Day & Night at Barcelona’s Gràcia Festival ~ A Papier-Mâché Playground (Photo Journal)
Barcelona’s street parties are legendary but the Festa Major de Gràcia (held every August) is the biggest and the best. A photo journal.
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Correfocs: The Devils & Fire Runs of Catalonia ~ Fiestas del Poble Sec (Barcelona)
Photo Journal: The anarchic ’diables’ (devils) of Catalunya and their explosive ‘correfocs’ (fire runs) are immensely important features of Catalan culture.
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Muse & Master: The Titillating Tale of Gala Dalí
There’s a reason why Dalí signed his work as ‘Gala Salvador Dalí’. Many reasons, in fact…
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FLC’s Barcelona Architecture Tour: Exploring Barcelona’s Lesser-Known Architectural Marvels
There are so many fascinating architectural designs and stories to uncover in Barcelona – Rafael Gómez-Moriana shares some of the very best on FLC’s Barcelona Architecture Tour.
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Photo Journal: Escaping Barcelona ~ A Day at Vilassar de Mar
An escape from the sticky July heat and maddening crowds of Barcelona.
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Barcelona: Live Jazz on the Rooftop of Gaudi’s La Pedrera (Casa Milà)
Enjoy live jazz, Catalan cava and romantic city views from the rooftop of one of Antoni Gaudi’s most famous buildings.
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Best Wine Bars, Bodegas & Tastings in Barcelona ~ ¡Salud!
From dusty old bodegas where you can pour your plonk straight from the barrel to trendy wine bars specialising in natural and organic wines from the local vineyards of Catalonia – this is where to tip a few vinos back in Barcelona!
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Things to Do in Ibiza for Couples ~ A Different Kind of Hedonism
This is my guide to ‘the other Ibiza’, to the romantic, tranquilo, hippy side of the island, to what I’d like to think of as ‘the real Ibiza’. Based on my ridiculously romantic experience with my girlfriend Rosana.
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My Favourite Tapas Bars in Barcelona ~ A Completely Unobjective Guide
A small selection of my personal favourite tapas bars in Barcelona – perfect at any time of day or night, and on any budget.
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Exploring Barcelona’s La Modelo Prison ~ Political Oppression & 1,000 Executions
A visit to Barcelona’s 113-year-old Modelo prison, the site of some 1,000 executions, the most recent of which was in 1974.
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Things to Do, See & Eat in Elegant Cantabria, Northern Spain ~ Santander & Beyond
This is my travel guide to the best things to do and see in Cantabria, northern Spain, with essential tips on where to eat, drink and sleep – in the capital city of Santander and beyond.
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Holy Smoke & Lingering Goodbyes: Pursuing the Cruz de Mayo Procession in Sevilla ~ A Photo Journal
Just me, my camera and a sense of total liberation. Seeking action, seeking shade… seeking everything and nothing in particular.
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The Pie Shoppe, Barcelona ~ Handmade Pies, Craft Beer & Moonshine
Soulfully gratifying British and American pies (savoury and sweet) lovingly handmade on the premises and expertly paired with local craft brews.
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Barcelona Precincts Available Now ~ A New Travel Book by Yours Truly
My new travel book, ‘Barcelona Precincts’, is now available worldwide – online and at all good bookshops! “A curated guide to Barcelona’s best shops, eateries, bars and other hangouts.”
Barcelona: Mano Rota’s New Tasting Menu Will Turn You Vegetarian
I’ve written about Mano Rota before. So have a lot of people. It’s one of my favourite restaurants in Barcelona and their new…
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What to See & Do in Barcelona on Your First Visit ~ And What Not to Do
My essential tips on what to see, do and eat on your first trip to Barcelona, as well as essential advice on what NOT to do.
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Avenida Palace Hotel (4*) Barcelona ~ Historic Elegance in the City Centre
One of Barcelona’s oldest and most important hotels located in the city centre. Its sumptuous Art Deco style, refined dining options and impressive rooftop terrace (with pool) make this one of the most romantic 4-star hotels in Barcelona.
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GoEuro App Review: Explore Europe More Easily. Save Time & Money.
The GoEuro app makes it possible to explore Spain and the rest of Europe with just a few swipes of your finger, saving you cash and travel time in the process. Vamos!
3 Day Valencia Itinerary For First Time Visitors ~ Oranges, Palm Trees & Paella
Spain’s third largest city is famous for its blissfully sunny climate, fragrant orange trees, soft-sand beaches, culture-packed old town and, of course, for being the birthplace of paella! Here’s how to experience the best of it in just 2 or 3 days!
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Hotel Medium Valencia, Spain (4*) ~ Palm Trees & Swimming Pools
Hotel Medium Valencia is an extremely comfortable 4-star hotel located within walking distance of Valencia’s iconic City of Arts and Sciences and the historic old town – and cycling distance from the city beaches.
