I too am studying abroad my Junior year for the whole year(a year is the best way to go!) but I have been contemplating Madrid vs. Barcelona. I know Barcelona has the coast and Madrid is the capital and has Real Madrid games, Im definitely a city girl but I love the water! I can't decide I have done a lot of research and I need some opinions of people that have been there! If you can help... wow would I appreciate it!

Muchas Gracias - Avril
(an avid Mana fan!)