN/magica.html

We are looking at going to the fountains after the Hard Rock. Does anyone know if it is close, within walking distance, or would it be a taxi ride away?

 

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[granmaz]

We are looking at going to the fountains after the Hard Rock. Does anyone know if it is close, within walking distance, or would it be a taxi ride away?

It would be a taxi ride away. Not sure about the Metro stops.

 

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[Tubbsteruk]

Somewhere to think about visiting in Barcelona, perhaps after the hard Rock Cafe meet. The magic fountain of Montjuic. I know some groups went last year, though it did rain then. I have seen some amazing photos. Shows only Friday to Sunday evenings.

http://www.bcn.cat/parcsijardins/fonts/EN/magica.html

It would be a taxi ride away. Not sure about the Metro stops.

Thanks Maz, think we might use the taxi, metro + pram at night might be a nightmare

 

[granmaz]

Thanks Maz, think we might use the taxi, metro + pram at night might be a nightmare

Not too safe either.

 

[Beauty & the Best]

Moon Pies ? Goo Goo Clusters ? Sounds like an alternative universe Off to search google ....

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We plan to eat at the Hard Rock after the drinks. Mainly because I am a bit wary of Spanish food and I know what I am getting in the Hard Rock. Shame not to embrace the whole Spanish culture but I really don't like tomatoes and seafood which they do use a lot of. I also don't like sangria.

Moon pies are yummy! Especially with a grape Nehi soda or an RC cola
On my trip to the Blue Ridge I bought two extra moon pies and two extra Nehi grapes for my mom.

I know what you mean about spanish food. We had some good food on our last trip to Spain but I wouldn't say it is one of my favorite cuisines, you'd think they would be sick to death of ham since it seems to be everywhere!!

 

[MandyGirl]

Not too safe either.

Thanks for that tidbit.

Are the fountains worth the trip? We always end up watching the Bellagio fountains in Vegas -- curious how they compare.

 

[Pinky166]

Moon pies are yummy! Especially with a grape Nehi soda or an RC cola
On my trip to the Blue Ridge I bought two extra moon pies and two extra Nehi grapes for my mom.

I had to google Moon pies & goo goo clusters - Moon pies look yummy!

 

[MandyGirl]

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[fly4free2]

I am looking for a roomate if anyone knows of someone who wants to share. I have a balcony room with a great Travel Industry Rate. If you know of anyone, let me know Thanks Much

 

[liesbeth1012]

Not too safe either.

I had never a problem with the metro. I shall look if it is possible to reach the fountain. It is verry bussy always there.

 

[TotallyAngelic]

I had to google Moon pies & goo goo clusters - Moon pies look yummy!

I googled both ... and they both look yummy !!

 

[granmaz]

Thanks for that tidbit.

Are the fountains worth the trip? We always end up watching the Bellagio fountains in Vegas -- curious how they compare.

We didn't get there as I wasn't well then but I believe they are. I think it is a musical dancing water show. Perhaps someone else on here has been.

 

[granmaz]

I had never a problem with the metro. I shall look if it is possible to reach the fountain. It is verry bussy always there.

I think I was thinking of the busyness and pick pockets really. Though I think as long as you are always aware that is ok.

 

[liesbeth1012]

We didn't get there as I wasn't well then but I believe they are. I think it is a musical dancing water show. Perhaps someone else on here has been.

On youtube you can find a lot of the fountain show of barcelona. It gives a little bit an idea, but in real it is much greater.

I think I was thinking of the busyness and pick pockets really. Though I think as long as you are always aware that is ok.

I felt realy safe in Barcelona, also in the metro. More then in Amsterdam for example. I know you must be always aware of pick pockets. Also here in Arnhem. Especially when it is crowded.
But I never be quick afraid anyway.

 

[GA-yaya]

Moon pies are yummy! Especially with a grape Nehi soda or an RC cola
On my trip to the Blue Ridge I bought two extra moon pies and two extra Nehi grapes for my mom.

Yum!
I also like Goo-Goo Clusters. "It's a Southern thang..."