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Some Of Barcelona’s Best Kept Secrets That Few Tourists Know About

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The best way of making sure that you enjoy every bit of your stay in Barcelona is rent and apartment as opposed to booking a hotel room. You will get the comforts and privacy of home giving you a relaxing time during your holiday visit. The other thing is that you should do your best and take the path that few tourists take, and you will discover one of the city’s best kept secret.

Telefèric De Montjuïc And The Montjuïc Castle

One of the best places to visit when in Barcelona is the beach; the other is the hill of Montjuïc. A day of strolling in the city’s streets can make dissuade anyone from going up the hill. But, it is still possible to get there without too much effort. Just catch a cable car to take you to the top of the hill and enjoy the ride as you relax and taking in the panoramic view of Barcelona. Catching the sunset atop Telefèric is far better than at the beach. Get there a bit early so that you can visit Castell de Telefèric. The Castle has been around since the 17th century is one of the city’s Historic places.

The Hill Of Montjuïc

It may look like any other ordinary hill at first glance, but the hill of Montjuïc in Barcelona is no conventional hill. It has many great things that visitors and see and do. It is a place that appeals to different people; from the sports fan looking for a challenge and the romantics in search of a memorable location to the culture seekers who love the diversity of people and the art fanatics that find a deep connection with places. The hill of Montjuïc is a place that fits all.

Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys

The might Barcelona Olympic stadium and swimming pool are found on the hill of Montjuïc. The stadium got a makeover in readiness for the 1992 Olympics where several athletics events and the opening and closing ceremonies were held. The stadium still hosts several events, and the swimming pool is also open to the public during the hot summer months to be a suitable alternative to the Barcelona beach, which gets overcrowded during that time of the year.  The many locals and tourists that have come to swimming at the Olympic pool say it is like they are swimming in the sky. The pool site is located in an area that gives a great view of the city below.

El Poble Espanyol

Talk about the streets of Barcelona and few match to what El Poble Espanyol is and offers. The street is a mecca of splendor with things such as iconic Spanish buildings, and it is one of the city’s hubs of modern art. It has a modern art museum that houses works of famed painters and artists. El Poble Espanyol has numerous shops where tourists can hunt for Spanish crafts and gifts. It is a part of the city with rich culture and a full of fun for a day’s outing.

Enjoy The Spanish Cuisine At Barcelona’s Trending Restaurants

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Barcelona is the Mecca of the Spanish world, where life seems to be brimming with love; a love that celebrates a diversity of culture that has various culinary experiences the Spanish way. Here are some of the top restaurants in Barcelona where guests can enjoy the best of Spanish cuisine.

Les Tres a la Cuina

It may look like a small deli with several tables, but this eatery is a great spot for grab some lunch or dinner. However, you need to make a reservation to be assured of getting a spot in the restaurant. Its menu includes cuisines for around the world and the very best of the Spanish culinary. It is the perfect place to go for brunch. One of its top dishes is the polenta and Passat with garlic tart or goat’s cheese.

Kaiku

The beauty of Kaiku is it’s ever changing menu that sways with what is good in the food market. Hence, each week has its unique menu, but always expect a bit of the usual servings that includes chicken and shellfish. The vegetable dishes, however, take the day because the chef always works with fresh produce some of which are from the owner’s garden.

Can Culleretes

Can Culleretes can be viewed as a master of the culinary scene in Barcelona. The restaurant has been around for two centuries (since 1786), amazing! And, given such a long history, it probably is why it has matrons that act like they have been around long enough to know what customers want and quickly convincing them otherwise if they seem lost for choice. The menu here includes an array of Spanish dishes at affordable prices.

Cinc Sentits

Cinc Sentits is big on Catalan Cuisine but still has managed to place Chef Jordi Artal’s creation on the culinary scene. Its keen on making unforgettable dishes that make up is fixed menus, which include seven-course Sensacions and five-course Essència. It is one of the places in Barcelona to take your special other for a romantic Spanish dinner.

