Stopping in Barcelona on your cruise? Lucky you! The Catalan capital is one of the most exciting cities in the Mediterranean, and you won’t even have one foot off the boat before seeing why. From the buzzing beaches of Barceloneta to the beautiful modernist buildings decorating the streets, you’ll want to experience it, so make […]
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5 Ways to Enjoy Eating Alone in Barcelona
Posted on February 24, 2020
Catalans are social people, and food is often the central part of special occasions and random family gatherings. So the thought of eating alone in Barcelona, which is famous for shared plates, can be scary. But if you think about it, eating alone is one of the best ways to focus solely and deeply on […]
Guide to Visiting Barcelona for Work – The Best Advice for Business Travelers
Posted on January 14, 2020
Visiting Barcelona for work? We’ve got you covered with top business leisure travel tips, from hotels and transportation to the city’s best cuisine. Barcelona is already world-famous for its incredible architecture, gorgeous coastline, vibrant nightlife and colorful history. But it’s also gaining a new reputation when it comes to bleisure travel, thanks to its infinite […]
Everything You Need to Know About Solo Travel in Barcelona
Posted on November 25, 2019
Solo travel is one of the most rewarding ways to experience a social city like Barcelona. That means if you’re getting ready to head to the Catalan capital on your own, you’re in for a treat! Solo travel in Barcelona means interacting with local culture and traditions in a deeper way. And that’s not to […]
What’s Going On in Barcelona? A Primer on Catalan Politics and the Fall 2019 Protests
Posted on November 11, 2019
It’s no secret that Barcelona has been making headlines for their politics for a long time. If you’re planning a trip to Barcelona, sometimes the images you see on the news might seem confusing at best and downright scary at worst. But fear not—we can assure you that Barcelona is—and always has been—a safe place […]
Sustainable Tourism in Barcelona: What You Need to Know
Posted on November 22, 2018
After reaching a boiling point in recent years, mass tourism in Barcelona came to a screeching halt as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now more than ever, it’s important to take a look at sustainable tourism in Barcelona: what it is, how to practice it, and why it matters. Barcelona welcomed a whopping 20 […]
Where to Find Luggage Storage in Barcelona
Posted on October 22, 2018
Don’t let the weight of extra baggage (literally!) keep you from spending even more time exploring Barcelona! So you’ve arrived in Barcelona early and can’t check into your hotel yet, or you’ve already checked out but plan on exploring the city some more before heading to your next destination. The only problem: what can you […]
Public Transportation in Barcelona: Your Guide to Getting Around
Posted on June 11, 2018
As Spain’s second-largest city and a bustling European metropolis, Barcelona features an extensive public transportation network for getting from point A to point B. For visitors to the city, trying to read a metro map or bus schedule in a foreign language can understandably be quite confusing. Luckily, Barcelona’s public transit system is easier to […]
What to Pack for Barcelona (By Season): Must-Bring Essentials
Posted on June 1, 2018
Barcelona is the perfect city to visit any time of year! You can enjoy the beach in the summer, relax without the tourist crowds in winter, and revel in beautiful balmy weather in spring and fall. But sometimes it can be hard to narrow down exactly what to bring with you to a new city. […]
The Barcelona Cruise Port
Posted on February 3, 2018
This blog post was originally posted on February 17, 2015, and was updated on February 3, 2018. Docking in Barcelona? The Barcelona cruise port is among the most important in Europe, and it’s no wonder why. This exciting Mediterranean capital is teeming with things to do. Full of sights to see and culture to soak […]
