An eco-weekend in Barcelona
We won’t lie to you, the Catalan capital isn’t winning any prizes for greenest holiday destination and like all big cities it has a pollution problem. But you can still…
Author: Pauline
Praktik Bakery: a hotel bakery promising a unique experience
Praktik is a very nice and prettily decorated hotel chain that you might remember from our article about Praktik Garden: a very original 2 star hotel or Praktik Vinoteca, devoted to…
Bicing: the public bike service to get Barcelona residents back in the saddle
Certain places in Barcelona are less well served by the metro or bus, such as for example the little medieval streets unsuitable for public transport. The practical, pleasant and green…
Mediterranean Cruise: our advice for your stop-off in Barcelona
Planning to take a Mediterranean cruise? It’s a great idea! If your budget is a little tight, don’t forget to consult the offers on PromoCroisière.com: some dates are discounted up…
What to do in Barcelona in bad weather? 8 great rainy day activities
Barcelona enjoys a particularly pleasant climate but the weather can be unstable mid-season. There may be sun and clear skies in the morning, and rainfall in the afternoon. If it…
Empadronamiento: obligatory registration in the city’s records
Empadronamiento is a free but obligatory process for all residents of Barcelona, involving registering on the municipal register. Empadronamiento gives you access to social security or education (yours or that…
Contemporary architecture in Barcelona: the most significant buildings
Any architecture lover will tell you: Barcelona is an extremely rich city. In the same day you can stroll among the old stones of the Gothic district, discover the city’s…
Authentic Barcelona: a weekend off the beaten track
Barcelona is an increasingly touristic city, and for good reason: with its incredible architecture, its pace of life and its beaches, it’s the ideal holiday destination. However, there is a…
11th of September, Catalonia’s national holiday
While elsewhere September 11th is generally associated with the attacks on the twin towers, it is completely different in Barcelona, where it’s the national holiday of Catalonia. It is only…
44 signs that you’re a local in Barcelona
Culture and traditions 1. You no longer say goodbye, adiós or hasta luego but <adéu, like a real Catalan. 2. You have replaced Saint Valentine with Sant Jordi. 3. You…
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