Can Solé

It may be a bit upmarket that most restaurants, but it still is big in exceptionality. For instance, it offers reading glasses to guests that need them during dinners. As one of the city’s best paella restaurants, Can Solé is where people go for its famous paellas and its “grandmother’s spoon food” which includes potato and lentil stew, poached eggs with onion soup, and chickpeas with chorizo.

El Atril

El Atril exudes a homely atmosphere with its stone-walled dining room. Sitting under umbrellas on Plaça de Sant Cuga while savoring a bowl of moules et frites gives it that Spanish touch. However, El Atril has more to offer than just that; there are plenty of meat and drinks that include wine and beers.

Set Portes

Located near the port, even its name is befitting since is huge on seafood and paella. Set Portes has been serving Barcelonans with hearty meals since 1836 and still is good at its trade; making Spanish cuisine with the magic found in old recipes and giving some dishes a new twist. Many great people have grace the restaurant, and some have been immortalized in plaques embedded on the chairs.

Eating Out In Barcelona’s Family Friendly Restaurants

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Barcelona is a lovely city that families can visit and enjoy during their holidays. However, sometimes it can be a bit perplexing figuring out where to take the family for good meals. Yes, the fast food stands on the streets can offer something to bite, but that is not what can be considered as a proper family meal.

Barcelonans love outdoor eating, a terrace culture that can be seen across this city that has a fabulous climate; families prefer eating in restaurants located at the beaches or next to playgrounds or eateries with enclosed terraces. For families planning to visit Barcelona, here is a breakdown of some of the top family-friendly restaurants worth taking the family for meals.

Bar Del Convent

The Bar del Convent is a restaurant with a Gothic setting of beautiful arches and other architectural features of the old days. It is a trendy restaurant that is a perfect place for lunches. Bar del Convents offers an array of meals including, cakes, beverages, pasta, and salads. It has ample play area for the kids and the tables at the sofa area have a toy box and a pullout table.

Churros And Chocolate In Barcelona

Children go crazy for chocolate and will love dunking baked and fried pastries into hot chocolate, which is a Barcelona tradition offered by several restaurants such as the Chocolateria La Nena. This is a family run café known for its chocolate drinks and homemade rolls, cakes and salads. The Chocolateria La Nena also have ample play area for the kids that has many different toys. Other joints with the offering the chocolaty delight are the Pudding café and the Granja Viader.

Chiringuitos

Chiringuitos are seasonal restaurants that pop up along Barcelona’s beaches during the tourist season. They offer the option of having a meal without having to deprive the children the joy of playing in the sand. The only issue is the meals differ in both quality and price.

Double Zero

Double Zero is the place to take the family for sushi. It has a special menu for the kids. Having three branches, the best place to take the kids would be the Zero Maresme and the Zeroo Born located in El Masnou and El Born, respectively. However, they offer such service during the holidays on the weekends.

Picnics And Takeaway Bars

Since the city offers a lot of outdoor options, from beaches to parks, families can plan for picnics and can get meals from any of the picnic and takeaway bars. For fun picnicking, families can go to the Ciutadella and Parc Güell.  Alternatively, takeaway bars may offer tasty family meals to go.

Semproniana

Semproniana is one of Barcelona’s child-friendly restaurants. It offers French and Catalan cuisine during the weekdays at affordable prices. Kids can also have fun learning how to cook Catalan Cuisine, the cooking classes are held every Saturday in the afternoon for two hours.

Frederic Marès Museum

Another café with a gothic setting on a patio, the Frederic marès museum is located in an antique palace in the heart of Barcelona. It is a top choice for families on an outing and are looking for a cozy place for the kids to play and have lunch.

The Wonders Of Barcelona Port Vell For The Travel-Lovers

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This blog is an attempt to provide a guide for the travel lovers who intend to visit Barcelona this season. The facts stated in this blog are interesting and may make your journey even more amazing.

The Port Vell Or The Old Harbour Of Barcelona

The Port Vell has a great history of development and renovation. It was refurbished completely before the Olympic Games and today it has become a spot of attraction for the tourists. Tourists love to visit this place since it has museums, places to walk and the extraordinary sports facilities. The stats have revealed that the port of Barcelona is so much popular among the visitors that yearly, as many as 16 million people visit the Port. The following list highlights the top activities that can be performed when you are on the Port of Barcelona.

