Destinations: Barcelona

Thousands of students flock to Barcelona every year for its renowned academic institutions, affordable lifestyle, rich culture and…

By Paul Joseph · Mar 13

With almost year-round sun, there’s rarely an inopportune time to avail yourself of a refreshing swimming pool in…

By Paul Joseph · Sep 13

Freelance creatives are easy to find in Barcelona – and one of the best places to spot them…

By Roisin · Jun 19

One of the most iconic football clubs on the planet, watching Barcelona play is the holy grail for…

By Paul Joseph · Aug 7

El Prat Airport (BCN), located 20km south of central Barcelona, is both the largest and busiest airport in…

By Scott Dylan · Jul 12

In the Catalan capital you’ll find decades-old izakaya side-by-side with brave new fusion eateries, where the best traditional…

By rachaelp · Nov 22

Few destinations in the world boast so many simultaneously appealing qualities as Barcelona, the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s…

By Paul Joseph · May 7

A culture with food at its heart located in the perfect climate for growing seasonal produce, there is…

By Roisin · Apr 14

Escaping from the crowded streets of Barcelona, Sitges is an intimate retreat from city life. Nestled south along the…

By Roisin · Feb 4

Craft beer is an international movement and here in Barcelona, craft beer bars have become as integral to…

By Paul · Jan 31

With a shore that stretches north to the border of France and south to paella-proud Valencia, where crystalline…

By Breawna Eaton · May 10

An enchanting medieval heart, miles of swimmable beach, a thriving underground culture, one of the most pleasant climates…

By Chris Newens · Jan 29

Rebellion and freedom of expression were firmly embraced in Spain following the end of Franco’s dictatorship. Both Catalans…

By Paul Joseph · Nov 16

As one of the mainstays of any Champions League competition, Barcelona Football Club welcomes teams and legions of…

By Paul · Sep 6

Eye-catching architecture, vibrant nightlife and a world class food scene would alone make this one of the great…

By Paul Joseph · Jul 11

It can be hard to find a truly bad cup of coffee in Barcelona. But until recently, there…

By Paul · Dec 4

At one point in time, Gracia was a traditional village on the outskirts of Barcelona. Today, it retains…

By Lizzie Davey · Aug 23

Planning a hostel stay in Barcelona, one of the world’s most exciting cities? Here are some of the…

By Paul · Jul 16

Looking for a tour to unlock Spain’s cultural capital and help you to understand the context of some…

By Paul · Jan 24

El Born has grown from a medieval settlement into a flourishing and flavourful part of Barcelona, maintaining its…

By Paul · Jan 3