Once in MCR it was time for lunch at Frankie’s and a little city exploration. We LOVED seeing the place decked out for Pride Week, and had a delish Indian dinner at Mowgli in the Corn Exchange.

We started with a little transatlantic red eye to Manchester, via Reykjavik

After Gordito served afternoon tea on the terrace, we had dinner in the style of a British Sunday roast, buffet style, in the next town over.

Lunch at a chiringuito just opening for the season, with a pitcher of sangria and comical mishap trying to order a hamburger and winding up with a delicious plate of roasted eggplant. Humbling!

Another trip to our new favorite scoop shop, and another stunning Mediterranean sunset to go with it.

Then it was off to the Botanic Garden to take in the view and smell the orange blossoms - a gorgeous and expansive property, and perfect way to spend the afternoon.

Next up: date night! Tios graciously offered to hang out with Gordito (mushroom pizza and Pinocchio) while Mom and Dad enjoyed an incredible meal in the Pueblo. Hearts and tummies full!!

Then, after a nap to stave off the cranks, it was time for a long overdue beach trip. The grownups played a couple games of kubb, and Gordito was in HEAVEN running through the surf, digging in the sand, and watching the but backhoe adjust the boardwalk pieces nearby.

Took advantage of a break in the clouds to walk through the marina and check out the pier rides, where someone took his fire truck driving responsibility very seriously. Rainy and windy overnight, with hopes of sunny skies today!

An indulgent lunch and perfect cappuccinos before heading to the costa for a great visit to the aquarium.

Finished the day with an evening walk into the Pueblo, where we checked out the road construction and not one but two playgrounds. Nothing beats and 3 playground day!

Enjoyed a divine pizza lunch, and an afternoon nap for everyone!

Home for popsicles and sunset!

Stopped along the way home at a roadside restaurant for a beer and some shared plates of grilled meat, and the most delicious tomatoes and olive oil I’ve ever had.

Any good hike with a kiddo needs something to look forward to, so the firetruck themed playground at the car park was a perfect end spot.

Leaving you with an INCREDIBLE moonrise over the Med to end the day, that photos just don’t do justice.

Back to the playa for a delicious dinner at a Swedish restaurant, and - of course - ice cream cones, and one more playground to round out the day.