H10 Casa Mimosa Hotel ~ Leafy Luxury in Barcelona’s Elegant Eixample Barrio (City Centre)
A hotel I can confidently recommend to anyone looking for a little romance and luxury within walking distance of Barcelona’s best bits.
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What to See & Do in Barcelona on Your First Visit ~ And What Not to Do
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A Year of Travel / Where to Travel in 2019
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Glorious Things to Do in Seville, Spain ~ An Impassioned Guide
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Day-Tripping to Formentera from Ibiza ~ A Blissful One-Day Guide to the Smallest & Most Beautiful Balearic Island
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Latest Journals
The Joy of Flying, or The Conundrum of Air Travel
When air travel is not only about getting somewhere, but about escaping everywhere.
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Exploring Israel’s Negev Desert with Adam Sela Jeep Tours
One of the highlights of my time is Israel was bouncing around the dusty Negev Desert on Adam Sela’s four-wheel-drive tour.
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Romantic Things to Do in Mallorca ~ The Good Life Awaits
As the largest of Spain’s blissful Balearic Islands, Mallorca is a distillation of all that makes Mediterranean life so alluring.
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A Stroll by the Sea / Gijón Photo Journal
I’ve always been something of an idealist. When I moved to Barcelona, it was all about living ‘the good life on the Mediterranean’. I…
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Gijón Carnaval ~ Blanco Y Negro Photo Journal
‘Carnaval’ is to Spain as Halloween is to the US and UK. A chance to get dressed up as a monster or your favourite…
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Middle of the Road Jordan ~ A Photo Journal
Little glimpses of the daily grind. Magic in the mundane. The joy of outside perspective.
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When I Think of Wales
When I think of Wales, I think of home. I think of my friends and family… my sunburned youth. Of endless days at the beach, chasing waves and girls. Summers spent in soggy tents and cars without air conditioning.
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Hiking Gijón’s Coastal Path ~ The Joy of Winter Sunshine
Life in Asturias is less about sophisticated urban living and more about connecting with nature and the ‘Costa Verde’. To see why, all you…
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Essential Things to Do in Jordan ~ Welcome to the Middle East
My guide to the very best things to do in Jordan – everything from Petra and Amman to the Dead Sea and Wadi Rum desert.
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Best Things to Do in Montpellier, France in 1 or 2 Days ~ A Flâneur’s Guide
Nuzzled away deep in the south of France, just outside the region of Provence and only 10 km from the Mediterranean Sea, Montpellier is undeniably one of the most charming cities in Europe.
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Moving to Gijón, Asturias (Northern Spain) & Why I Left Barcelona
Dear friends, family and fellow drifters, I have some personal news that I wanted to share with you, a sort of quick life update…
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Best Souvenirs & Gift Shops in Barcelona ~ What & Where to Buy Your Catalan Keepsakes
Fallen in love with Barcelona? Want to invest in something special to take home and remind you of your time in the Catalan capita?…
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Loving My Work and Life as a Lone Wolf
I’ve been back home in España for a week now and have loved getting stuck back into my writing and photography. I feel so…
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Madrid Photo Journal: A Kingdom Elsewhere
One day in Madrid – with a camera.
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A Year of Travel / Where to Travel in 2019
From island escapes and city breaks in Spain, France and Italy to cultural crusades in Jordan, these are the places I recommend visiting in 2019 (based on my experiences in 2018).
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Discover Wengen Ski Resort (Switzerland) ~ Your Gateway to the Swiss Alps
Wondering where to go skiing/snowboarding in Switzerland? Fancy learning to ski in the Swiss Alps? Wengen could be the perfect place for you…
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Christmas Photo Journal: When There Were Wolves in Wales
I’ve been home in Wales for the last week or so, catching up with old friends and family. Drinking endless pints of Guinness and…
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Of Rice & Men: A Short Guide to the Delta del Ebro (Catalonia, Spain)
Just two hours away from Barcelona, or an hour from Tarragona, the Delta de l’Ebre natural park offers a rejuvenating escape for those times when you feel the urge to cut ties with the modern world and reconnect with Mother Nature.
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Edition Barcelona (5*) ~ The New Standard for Hip Hotels
If you’re looking at hip boutiques in the centre of Barcelona and want something a little bit more progressive, you’ll struggle to find anywhere that competes with this new trailblazer.
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Glorious Things to Do in Seville, Spain ~ An Impassioned Guide
My personal and somewhat overly-sentimental guide to the best things to do in Seville.
