In Barcelona, we got an awesome recommendation from a local friend to head to Cerveceria Barnabier in Vila Olimpica. While the area is a bit of a tourist magnet, we trusted their local tips for where to eat in Barcelona. Thankfully they didn’t steer us wrong – the dishes here were full of flavour and […]
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La Festa Major in Sitges, Spain
Have you ever been to a human tower festival? On our last day in Barcelona, a quick train ride took us about 45 minutes south to the beautiful city of Sitges and La Festa Major. In a town of about 30,000 people, and one that is normally quite quaint, La Festa Major de Sitges is […]
What to See and Do in Barcelona for Free (or Cheap)
If you’re headed to Barcelona, here are my best tips to experience this vibrant city with free (or cheap) and local things to see and do. Gastronomy Tour The Catalans have perfected a world-renowned cuisine with a unique flavour all its own. A trip to Barcelona would not be complete without discovering some of the […]
Human Towers in Spain
Spain is unique in so many ways but the cultural aspect that makes this country stand out from the rest is their human towers. This impressive tradition is found in northeast Spain in the region of Catalunya. I got to experience it for the first time at La Festa Major in Sitges. Castells date back to […]
3 Best (Local) Beaches in Barcelona
Barcelona’s sizzling beach season typically goes from April to October. Yup, I said October! (This past fall it got up to 24°C). Typically, the best months for hot weather are May to August and sometimes September. Some days are cloudier than others in the off-season but it doesn’t stop the locals from spending hours at […]
Gràcia Festival: Catalan Tradition in Old Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain is full of local festivals all year round but summertime can lead you to one of the most cultural experiences – La Festa de Gràcia. A hop from the easily accessible TMB metro to Fontana is the barrio Gràcia. This very laid-back bohemian area makes up the oldest district in the city of […]
