Espana

So I headed off to Spain before France where I stayed in Madrid for twelve days with two friends from summer camp. It was definately mind opening traveling as a student on a budget for the first time in Europe. Our hostel was small and cramped and we shared a bathroom. Additionally, I became very sick with a virus one night which was the worst experience of my life. I was alone, in a foreign country and the toilet was down the hall. I actually called my mother crying. However, that night is an experience that I will never forget and definately made me a stronger person. I assume that this kind of traveling is supposed to do that to you.
Madrid was interesting but we were there for too long. We had a Portugal trip planned in the middle but had to cancel it becuase of the virus. At the end, I was ready to head back to the US. However, I am excited about the rest of the trip and know that this will be the experience of a lifetime!