Year: 2019
Picasso’s Barcelona
“Barcelona the beautiful and wise, where I left so many things hanging on the altar of happiness…” ~ Pablo Picasso, 1936 In this article we’ll explore the Barcelona of Picasso’s youth. Discover the places he lived, the studios where he painted early masterpieces and the cafes and art galleries that formed his world. Barcelona at […]
Read MorePrettiest Towns in Catalonia
If you feel like you need a break from the city, in just an hour or two from Barcelona you can find yourself in a gorgeous natural setting, whether by the coast or inland. The rich history of region can be seen in numerous small towns, with many being well preserved from the medieval period. […]
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Torre Bellesguard
Most visitors to Barcelona have heard of the iconic works of Antoni Gaudí, such as Casa Mila, Casa Batlló, La Sagrada Família and Palau Güell. * * * The lesser known Torre Bellesguard, still privately owned and lived in, sits in the exclusive Sarrià-Sant Gervasi district, perched in the upper reaches of the city. The name Bellesguard, meaning […]
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Sant Antoni Guide
Index: History | Attractions | Restaurants | Hotels | Nightlife | Coworking Sant Antoni is part of the Eixample district of Barcelona, bordered by El Raval and El Poble Sec. It is most famous for its historic market and for being home to many of the best restaurants in the city. The streets of Sant […]
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Rack and Return: WSET Courses in Barcelona
* Rack and Return recently launched online wine courses, learn more here * Are you a wine aficionado, an oenophile, living in or visiting Barcelona? If so, you must learn about Rack and Return and their fantastic courses and events! Rack and Return is a school founded in 2019 by wine loving friends Fintan Kerr […]
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