Category: Spain

Barcelona is home to one of the most and best Michelin-starred restaurants in the world. In comparison to Michelin-starred restaurants in New York City and Denmark, the highly sought-after restaurants in Barcelona are so much cheaper with the same level of quality. We were only in Barcelona for four days so we only managed to make it to two of them; however, dining in these types of restaurants does take several hours out of your evening so I think once or twice is sufficient so that you can spend more time exploring and trying a greater variety of local fare. Continue reading “Michelin-Starred Eats” →

There are so many great places to eat in Barcelona – it really is a foodie paradise! Barcelona is known for their Michelin-starred restaurants (although bested by San Sebastián), their pintxos culture, obviously their paella (more specifically arròs negre), and tapas to say the least! Here are a few of the places we checked out: Continue reading “Food Culture: Catalan Edition” →

Sometimes you need a break from the tourist traps that are on everyone’s bucket lists. There are other (perhaps) less popular areas that allow you to enjoy the city without being constantly bombarded with people. These not-so-secret secret spots are either areas that locals tend to enjoy or not as many people venture out to. Here are some of these recommendations! Continue reading “Barcelona Local Gems…” →

There are so many tourist sights in Barcelona that the four days we spent in the city were not enough to enjoy all of them! However, I did compile two lists: one for the main sights that we were able to complete and one that went off the beaten path. Sometimes you just need a break from all the congested areas of the city and find a place that allows you to really see the city without feeling claustrophobic. This particular post outlines the main attractions while the more local activities can be found here.  Continue reading “Barcelona: Tourist Edition” →

Here are some tips on Barcelona that might be helpful!

1. Getting to and from Barcelona Airport to the City Center

Barcelona Airport Express Buses:
Single ticket: €5,90
Return ticket: €10,20

Barcelona Airport only has two terminals – if you are going to the airport from the city center, Aerobus (A1) goes to Terminal 1 and Aerobus (A2) goes to Terminal 2. The city center bus stop location is at Plaça de Catalunya. The buses stop directly outside the El Corte Inglés department store and there are usually staff members around to ask for assistance should you need any. Make sure you end up in the correct queue! Continue reading “Handy Tips” →