Fallas 2010: Archiduque
The embarrassing "Sin Premio" (without prize) distinction went this year to Archiduque Carlos Chiva for their rather uninspired monument which featured a giant devil dancing around scenes from hell. This…
Bike Trip to Saler and the Albufera
Juergen and I are stupid, drooling idiots; a sad fact confirmed by the length of time it's taken us to finally purchase bicycles. 2 years! We're so dumb... there's no…
Fallas 2010: L’Antiga de Campanar – 12th Place
Oh, poor L'Antiga! Every year they make such a great effort, but with the monstrosity of Nou Campanar looming just blocks away, they always fail to impress the judges. I…
Our Trip to Segovia: Part II
Segovia is an extremely picturesque city. I really couldn't stop taking shots while we were there, and have so many great images that we had to split it up into…
Fallas 2010: Pl. Merced – 11th Place
Now, we think 11th place was a little unfair for Plaza de la Merced's 2010 monument. Theirs has consistently been one of the least interesting special section offerings, but the…
Our Trip to Segovia
Don't miss: Our Trip to Segovia: Part II In 2010, we're making good on our promise to see more of Spain! We recently spent a weekend in the gorgeous medieval…
Fallas 2010: Cuba-Literato Azorín – 10th Place
Alright, 10th place isn't the greatest finish ever for the Fallas commission of Cuba-Literato Azorín, but they did emerge from the festival with the victory they were really hoping for…
Fallas 2010: Exposición – 9th Place
A free-fall in the final standings for Exposición-Mícer Mascó, who finished in 4th place last year, and 3rd in 2008. And what can you say... they didn't deserve much better…
Fallas 2010: Duque de Calabria – 8th Place
The Special Section monument closest to our apartment wasn't one of the most celebrated. But Duque de Calabria's ode to eavesdropping still had a lot of great aspects. "But Don't…
Fallas 2010: Na Jordana – 7th Place
Na Jordana's monument impressed most in the evening hours, when its haunted mansion and creepy figures were lit up and given an extra air of spookiness. https://vimeo.com/10773203 The motto this…