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  • A guide to top attractions in Barcelona: Part One

    by Monica

    Reading Time: 7 minutes Discover the top attractions in Barcelona, from art and food to soccer and vibrant nightlife. Barcelona stands out as an exceptional city break destination. Part of what makes this city a tourist magnet is the incredible range of activities and sights. Explore the landmarks of Ciutat Vella and the Gothic District, and then immerse yourself in the local neighborhood scenes of Gracia with its friendly bodegas. For a more relaxed vibe, head to one

  • 48 hours in the amazing Barcelona Spain

    by Monica

    Reading Time: 5 minutes With beaches, galleries galore, and an incredible culinary scene to explore, two days in Barcelona promises plenty to do for every type of traveller. But to make the most of your time and get a real taste of the city, you’ll want a concise and fun-packed 48-hour itinerary. Ranging from restaurants by the sea and top churros spots

  • Amazing Barcelona: Bucket List/Budget List

    by Monica

    Reading Time: 4 minutes Unique architecture, a vibrant foodie scene, beachfront buzz and plenty of nightlife – there’s something for every traveller – and wallet – in Barcelona. Best for Luxury The city is known for its thriving music scene, being home to world-class festivals Primavera Sound and Sónar. The line-up for the latter is arguably reason enough to

  • Amazing Twin Cities, Barcelona and Biarritz

    by Monica

    Reading Time: 4 minutes Easy-reach, secluded beaches Barcelona has a beach for every day of the week, but it’s hard to beat the oasis of Ocata. The quiet of these secluded sands is broken only by gentle Mediterranean waves and the sizzle of prawns on the café grills. Biarritz has a similarly secret spot. At Plage de la Milady, surfers catch

  • The Spain’s Best City Beaches

    by Monica

    Reading Time: 4 minutes Spain attracts sun-seekers from all over the world and it’s also home to some of Europe’s most buzzing cities. In order to get the most out of both the cities and beaches, we’ve collected some of the best city beaches in Spain. Sitges Sitges has miles of sandy beaches to choose from While visitors might be

  • A Guide to the Northern Spain

    by Monica

    Reading Time: 5 minutes Travellers to Spain can’t get enough of sun-drenched jaunts along the Costa del Sol and Balearic island hopping, but the north of the country is often overlooked. With globally-renowned museums and generous plates of pintxos, to rugged mountain views and cobbled old town walks, northern Spain is a wonderful world of its own. Architecture in Bilbao, Basque Country The

  • Barcelona and Food: a Love Story

    by Monica

    Reading Time: 3 minutes In Barcelona Cafe patrons learn towards each other, talking quietly beneath cavernous ceilings; a woman sits alone, surrounded by the debris of a successful lunch but transported somewhere else by her phone; a man falters mid-step, eyes drawn to a warmly glowing window of jewel-coloured cakes. This journey through Barcelona’s eateries was taken on foot, through

  • Cartagena Spain Best Things to Do in 2023

    by Monica

    Reading Time: 5 minutes Why go? Rocky headlands dotted with stone forts surround the deep indigo waters of Cartagena, creating the ultimate defence against enemy ships. This natural harbour is tucked between the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor, a strategic position that has attracted the Phoenicians, Romans, and Moors over its 2,000-year-long history. Cultures converged, creating a rich heritage that’s

  • Barcelona Seasonal Guide Best Things to Do

    by Monica

    Reading Time: 3 minutes Known for its art and architecture, the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona has something for everyone, any time of year. Experience the city’s architectural and cultural wonders without the crowds during the winter, take in the sights and sounds of the city’s lively festivals during the spring, relax on the beach with friends during the summer, or lose

  • Top 11 Beaches in the Canary Islands

    by Monica

    Reading Time: 4 minutes The Canary Islands are back on the UK’s travel corridors list, which means that from 4 am Sunday 25 October, travellers returning from the Canaries won’t have to quarantine for 14 days. Our guide to the best beaches in the Canaries will help you plan a Winter escape. Corralejo, Fuerteventura Playa Barca, Fuerteventura Isla Graciosa,