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Rome: Things to Know Before You Go to the Eternal City
We’ve all seen it in the movies, now let’s see if it’s true… It’s easy to get carried away by the romance of Rome…
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Best Things to Do in Rome ~ A Guide for First Time Visitors in the ‘Eternal City’
From advice on the the best way to visit the Vatican City, Roman Forum and Colosseum to tips on where to eat & drink the best pizza, pasta, gelato, wine and coffee in Rome, these are what I believe to be the best things to see, do and eat in Rome. Andiamo!
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Welcome Piram Hotel (4*), Rome – Timeless Style in the Centro Storico
Housed in a converted palazzo, this classic 4-star hotel is conveniently located in Rome’s Centro Storico (historic heart).
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Celebrating Love and Life in Northern Spain ~ A Photo Journal
Northern Spain seems to have a way of drawing me back. For one reason or another I have visited this rugged “Green Coast” more than any other part of my adoptive home country.
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Best Wine Bars, Bodegas & Tastings in Barcelona ~ ¡Salud!
From dusty old bodegas where you can pour your plonk straight from the barrel to trendy wine bars specialising in natural and organic wines from the local vineyards of Catalonia – this is where to tip a few vinos back in Barcelona!
My Favourite Tapas Bars in Barcelona ~ A Completely Unobjective Guide
A small selection of my personal favourite tapas bars in Barcelona – perfect at any time of day or night, and on any budget.
The Pie Shoppe, Barcelona ~ Handmade Pies, Craft Beer & Moonshine
Soulfully gratifying British and American pies (savoury and sweet) lovingly handmade on the premises and expertly paired with local craft brews.
Barcelona Precincts Available Now ~ A New Travel Book by Yours Truly
My new travel book, ‘Barcelona Precincts’, is now available worldwide – online and at all good bookshops! “A curated guide to Barcelona’s best shops, eateries, bars and other hangouts.”
Barcelona: Mano Rota’s New Tasting Menu Will Turn You Vegetarian
I’ve written about Mano Rota before. So have a lot of people. It’s one of my favourite restaurants in Barcelona and their new…
Barcelona: Wanderbeak’s Delectable ‘Born to Eat’ Food Tour
El Born is my absolute favourite neighbourhood in Barcelona’s historic old town and Wanderbeak’s ‘Born to Eat’ food tour is the ultimate way to…
La Bombilla Cocktail Bar (Sant Antoni, Barcelona) ~ Live. Connect. Enjoy.
I feel like I say this all the time, but I’ll say it again anyway – Sant Antoni is my favourite barrio in…
Best French Restaurants in Barcelona ~ A Francophile’s Guide
A few of my personal favourite French restaurants in Barcelona – here’s where to go when you’ve had your fill of Spanish tapas.
Best Restaurants & Tapas Bars in Sants, Barcelona ~ A Local’s Guide
I’ve been living in Sants for a couple of years now and these are what I personally consider to be the best local restaurants and tapas bars.
Exploring the Evolution of Catalan Gastronomy with Food Tours Barcelona
From market nibbles and bodega bites to avant-garde tapas and ‘surf & turf’ delights, the Barcelona Food Experiences tour is a delectable way to taste and understand Catalonia’s world-class cuisine.
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Things to Do in Barcelona
Day & Night at Barcelona’s Gràcia Festival ~ A Papier-Mâché Playground (Photo Journal)
Barcelona’s street parties are legendary but the Festa Major de Gràcia (held every August) is the biggest and the best. A photo journal.
Correfocs: The Devils & Fire Runs of Catalonia ~ Fiestas del Poble Sec (Barcelona)
Photo Journal: The anarchic ’diables’ (devils) of Catalunya and their explosive ‘correfocs’ (fire runs) are immensely important features of Catalan culture.
Muse & Master: The Titillating Tale of Gala Dalí
There’s a reason why Dalí signed his work as ‘Gala Salvador Dalí’. Many reasons, in fact…
FLC’s Barcelona Architecture Tour: Exploring Barcelona’s Lesser-Known Architectural Marvels
There are so many fascinating architectural designs and stories to uncover in Barcelona – Rafael Gómez-Moriana shares some of the very best on FLC’s Barcelona Architecture Tour.
Photo Journal: Escaping Barcelona ~ A Day at Vilassar de Mar
An escape from the sticky July heat and maddening crowds of Barcelona.
Barcelona: Live Jazz on the Rooftop of Gaudi’s La Pedrera (Casa Milà)
Enjoy live jazz, Catalan cava and romantic city views from the rooftop of one of Antoni Gaudi’s most famous buildings.
Exploring Barcelona’s La Modelo Prison ~ Political Oppression & 1,000 Executions
A visit to Barcelona’s 113-year-old Modelo prison, the site of some 1,000 executions, the most recent of which was in 1974.
Barcelona Precincts Available Now ~ A New Travel Book by Yours Truly
My new travel book, ‘Barcelona Precincts’, is now available worldwide – online and at all good bookshops! “A curated guide to Barcelona’s best shops, eateries, bars and other hangouts.”
