I’m back from vacation! Paris, Barcelona, and the south of France were great, especially since they were all new to me. I’m looking forward to posting thoughts and pictures over the next few days.

I definitely have lots of highlights and memorable moments to share. As with past trips, though, don’t expect anything in depth, any broad conclusions, or even any segues between the random thoughts.

In the meantime, it’s good to be back. I loved the trip, but it definitely made me grateful for little things here like healthy food, my regular exercise regimen, and showers I actually fit in.

Update: here are all of the posts and pictures:

• Paris (and pictures)
• Barcelona (and pictures)
• South of France (and pictures)
• Food highlights (and pictures from Alain Ducasse and L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon)