Gotta say that it was this total dump in Valencia, Spain in 1992. My friend and I were backpacking on a very, very tight budget (less than US$15 a day) in December.

Found this hotel in a slum, no heat (the window wouldn't close), only 1 thin blanket per bed, gross bathroom down the hall, showers cost extra - we couldn't afford to pay that day - went without

And, just 1 more thing, right next to a church whose bells went off every 1/2 hour

But must say, even though at the end of 1 month on the road with very few showers - remember that budget - it was an awesome time!

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I wish I were 1,000 miles away

[This message has been edited by Redhead (edited 09-20-2000).]