When it comes to Barcelona, there is one architect whose name really stands out, one name that everyone knows…. Antoni Gaudí. No trip to Barcelona is complete without seeing some (if not all) of his works, they are in fact some of the best attractions in Barcelona. Gaudí spent most of his life in Barcelona…Continue Reading “MUST SEE Gaudí Attractions in Barcelona”
Barcelona is a place filled with festivals, holidays and celebrations. Some days you find celebrated throughout all of Spain, some you find celebrated throughout all of Catalyuna and some you find celebrated only in Barcelona. La diada de Sant Jordi is a Catalan tradition, and by far my favorite holiday (almost beaten out by La…Continue Reading “La Diada de Sant Jordi – Barcelona”
Basílica de la Sagrada Familia is truly one of my favorite sights in Barcelona. I’ve been there four times already and it still never ceases to take my breath away… I remember the first time I saw the Sagrada Familia…. from the outside I was completely blown away. I couldn’t stop looking, it was just…Continue Reading “la Sagrada Familia”
After almost a year of living in Barcelona my cousin came to visit me. This gave me the opportunity to re-explore Barcelona all over again, through the eyes of a tourist. Being a tourist in a place you live is something we often forget to do, but it’s also something that is really important, worthwhile…Continue Reading “Being a Tourist in Barcelona (video edition)”
One of Barcelona’s best worst kept secrets is Los Bunkers del Carmel. If you’re looking for an completely unforgettable view of Barcelona… look no further. While you can get great views from the more well-known Tibidabo, Parc Guell & Montjuic….the Bunkers of Carmel offer a completely different experience. The bunkers is the place for the best panoramic view…Continue Reading “Los Bunkers del Carmel – Barcelona, Spain”
The magic fountains of Montjuïc are exactly what they sound like… magical! I have to admit that the first time I visited the Magic Fountain I was pretty skeptical. I mean, let’s face it, an illuminated fountain that changes color in time to music sounds…well, pretty cheesy if you ask me… but that couldn’t be…Continue Reading “The Magic Fountains of Montjuïc – Barcelona, Spain”
The Salvador Dalí Museum is unlike any other museum that I’ve ever been to. Not just because of its contents, which are entirely interesting and unique. But mostly because Dalí did not allow the museum to be arranged in any logical or typical fashion. Dalí wanted the museum to be like him and his art…Continue Reading “The Salvador Dalí Museum in Figueres, Spain”
In honor of my 25th birthday I decided to share 25 of my favorite photos from my travels over the years. Instead of detracting from the experiences, photography actually enhances my travel and I love looking back and reflecting on my trips through my photos. They may not be the most technically perfect photos, but…Continue Reading “25 of my favorite travel photos”
Back in December 2014 I decided to try something new, something I had heard much about but never had the chance to try. That something was…. a fish pedicure. I’ve always wanted to try a fish pedicure, and when I discovered the Rufoo Fish Spa in Barcelona, I knew I had found the perfect place…Continue Reading “Fish Pedicures in Barcelona”
Barcelona is an incredible city filled with parks, culture, art and history. The Parc del Laberint d’Horta is one of the city’s oldest and least well known. Barcelona has many beautiful parks, but el Parc del Laberint d’Horta (Horta Labyrinth Park) is different than the others – it is a huge maze. The Laberint d’Horta in…Continue Reading “Parc del Laberint d’Horta – Barcelona”
