This blog post was originally posted on November 17, 2014 and was updated on November 10, 2017. Though Spain celebrates many of the same holiday traditions as the rest of Europe and the western world, many of theirs are uniquely Spanish, and here in Barcelona, you can also find special customs specific to Catalonia. In […]
A Complete Budget Guide to Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on October 19, 2016, and was updated on November 29, 2016. Looking to do Barcelona on the cheap? It’s not too hard! Take our tips by reading this complete budget guide to Barcelona! Getting Around There are many ways to get around Barcelona, but what’s beautiful about this city […]
Get off the Boat! Spending the Day in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on March 9, 2015, and was updated on November 29, 2017. If your cruise ship is stopping in the Barcelona cruise port, there is no way you can miss out on this beautiful city! The city is relatively small and easy to manage for a first time visitor. Furthermore, […]
Where to Park in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on September 6, 2016 and was updated on November 24, 2017. Coming to Barcelona by car? Plan ahead and avoid nightmarish parking situations! Read our guide on how and where to park in Barcelona. Street Parking First things first: if you’re coming over the weekend, know that metered parking […]
Everything You Need to Know about Catalan
This blog post was originally posted on August 20, 2014, and was updated on November 15, 2017. Planning on brushing up on your Spanish before arriving in Barcelona? If you really want to impress the locals, why not learn a few Catalan phrases? So you’re visiting Barcelona and you’re brushing up on your 8th grade […]
Design & Comfort: The Top Boutique Hotels in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on September 25, 2015, and was updated on October 29, 2017. Looking for boutique hotels in Barcelona? From wonderful rooftops to relaxing spas, here are five of the top boutique hotels in Barcelona! Villa Emilia Charming, quaint and quiet would be three words to describe this adorable boutique hotel, Villa Emilia. You’ll […]
Barcelona Neighborhood Guide
This blog post was originally posted on September 30, 2014, and was updated on October 29, 2017. Like every big city, Barcelona has several distinctly unique neighborhoods that stand out amongst each other. Find out all you need to know in our Barcelona neighborhood guide. Getting lost in the Gothic Quarter or roaming the hills […]
Live Like a Local in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on January 20, 2015, and was updated on October 15, 2017. Throughout our years in Barcelona, we’ve come across dozens of thought-provoking words that people use to describe the city we call home. Barcelona is an incredible city, however a confusing one sometimes for its many visitors each year! It’s […]
Halloween in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on October 6, 2014, and was updated on October 08, 2017. It’s officially October and therefore more than acceptable to start thinking about Halloween plans. Photo Credit: Craig Murphy Text Overlay: Devour Barcelona Food Tours If you’re going to be in Barcelona on Halloween there’ll be plenty to do! […]
Hotels in Barcelona for the Ultimate Foodie
This blog post was originally posted on October 9, 2015, and was updated on September 25, 2017. Foodie visiting Barcelona? Stay in a hotel that caters to one of your greatest passions—eating! Barcelona is a foodie city. From traditional Catalan cuisine to fantastic ethnic eats, to loads upon loads of great wine, there is a bit […]
10 Emblematic Traditions of Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on March 4, 2016, and was updated on September 21, 2017. Every region in Spain has traditions to call their own, and the traditions of Barcelona and Catalonia can sometimes be surprising! While every place in the world—and especially in Spain—has its own traditions that might sometimes seem a […]
A Complete First-Timers Guide to Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on August 30, 2016, and was updated on September 19, 2017. Coming to Barcelona for the first time? The city can be a hard nut to crack, so make sure you have the tools and the know-how to feel like an expert with our first-timers guide to Barcelona! First […]
How to Get Around Barcelona: A Complete Guide
This blog post was originally posted on September 23, 2016, and was updated on September 11, 2017. Like in any new city, knowing how to get around is an important detail that can greatly influence your visit! From taxis to subways to buses and bikes, read our tips for how to get around Barcelona! Taxi […]
10 Things to Know Before Traveling to Barcelona
Heading to Barcelona? Arm yourself with information! Whether you’re coming for business or pleasure, read up on ten essential things to know before traveling to Barcelona. Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia The first thing to know before traveling to Barcelona is that it’s the capital of Catalonia, one of Spain’s 17 different autonomous […]
Top Travel Tips for Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on May 4, 2016 and was updated on August 20, 2017. Traveling to a new city is an eye-opening experience. Start your trip off smoothly armed with these top travel tips for Barcelona! With these travel tips for Barcelona you can ensure that you will skip the lines, eat […]
My Barcelona: Silvia Garí
There’s no better way to get to know a city than through the eyes of a local. That’s why we started our series, My Barcelona, to take a glimpse into a local’s impression of this city, and all their secrets and recommendations that come along with it! This month we talk with Silvia, who works […]
My Barcelona: Rob Dobson
Rob Dobson, hailing from the UK, has been back and forth between Barcelona and London since 2010. See why he considers Barcelona “his kind of city”. When we were launching our first ever Gracia Neighborhood Food Tour, we reached out to many locals in hopes that they might help us with some constructive criticism, as […]
My Barcelona: David Sarrau Sanchez
There’s nothing like seeing a place through a local’s eyes, and that’s why we’ve started a new series, My Barcelona, where residents of the Catalan capital share their favorite foods, places and secrets– read on! We decided to get things started in the most authentic way possible, with a local barman who was born and raised […]
4 Popular Day Trips from Barcelona
One of our favorite things about Barcelona is its proximity to beautiful beaches, mountains and quaint little towns. Catalonia is a diverse and unique region that offers something for everyone, so after checking out all the museums, beaches and bites in the center of Barcelona, why not head off to explore? There are so many […]
Where to Stay in Barcelona: A Neighborhood Guide
This blog post was originally posted on May 15, 2014 and was updated on September 5, 2017. Finding where to stay in Barcelona is a key to a successful trip. Barcelona is full of many diverse neighborhoods, though we recommend that first timers stay in the center to be sure you don’t miss any of […]