Monthly Archives: September 2011

Park Güell – Gaudi’s abandoned garden city in Barcelona

Posted on September 30, 2011 by admin

ShareOffering exotic art nouveau sculpture and landscaping, stunning views across the city, a breath of fresh air and a sense of perspective, Park Güell is a must see if you are visiting Barcelona. Gaudi’s original brief was for a garden … Continue reading →

Posted in Activities - Spring, Activities - Summer, Architecture in Barcelona, Art in Barcelona, Gaudi architecture | 4 Comments

Hit musical Les Miserables comes to Barcelona

Posted on September 23, 2011 by admin

ShareSome 25 years after its premiere at the Barbican Theatre in London, hit musical ‘Les Miserables’ is due to debut in Barcelona on the 30th of September. Over 32,000 tickets are already sold and 10,000 set aside. Global director James … Continue reading →

Posted in Barcelona nightlife, Music in Barcelona, shows and concerts in Barcelona | 5 Comments

La Mercè activities for children in Barcelona

Posted on September 23, 2011 by admin

ShareThis year’s La Mercè festivities in Barcelona falls on a Saturday this year and thus will last a day less than normal. A packed and exciting schedule is guaranteed. La Mercè offers young audiences theatre, circus, magic, art workshops, free … Continue reading →

Posted in Barcelona for Children, La Mercè Barcelona | 4 Comments

Villa Más – and why wine is cheaper in Spanish restaurants than anywhere else in the world

Posted on September 16, 2011 by admin

ShareThe Financial Times’ food critic Nicholas Lander clearly has a penchant for Catalan gastronomy, to which his column is dedicated with increasing frequency. Last weekend Lander reviewed the Villa Más restaurant in the Costa Brava bay of Sant Feliu de … Continue reading →

Posted in Barcelona Gastronomy | 16 Comments

The Poble Espanyol

Posted on September 15, 2011 by admin

ShareThe Poble Espanyol (Spanish Village) is an outdoor architectural museum dedicated to the different architectural styles of Spain located on the mountain of Montjuïc. Constructed in 1929 for the Barcelona International Exhibition, the Poble Espanyol museum was the brainchild of … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture in Barcelona, Art in Barcelona, Barcelona's Museums | 6 Comments

Beach Bars in Barcelona – Chiringuitos

Posted on September 8, 2011 by admin

ShareDuring the summer in Barcelona, drinking a cocktail or cold glass of beer or wine in one of the cities many beach bars is one of the greatest pleasures. The change to feel the cool breeze the sea brings in … Continue reading →

Posted in Activities - Summer, Areas - The Beach, Barcelona beach apartments, Barcelona Beaches, Barcelona nightlife | 10 Comments