Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Almeria Day 1

The drive to Almeria was amazing. We drove past what we thought were almond and olive farms, mountains, sea shores, salt beds, castles, big walls, and 1 really nasty shopping mall tourist resort with MILES of stop and go traffic.
All in all it was an amazing day and Mike did an amazing job driving. We read the road atlas and learned that the fine for speeding is 6€ for EACH km over the limit. 10km over would be more than 60€ which is 1.64 to the $. If you have to pull over you have to wear a green safety vest. If you're pulled over, the cop can search your car for the vest a safety triangle, and a first aid kit. If they aren't in the car you get a ticket. Police determine fines on their own. You must pay on the spot. We didn't speed.
We checked in to the hotel, which has a mini fridge. We then went to the mall which has a grocery store in it. We loaded up the fridge and headed out to dinner. Ask Mike about ham in the grocery store when you see him next.
We ate at the most amazing Asian restaurant. Probably made so fabulous cause we are by the sea. We had a beautiful white wine, tempura soft shell crab, and maki. The preparation was beautiful and it was the best service ever. The service was preceded by edamame, so crisp, sweet, and fresh.
Tomorrow we might go back to the beach and spend the day reading.
Hope your having a good day
Akasha
Oh, I fixed the comments button the other day.
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