

Barcelona - When is the Best Time to Visit?
October – March Generally classed as “off season ”, this is when I would always visit Barcelona before I moved here. Flights from the...


Rainy Days In Barcelona (Things to do on the rare occasions when the weather is wet)
On average it rains 55 days a year in Barcelona. During one of our many trips here it rained from start to finish over the course of 5...


My Favourite Old Town Restaurants
The "Old Town" in Barcelona is certainly a romantic and atmospheric place to dine when you’re here in Barcelona. Coupled with great bars...


Barcelona with Kids! Things to see and do.
City breaks are not just for the adults! Barcelona is such a diverse city, there’s lots to do for all ages so it’s the perfect "child...


Fiesta Fun!!
Throughout the year neighbourhood’s around Barcelona take a turn at hosting their own version of a "Festa Mayor ” – a “Big Party ”. ...


Magical Montserrat - Day Trips from BCN
Montserrat is a famous range of mountainous peaks about 1 hour drive or train journey north-west from Barcelona. They are a stunning...


My Top 5 Must See in BCN
Barcelona is a city with many faces. There is something to please everyone be it history, art, culture, architecture or simply just...


Wine Heaven - Day Trips from Barcelona
Catalunya is well known for its mouth-watering wines and there is no shortage of vineyards to visit that can be reached from Barcelona. ...


Tarragona - Day trips from BCN
Barcelona is a great base to explore Catalunya from and Tarragona is definitely one of my favourite places to visit when I want to...


Sant Jordi - The most romantic day in Catalonia!
As it’s coming up to Dia de Sant Jordi (April 23rd) – Saint George's Day, I thought I’d do a small post about the history and...