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Discover Barcelona’s Modernista Hospital de Sant Pau ~ A Salubrious Guide
Just a short stroll away from Gaudí’s emblematic Sagrada Familia, the Hospital de la Santa Creu i de Sant Pau is one of the most spectacular examples of Catalan modernism in Barcelona. A must for all architecture lovers.
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Discover Casa Vicens (Barcelona) ~ Gaudí’s First Ever House Design
Commissioned by business magnate Manuel Vicens, Casa Vicens was the first house Antoni Gaudí ever designed and is credited for inspiring the Catalan Modernisme architectural movement.
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Essential Things to Do, See, Eat & Drink in Porto ~ Portugal’s ‘City of Bridges’
The most essential things to do, see, eat and drink in the beautifully well-worn Portuguese metropolis of Porto.
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All Those Food Market ~ Discover Barcelona’s Creative Gastro Community
Celebrate Barcelona’s creative culinary community at All Those – one of Barcelona’s original pop-up foodie markets.
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.
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Things to Do in Barcelona
Best Souvenirs & Gift Shops in Barcelona ~ What & Where to Buy Your Catalan Keepsakes
Fallen in love with Barcelona? Want to invest in something special to take home and remind you of your time in the Catalan capita?…
Discover Barcelona’s Modernista Hospital de Sant Pau ~ A Salubrious Guide
Just a short stroll away from Gaudí’s emblematic Sagrada Familia, the Hospital de la Santa Creu i de Sant Pau is one of the most spectacular examples of Catalan modernism in Barcelona. A must for all architecture lovers.
Discover Casa Vicens (Barcelona) ~ Gaudí’s First Ever House Design
Commissioned by business magnate Manuel Vicens, Casa Vicens was the first house Antoni Gaudí ever designed and is credited for inspiring the Catalan Modernisme architectural movement.
In Deep at La Mercè’s Surreal Correfoc (Fire Run) ~ A Photo Journal (Barcelona)
Held over four days every September, as summer turns to autumn, La Mercè celebrates Barcelona’s patron saint and is unquestionably the city’s largest and…
All Those Food Market ~ Discover Barcelona’s Creative Gastro Community
Celebrate Barcelona’s creative culinary community at All Those – one of Barcelona’s original pop-up foodie markets.
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.
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Where to Stay in Barcelona
H10 Casa Mimosa Hotel ~ Leafy Luxury in Barcelona’s Elegant Eixample Barrio (City Centre)
A hotel I can confidently recommend to anyone looking for a little romance and luxury within walking distance of Barcelona’s best bits.
Edition Barcelona (5*) ~ The New Standard for Hip Hotels
If you’re looking at hip boutiques in the centre of Barcelona and want something a little bit more progressive, you’ll struggle to find anywhere that competes with this new trailblazer.
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.
Beyond Barcelona
The Joy of Flying, or The Conundrum of Air Travel
When air travel is not only about getting somewhere, but about escaping everywhere.
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Exploring Israel’s Negev Desert with Adam Sela Jeep Tours
One of the highlights of my time is Israel was bouncing around the dusty Negev Desert on Adam Sela’s four-wheel-drive tour.
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Romantic Things to Do in Mallorca ~ The Good Life Awaits
As the largest of Spain’s blissful Balearic Islands, Mallorca is a distillation of all that makes Mediterranean life so alluring.
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A Stroll by the Sea / Gijón Photo Journal
I’ve always been something of an idealist. When I moved to Barcelona, it was all about living ‘the good life on the Mediterranean’. I…
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Gijón Carnaval ~ Blanco Y Negro Photo Journal
‘Carnaval’ is to Spain as Halloween is to the US and UK. A chance to get dressed up as a monster or your favourite…
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Middle of the Road Jordan ~ A Photo Journal
Little glimpses of the daily grind. Magic in the mundane. The joy of outside perspective.
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When I Think of Wales
When I think of Wales, I think of home. I think of my friends and family… my sunburned youth. Of endless days at the beach, chasing waves and girls. Summers spent in soggy tents and cars without air conditioning.
Read More
Hiking Gijón’s Coastal Path ~ The Joy of Winter Sunshine
Life in Asturias is less about sophisticated urban living and more about connecting with nature and the ‘Costa Verde’. To see why, all you…
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Essential Things to Do in Jordan ~ Welcome to the Middle East
My guide to the very best things to do in Jordan – everything from Petra and Amman to the Dead Sea and Wadi Rum desert.
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Best Things to Do in Montpellier, France in 1 or 2 Days ~ A Flâneur’s Guide
Nuzzled away deep in the south of France, just outside the region of Provence and only 10 km from the Mediterranean Sea, Montpellier is undeniably one of the most charming cities in Europe.
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