Category: Local Life

Sitges Carnival 2020: The Wildest Party South of Barcelona

7 de January de 2020 Family Activities, Festivals & Events, Home, Local Life, Nature & Adventure, Tourist Guide

Don’t miss the much anticipated Sitges Carnival 2020! With everything from colourful parades to bed races, plus plenty of creative costumes to boot, this is surely something to look forward to this February!

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A Simple Guide to FC Barcelona

17 de September de 2019 Festivals & Events, Festivals & Events, Useful Information, Local Life, Nature & Adventure, Nature & Adventure, Places, Things To Do, Places, Things To Do, Useful Information, Local Life

Up to date information about FC Barcelona, the squad and its current situation. Also, touching on the club´s tradition, history and success.

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The 8 Must Eat Dishes in Barcelona

25 de June de 2019 Food and Drink, Food and Drink, Tourist Guide, Home, Local Life, Tourist Guide

Tapas, Paella, Patatas Bravas, Churros, Pan con Tomate… discover the very best of Spanish and Catalan gastronomy with 8 of our favourite dishes.

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5 of the Best Places to Learn Spanish in Barcelona

31 de October de 2017 Home, Local Life, Things To Do, Things To Do

Want to improve your Spanish? What better place to do it than in the heart of Barcelona! We have compiled a list of five of the best places to learn Spanish in the city. Whether youre starting from scratch or want to improve your existing level, immerse yourself in the Spanish language and culture at one of these accredited schools.

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Sa Pobla Festival 2017: Mallorca Comes to Barcelona

3 de January de 2017 Festivals & Events, Home, Local Life, Neighborhoods

Don’t miss this colorful Barcelona festival…with a Mallorcan twist! With everything from a traditional Correfoc to bonfires, live music to traditional food and much more.

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Apartment Barcelona’s Top 10 Travel Tips

30 de November de 2015 Family Activities, Tourist Guide, Home, Useful Information, Local Life, Places, Places, Tourist Guide, Useful Information, Local Life

Whether you’re preparing for your trip to Barcelona or have already arrived, we recommend checking out our list of smart travel tips for making the most out of your adventure-filled stay in the beautiful city.   1. Take advantage of the midday menu Barcelona holds the world title for the most restaurants per capita, so […]

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Top 7 Spanish Festivals Outside Barcelona

28 de July de 2015 Festivals & Events, Festivals & Events, Tourist Guide, Home, Local Life, Nature & Adventure, Nature & Adventure, Tourist Guide

From the running of the bulls to tomato throwing festivities, these top Spanish festivals outside of Barcelona make an ideal day trip or weekend trip from the city. Prepare for live music, traditional dancing, unique traditions and authentic, Spanish food…

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Living like a local in Barcelona

2 de July de 2015 Home, Local Life

Ready to take the leap from tourist to local? Barcelona’s tourist scene has a lot to offer, but so does its residential life. From the language to the unique cultural traditions, get the low-down on how you can live like a local in Barcelona…

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5 of Barcelona’s Most Iconic Street Sculptures

5 de April de 2014 Home, Local Life, Tourist Guide

The Raval Cat, the Golden Fish, the Giant Lobster… there’s a theme here! Check out 5 of Barcelona’s unique public art sculptures and the geniuses behind them.

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Poblenou Cemetery – An Unusual Corner of Barcelona

26 de March de 2014 Home, Local Life, Places, Tourist Guide

Ever heard of the Kiss of Death? Delve into the secrets of Barcelona at the Poblenou Cemetery, a place worth visiting for those looking to sight-see off the beaten track.

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