What to See & Do in Barcelona on Your First Visit ~ And What Not to Do
My essential tips on what to see, do and eat on your first trip to Barcelona, as well as essential advice on what NOT to do.
My Life in Barcelona
Thoughts, reflections and photographs from my life in Barcelona.
Where to Stay in Barcelona
Avenida Palace Hotel (4*) Barcelona ~ Historic Elegance in the City Centre
One of Barcelona’s oldest and most important hotels located in the city centre. Its sumptuous Art Deco style, refined dining options and impressive rooftop terrace (with pool) make this one of the most romantic 4-star hotels in Barcelona.
Almanac Barcelona Hotel ~ Personalised Grand Luxury in the City Centre
An obvious choice for travellers in search of the good life in Barcelona.
H10 Cubik Hotel, Barcelona ~ Superior 4-Star Luxury in the City Centre
A funky 4-star design hotel right in the heart of Barcelona, near Las Ramblas and the best of the old town. A spectacular rooftop terrace seals the deal.
Alexandra Hotel (Eixample, Barcelona) ~ 4* Contemporary Design, Urban Sophistication
Four-star contemporary design within strolling distance of Barcelona city centre and Antoni Gaudí’s Modernist masterpieces.
How to Find Student Accommodation in Barcelona ~ A Fuss-Free Guide
Find quality student accommodation in Barcelona with as little fuss as possible.
B-Hotel Barcelona: Superior 3-Star Hotel with Rooftop Pool & Bar
Luxury living for less. Modern rooms and a glitzy rooftop bar and pool. Outstanding value for money, one of the best budget hotels in Barcelona.
Gran Hotel La Florida (Barcelona) ~ A 5-Star Urban Resort
Highlights include unrivalled views of Barcelona, first-class dining and a spectacular indoor/outdoor pool. This is the epitome of luxury Mediterranean living.
Pillow Talk: Romantic Hotels in Barcelona for Couples ~ Sultry Siestas Await
From boutique hotels in the city centre to hilltop retreats, these are the most romantic hotels in Barcelona for couples in need of a little quality time.
Eixample Esquerra (Left) Barcelona Neighbourhood Guide ~ Live the Good Life on the Left Side
Eixample Esquerra is the perfect neighbourhood for those who want to live the highlife in Barcelona.
Sant Antoni Barcelona Neighbourhood Guide ~ The Foodie District
Sant Antoni is the perfect neighbourhood for a foodie stay in Barcelona. Seriously!
Updated for your gastronomic pleasure in January, 2018.
Beyond Barcelona
Things to Do in Ibiza for Couples ~ A Different Kind of Hedonism
This is my guide to ‘the other Ibiza’, to the romantic, tranquilo, hippy side of the island, to what I’d like to think of as ‘the real Ibiza’. Based on my ridiculously romantic experience with my girlfriend Rosana.
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Things to Do, See & Eat in Elegant Cantabria, Northern Spain ~ Santander & Beyond
This is my travel guide to the best things to do and see in Cantabria, northern Spain, with essential tips on where to eat, drink and sleep – in the capital city of Santander and beyond.
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Holy Smoke & Lingering Goodbyes: Pursuing the Cruz de Mayo Procession in Sevilla ~ A Photo Journal
Just me, my camera and a sense of total liberation. Seeking action, seeking shade… seeking everything and nothing in particular.
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3 Day Valencia Itinerary For First Time Visitors ~ Oranges, Palm Trees & Paella
Spain’s third largest city is famous for its blissfully sunny climate, fragrant orange trees, soft-sand beaches, culture-packed old town and, of course, for being the birthplace of paella! Here’s how to experience the best of it in just 2 or 3 days!
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Hotel Medium Valencia, Spain (4*) ~ Palm Trees & Swimming Pools
Hotel Medium Valencia is an extremely comfortable 4-star hotel located within walking distance of Valencia’s iconic City of Arts and Sciences and the historic old town – and cycling distance from the city beaches.
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Rome: Things to Know Before You Go to the Eternal City
We’ve all seen it in the movies, now let’s see if it’s true… It’s easy to get carried away by the romance of Rome…
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Best Things to Do in Rome ~ A Guide for First Time Visitors in the ‘Eternal City’
From advice on the the best way to visit the Vatican City, Roman Forum and Colosseum to tips on where to eat & drink the best pizza, pasta, gelato, wine and coffee in Rome, these are what I believe to be the best things to see, do and eat in Rome. Andiamo!
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Welcome Piram Hotel (4*), Rome – Timeless Style in the Centro Storico
Housed in a converted palazzo, this classic 4-star hotel is conveniently located in Rome’s Centro Storico (historic heart).
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Celebrating Love and Life in Northern Spain ~ A Photo Journal
Northern Spain seems to have a way of drawing me back. For one reason or another I have visited this rugged “Green Coast” more than any other part of my adoptive home country.
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Reflections on a Year of Travel, Hopes & Dreams for the Future
2017. It’s been a hell of a year. Not just for me, but for all of us. But I’m choosing to focus on…
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