Barcelona is one of those cities that people instantly fall in love with. There’s actually something magical about the city. I would say that there’s some sort hidden people magnet planted...
Leisure and Culture
Specialty Bookstores in Barcelona
Barcelona has a number of good bookstores all around the city, where you can find books covering a variety of themes. If, however, you are looking to buy a book on a very specific subject...
Alternative teams to watch in Barcelona
When we think of the Barcelona football scene, thoughts of Camp Nou and the world renowned Barcelona FC immediately spring to mind. Of course this is for good reason- the club are one of the...
Barcelona and Its Many Names
Barcelona is one the most frequented cities in the world, yet where does its distinctive name come from? The Catalan capital´s title has historically undergone many changes. However, its origins...
Barcelona for photography lovers
Barcelona is a terrific city for those who are in love with the art of photography. Not only does it have a number of schools that can teach the basics or perfect techniques, but it is also home to...
Botero’s Cat, a symbol of Barcelona
If you have walked in the neighborhood of Raval, you have probably already seen this friendly-looking character created by Botero. Fernando Botero is a Colombian sculptor and painter from the city of...
Santuario Gaia, a farm animal’s haven
Santuario Gaia is an animal haven, a refuge located in Ogassa, Girona. The sanctuary receives farm animals that have been rescued from situations of abuse and exploitation, who are nursed back to...
3 of the best places to cycle in Barcelona
Barcelona is a city that’s made for cyclists. With miles of bicycle lanes and beautiful tree lined streets to explore, seeing the city on two wheels is one of the most exhilarating experiences...
Best places to take selfies in Barcelona
Barcelona is a city that’s effortlessly photogenic, a veritable supermodel of a city, some might say. But with so much to see and do and so much walking, it pays to do your research before you hit...
Barcelona’s alternative tours
Hidden City Tours There are hundreds of city tours services with a number of tour guides who are ready to show you Barcelona’s most famous sites. But none are more eager and knowledgeable about the...
