Barcelona
What it’s Really Like Living in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter
Ever wondered what it's like living in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter? Is it dirty? Smelly? Overrun with tourists? Beautiful? Charming? Mysterious? Find out from the perspective of a resident of this (in)famous neighbourhood...
Spain without Tourists – Nightmare or Utopia?
Attracting around 83 million tourists every year, Spain is the second most visited country in the world. So what happens when a global pandemic grinds international travel to a halt? Is the country falling apart with the loss of an…
Nit de Sant Joan: Fire, Cava, Coca, and Questionable Health and Safety
Discover everything you need to know about the Nit de Sant Joan, including its origin, and where, when, and how it's celebrated today.
Top 5 Things to do for Free in Barcelona this Summer
After more than two long months of confinement, Barcelonians have never been as hungry to sink their teeth into their vibrant, Mediterranean home. There’s always a tonne of things to do, but how can you enjoy yourself this summer without…
10 Ways to Have a Holiday at Home This Summer
With strict social distancing measures and severe travel restrictions in place, the chances of getting away on a foreign holiday this summer look slim. But try not to feel too glum about not jetting off to hotter climes, I’ve compiled…
Calçotada – A Catalan Onion Orgy
Ever eaten more than 10 onions in one sitting? Or accidentally poured red wine into your eyeballs from a great height? If you answered no to any of the above, you probably haven’t participated in the great Catalan tradition of…
Sant Antoni Festa Major and La Festa dels Tres Tombs – A Good Excuse for Barcelona to Party in January
Christmas already seem like a distant memory? Bored of the January cold and sobriety? Then get yourself over to Barcelona’s Sant Antoni district for its Festa Major and Cavalcada dels Tres Tombs featuring fire devils, music, dancing, animals, and the…
How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve Like a Spaniard
Discover how to start the New Year like a Spaniard: flaunting health and safety norms and dancing 'til the sun comes up!...
The Spanish Christmas Lottery Explained
The Spanish Christmas Lottery can be absolutely mind-boggling for foreigners. Find out how it works, why it's so popular, and why you must get a ticket in this guide for made especially for perplexed guiris.
How to get into the Christmas Spirit in Barcelona
Not feeling very Christmasy yet in the city of palm trees and sunshine? Then read on to find out the top ten things to do in Barcelona to get in a festive mood this December, featuring controversial nativity scenes, lucrative…
