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Sustainability is a basic principle in Barcelona, a city with a longstanding commitment to the environment.

Surfing is all the rage in Barcelona, a city known for its long beaches and good weather that goes with the lifestyle of wave lovers.

Barcelona's coastline is made up of several beaches that are perfect for escaping the heat when the temperature rises in summer.

Barcelona is a city with an impressive skyline that is worth enjoying from the heights. And what better way to fall in love with the views than over a good cocktail at the best rooftop bar in Barcelona? 

Barcelona's old town is full of wonders, and one of its most special areas is undoubtedly the Raval quarter.

Barcelona is one of the best cities to enjoy the summer, with magnificent beaches and a huge range of activities and entertainment aimed at easing the heat of the sun.

At the end of the year 2021 in the Born district of Barcelona the Dutch fashion couple, Kim and Lionel Logchies, opened their second MOCO museum - whose name comes from Modern and Contemporary - after their acclaimed gallery in Amsterdam. This time in Barcelona, they open the doors for all art lovers, their incredible collection and pieces borrowed from the world's leading artists: Dali, Bansky, Warhol, Basquiat, Haring or Murakami. 

Do you want to start this 2022 celebrating the best Valentine's Day? Here you have the best plans to do as a couple in the city of Barcelona.

It's time to celebrate all the good things of this year 2021 and to dream of the year to come, of reunions with family and friends, of disconnection and surprises. If you are thinking of spending New Year's Eve in Barcelona, we reveal everything you need to know to make the most of it.

Barcelona, whether for its culture or its unique places, is the perfect city for activities for couples. If you are looking for things to do in the Catalan capital, read on and discover its fantastic romantic plans.

Barcelona's parks are magical places. You can breathe beauty, calm, and peace. In them we grow, play, socialise and disconnect from everything around us.

If you are thinking about your next vacation and want to visit several cities in a few days, taking a cruise is an excellent option.

We all look back fondly on the trips we have made with our family. They have that special charm that makes us discover the cities we visit in a different way. Parents know that the happiness of a well-planned family holiday cannot be compared to the occasional unforeseen events that can arise with the children. The key is to choose a destination that both kids and adults enjoy.

There are real treasures around Barcelona that you can't miss if you're planning to visit the city soon and you have enough days to explore. We all like to discover the less touristy side of the places we travel to, thus experiencing the local essence. Whether by car or train, you can leave early in the morning and return to your hotel in Barcelona in the evening.

There are dozens of places to visit in Barcelona. Knowing the neighborhoods and the history of this city is essential for any traveler so if you want to discover it in depth, check out our guide to Barcelona that will help you to explore the city.

Barcelona is one of the most visited cities in Europe. It attracts thousands of people with its charming streets full of admirable architectural works.

Do you want to seize the spring break and the good weather of Barcelona’s Easter? Here you will find all the information you need, whether you are looking for an escape of your routine, or if you really want to bring out your spiritual and religious side.

Of all Barcelona’s summer festivals, Grec is one of the best loved thanks, in no small part, to the fairy tale setting – a stone amphitheatre set amid swirling rose gardens and covered walkways dripping with jasmine and wisteria. The views over the city from the north side are stunning too, even more so at night – when most of the events take place - with stars up above and a glass of cava in hand.

Founded in 1327 by Queen Elisenda de Montcada, the gothic cloister at the Pedralbes Monastery is considered to be the biggest in the world. Elisenda’s ornately carved tomb stands guard at one end of it, and many of its original features have survived intact as a magnificent example of how, with the right synergy, strong architectural features and generous vegetation can exist in complete harmony to create a place of exquisite peace and tranquillity.

Contemporary virtuoso, Baroque composer and timeless architectural masterpiece.

Walking though the Gothic Quarter between its historical wall and squares that guard surprising stories is one of the main attractions of this area. We propose discovering the secrets of one of the its most romantic and photographed neighbourhoods, step by step.

The first important commission for modernisme master Antoni Gaudí was a summer house for the Vicens family completed between 1883 and 1885 in an area of the city that was open fields at that time.

The complex of buildings that form the Recinto Modernista Sant Pau was constructed between 1901 and 1930, designed by the architect Lluis Domènech i Montaner, a contemporary of Gaudí.

For clubbers and lovers of live music this is the Barcelona venue, a multi-space club that has been at the vanguard of the music scene not only in the city but in Spain.

Barcelona’s cocktail scene is constantly evolving, given the fascination with gastronomy in the city it’s only to be expected that the world of mixology should be equally varied and rich.