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| My first host in Sant Vicent, Alberto, on the right, and his flatmate, Pablo, on the left. These guys spoiled me, and showered me with gifts: a pocket knife, a pen drive, a pen, a straw hat, and lots of food and candy. |
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| At the University of Alicante, Felipe, a history student and a young Tourism major sign the petitions. |
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| Arabic and Islamic Studies students sign a petition at U A. |
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| Rodrigo, from Sao Paulo, Brasil; my second host in Sant Vicente, and a post-graduate student of Environmental Studies (natural disasters). He took me in on 24 hour's notice. |
Five kilometers to the north of Alicante is the suburban town of Sant Vicente, where I spent the next two nights. My first host, Alberto, has an MA in Business, but currently works as a barman and a distributor of organic seeds. His flatmate, Pablo, is studying at University of Alicante, and formerly studied in Kansas. These guys set a new standard for hospitality.
While in Alicante, Elena had suggested that I visit the University of Alicante (between SantVicente and Alicante), so I took up her suggestion and was happy to find several students interested in the pilgrimage, and wanting to sign one or both of the petitions.
Later that night I stayed with Rodrigo, and we discussed not only peace in the Middle East, but a shared passion, swimming.
I told you University of Alicante was great! Funny to see how you pass naturally from minimal to sixties-seventies decor!
ReplyDeleteAnd you were right, Elena! Thanks for the tip! And I always select my Couchsurfing hosts according to their decor, you know.
ReplyDeletehehe...with a eclectic approach!
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