Barcelona Travel Blog

Romance might not be the first word that comes to mind when conjuring up images of Barcelona; tapas, sangria, fiestas (and siestas) might take precedence when thinking about this Mediterranean city. That being said however, Barcelona is actually an exceptionally romantic destination, ideal for intimate...

If you have more than a few days to spend in Barcelona, one option to consider is taking a weekend getaway trip. Since Barcelona is so well situated, just a short drive from the Pyrenees, Andorra, France and the picturesque Costa Brava, there are plenty of great places to check out if you’re craving...

Contrary to popular belief, Barcelona is not ALL tapas and sangria. Due to the large Italian contingency both frequenting and living in the city, there are quite a lot of traditional, rustic and very romantic restaurants that know how to perfect the pasta. Here are a few of Barcelona’s best Italian...

Skiing isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind when conjuring up images of Barcelona. There is however, a fairly large variety of places to go, for those looking to satisfy their ski craving come ‘winter’ time. If you’re willing to trek just a few hours outside of the...

Barcelona is a food lovers’ haven, but you don’t have to burn a hole in the wallet if you’re looking for a quality meal. If you know where to go there are plenty of delicious, authentic and affordable options. A few to check out include: Wok to Walk - This is the perfect place to grab...

It is often the case that the more options one has the harder it is to make a decision; and so it holds true when trying to decide where to take guests for dinner in Barcelona. With an infinite number of restaurant options the overwhelming selection of eclectic, delicious places to dine in the city can...

It’s hard to justify using the term winter when living on the Mediterranean coast; and it sounds especially absurd to those coming from cities where pre-heating their cars via remote control from their houses, is a regular past-time. That being said, although the snow doesn’t fall (the one...

Barcelona might not be the hub for live music gigs, however it has a fair amount of hidden gems if you’re looking for funky and cool live music venues. Here are a few options to check out: El Paraigua Nestled behind Plaza Sant Jaume in the Gotico, don’t let this unassuming restaurant fool...

Although it is possible to make your way through Barcelona speaking little to no espanol, a few key words and catch phrases can go a long way in ensuring that you’re getting exactly what you want. With so many difference as well as variations on food and cultural practices, it pays to familiarize...

If you don’t feel like burning a hole in your wallet yet still want to have an exciting, action packed day hitting the streets of Barcelona, you’ve got plenty of options. $50 USD (34 euros) can take you from sunrise to sunrise and leave you feeling like you’ve seen the very best the city...