The list provides an insight into the favourite landmarks and sites of the Barcelona Port. Please go through it if you want your visit to be memorable.

The Famous Columbus Sculpture

In order to pay a tribute to honourable Christopher Columbus, the Universal Exhibition of 1888 in Barcelona built a famous sculpture of the Hero of Americans. They decided to build it since Columbus landed to Barcelona after discovering America. This statue is present at the end of Ramblas and it has a lift situated inside of it. You can use this life to go up the statue while enjoying the phenomenal view of the city. You can go as above as 60 meters from the ground.

The Aeri-Del Port Car Cable

This cable car has been built to connect the Montjuic Hill with Port Vell during the 1929’s World Fair. It is magnificent as it is as long as 1300 meters. It takes about 10 minutes to cover one-way ride of it. These days it is primarily used to enjoy the magnificent views over the great city. On the top of one of the Towers, a restaurant for the tastiest sea-food is present. If you are a food lover, it would prove to the visitors’ paradise for you.

The Famous Golondrinas Boats

Present at Catalan are the great traditional boats which facilitate trips along the coast of Barcelona. This would provide you with skyline of the city from the sea. The very first Golondrinas is said to have been inaugurated in the year 1888 during a Universal Exhibition and at that time they had stream engines. Today, even after 130 years of its build, they are still offering trips primarily during the day time. But they have now managed to offer night trips exclusively on Fridays and Saturdays of August. There is also Jazz music present to make the Journey even more cheerful.

The Museum Displaying The History Of Catalonia

This Museum is situated inside of the Palau del Mar, and is a perfect example of the architecture from the 19th century. This Museum would help you to learn about the magnificent history of Catalonia which has evolved over the years to the present day.

Why Traveling Is Important For You

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Every once in a while, we all get this adrenaline rush when we see people traveling to beautiful places, meeting new people and having fun. Traveling is something that everybody loves. You don’t need a reason to travel but, when you do, your world gets better. Here is a list of reasons why you should give yourself this treat:

  • Liberating: Traveling alone or in groups is liberating. You get to know yourself better. You get to spend time with yourself or loved ones which seems impossible given your schedule. Traveling helps you outgrow your shyness and lets you be yourself. It gives us the power of freedom and enjoyment that we often lose in our day-to-day lives.
  • Novelty: A change of place is extremely important every once in a while. We often feel suffocated and closed when we live in the same place and follow the same routine for too long. When we see new people and places, it makes a lot of difference – inside and out.
  • Culture: This is probably the best reason to travel. We get to learn about so many different cultures by traveling to new places. We get to build our knowledge about new languages, new traditions, festivals and art. Traveling is like a celebration of life. And once you travel to new places, you realize why it is talked about so much. It educates you like no book ever will.
  • Culinary: Traveling helps us to try different cuisines of different places and that is a whole other world of enjoyment. Any experience is good experience, they say. And when you try different food items at different places, it helps you gain better judgment along with enjoyment.
  • Self-Satisfaction: When you travel, you somewhere satisfy your inner self. You help it explore places and ideas that would otherwise have rotten inside of it. Traveling helps you become a better person, as a whole. It helps you in being a polite and a sensitive person.
  • Broad-minded: Traveling broadens your horizons. It makes you gain a lot of perspectives and gives you the chance to learn to see things from other peoples’ point of view. It helps you gain a conscience and at the same time, changes the way you think about a lot of things.
  • Independent: The best part about traveling is that it makes you independent. It gives you the freedom to be who you want to be and just the way you want it to be. The more you travel, the more you lose dependence on others.

Traveling changes you for the good. It helps you know yourself better and gives you an opportunity to make yourself even better. It improves you. It strengthens you. It brightens you in so many ways that you may not even notice. But, in the long run, traveling to places makes you see the world from a different perspective and also lets the world see you differently.