Beyond the Glass: Exploring Vilafranca and the Legendary Estates of Penedès
"Trying for your wine is a special reward for itself, but it has also been very interesting to know the vineyards and the special people who work." These words by Noah Gordon, the acclaimed author of The Physician, weren't just a polite tribute. To write his...
Christmas traditions in Barcelona
Three…two…one and just like that, the lights come alive! On November 24th, every single lightbulb illuminating the streets of Barcelona was switched on, transforming the city into a magical wonderland. With kilometers of twinkling lights overhead, we’ll wander beneath...
What to see in and around the Port of Barcelona
The Port of Barcelona stretches from the mouth of the Llobregat River in the south to the Barceloneta district in the north. There are many activities and places to visit in and around the port. This compilation brings together the most interesting and is useful...
Casa Batlló in Barcelona: some details not to miss
In your stay in Barcelona, we’re sure you will walk along the Passeig de Gracia at least one time. In the first place, you will notice how wide, clean and busy the street is, not to mention the amount of big brands having their shops in there. At the same time, just...
10 ice cream parlors in Barcelona to go with bells on
Barcelona is a city with a huge variety of gastronomic offerings. So you can enjoy lovely little restaurants where you can go as a couple to have a good evening, for example, or you can enjoy a meal based on gourmet sandwiches. In Barcelona you can also find places to...
The medieval market Llotja de Mar
Barcelona has impressive, emblematic, internationally known buildings with a sublime, spectacular or innovative architecture. We can put many adjectives in many of the buildings in the city and most minds will relate it to modernism, Passeig de Gràcia or Gaudí.The...
Let’s get out of the city: team building activities in Catalonia
Though the hustle and bustle of city life make Barcelona one of the best places for team building vacations in the world, the truth is that it can sometimes get a little tiring. Retreating to your hotel or a local spa can offer a welcome break after you’ve taken in...
Architectural Jewels in Barcelona for Corporate Events
With the world becoming increasingly globalised, entrepreneurs are turning their attentions to international markets to find clients and grow their businesses. If you’re looking to impress clients in Spain, meeting in Barcelona makes sense. The city not only has...
6 of the Best Hotels in Barcelona’s Raval Quarter
Though the Gothic Quarter and Eixample are most frequented by tourists and travellers in Barcelona, the city’s Raval Quarter offers a more authentic, off-the-beaten-track look at life for Catalonians. This historic, vibrant quarter is chock-full of attitude and...
Brunch in Barcelona: 8 places to consider
Whether you had one too many drinks exploring Barcelona’s nightlife, fancied a lie-in and missed the hotel buffet, or simply want to start the day off on a slower pace, you’ll be spoilt for choice when looking for breakfast in Barcelona. From bacon and eggs to avocado...