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Being a Digital Nomad in Barcelona

Barcelona proves to be an excellent choice for digital nomads and remote workers seeking both connectivity and a delightful work-life balance.

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Proud to be you 

From July 3rd to 16th, Barcelona is living a celebration. Find out about all the events and parades (and the parties) this festivity brings to the city, and have a fantastic Barcelona Pride 2023!

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Barcelona coworking spaces: work, share and enjoy!

Barcelona offers many digital nomad spaces and remote work locations to enjoy an office, a perfect excuse to leave home and freelance happily.

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A tour around Sagrada Família

Sagrada Família is not just the name of the most famous church in Barcelona. It is also the name of a whole neighbourhood which still keeps the essence of life in the city. Get to know the barri!

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A night of fire

Sant Joan is one of the most magical nights of the year; the symbolism is decisive on this night of bonfires and regeneration.

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Sea, sun and a bit of fun

Barcelona is the gift that keeps on giving; apart from the fantastic culture, city vibes, quality of life and food, there are kilometres of coast to enjoy!

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The independent republic of Horta

The third biggest barrio in Barcelona is full of character and hidden gems, making renting a long-term flat in Horta an authentic Barcelonian experience.

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A traditional taste

Catalonia is where eating is an art; we must remember that it is home to many Michelin-starred restaurants. Barcelona is just a little behind.

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Sant Pau: 600 years of health

A Modernist Jewel, a historical site and a working public hospital, this is the ultimate visitor's guide to Sant Pau.

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The best places to practice outdoor sports in Barcelona

Barcelona has everything you need for a healthy lifestyle: good weather, good food, nature and plenty of alternatives for doing sports both indoors and outdoors.

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Modern Times

Barcelona has become known for its Modernist architectural buildings, and that has a reflection in the event that takes place every May in the city: the Barcelona Modernista Fair.

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A little town called Sarrià

Sarrià was an independent town until 1921 when this little village was annexed to Barcelona. Let’s discover Sarrià as a local together!

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A library to call home

Libraries are a Barcelona institution. There is one or several in each neighbourhood, and they are perfect for spending a few hours just reading or studying or attending events related to literature they organise every month.

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A night of culture

On the 13th of May 2023, Barcelona celebrates The Long Night of Museums. As the name says, it's a night when museums open their doors for free from 19:00 to 01:00h.

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Bloom: Best gardens in Barcelona

Barcelona has a unique mix of city vibes, sea and sun attitude, and, of course, some lovely gardens (and mountains, too!) to visit.

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Music for the people

Barcelona has become a dream destination for music lovers. There are so many music festivals you may end up broke.

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Discovering Park Güell

How to plan a visit to Barcelona’s most famous park in a mindful, traveller mindset.

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A park full of magic: La Ciutadella

Barcelona is known for the beach and not so much for its parks, which, to be fair, are scarce in number. Let’s dive into the history of one of the most iconic ones and discover La Ciutadella as a local.

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A dragon, a rose and a book

April 23rd is Sant George’s day, but it means something completely different in this city: discover how people in Barcelona celebrate Sant Jordi.

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Easter holidays on the go!

Being the first break after Xmas, the Easter holidays are a great way to discover Barcelona and its surroundings with sun and warm weather.

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Spring has sprung in Barcelona!

The warm weather, the nights out having great conversations with friends, and the many new cultural plans… this city enjoys the new season.

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Shop like a local

If one thing characterises Barcelona, that is all the food and goods the city offers. You will find the best Mediterranean products if you know where to go.

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Welcome to the Vila de Gràcia!

An independent little town before it became part of the city, it has a lot of character and plenty of things to do: discover Gràcia as a local with us!

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It’s time for lunch! Discover menú del dia

What is a "menú del dia", and where can you find the best ones in Barcelona? Trigger warning: do not read if hungry!

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Essential phrases in Catalan you’ll need in Barcelona

Welcome to a city with two very-much-alive languages, which gives you double the chance to be wrong or… superight!

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Barcelona’s best barrios to live

Do you want to be in the midst of it all, live quietly or be near the best cultural venues? Fret not: we’ve got you covered with our rundown of the best neighbourhoods in Barcelona!

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Roda el món i torna al Born

This old saying, loosely translated as “Go around the world and go back to Born”, was the title of a photo book by Oleguer Junyent. It has come to express what both born and adopted Barcelonians feel about the city: your home is in Barcelona.

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Santa Eulàlia: she was here first!

This is a city with two different Patron Saints: one is La Mercè, in September, and the other one, less known, is Santa Eulàlia, in February.

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What to do in El Born: 10 essentials

El Born has restaurants, museums, tourist attractions and beautiful sights: plenty to choose from. As the song says, this is “born to be alive”.

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T’estimo: Valentine’s Day in Barcelona

Valentine’s Day has a big competitor in Barcelona; in fact, Sant Jordi is the favourite day in Catalonia to celebrate love by giving books and roses.

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Sant Antoni and the animals

Sant Antoni happens to be one of the most celebrated and fun ones, with various events happening all over town. Read on to find out what to do at Sant Antoni Festivity in Barcelona!

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Barcelona… and more! (part II)

Discover the best one-day trips in the Barcelona area.

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Living on the sea: discover la Barceloneta as a local

There’s so much more than beaches and restaurants in La Barceloneta… Get to know it and fall in love!

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Moving around on Barcelona’s buses: a good way to get to know the city

The bus is a good way to get a feel of the city's geography and start familiarising yourself with your new home: learn how to get around in Barcelona on the bus!

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Barcelona 2023: a year to enjoy

Here’s the ultimate event guide to plan your year in the Mediterranean city.

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A night to remember: The best things to do in Barcelona on New Year’s Eve

This is it: the end of the year is nigh, but if you are new to the town, you might wonder how people in Barcelona celebrate New Year’s eve. Wonder no more and keep reading; we got you covered!

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Barcelona underground: the metro system explained

Moving around the city by tube is easy, comfortable and cheap.

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A Catalan Culinary Guide for Christmas

You might be wondering what to eat if you celebrate Christmas in Barcelona. We have put together everything you need to know to surprise your guests with typical Catalan Christmas dishes.

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Barcelona on Xmas: holidays, but the Mediterranean way

It might not be a white Xmas destination, but the festive season has a lot to offer in Barcelona. Plus, bizarre traditions.

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Raval means Barcelona in a nutshell

To say that the downtown neighbourhood is controversial is an understatement; it’s the epitome of the whole Barcelona experience

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Public and private healthcare in Spain: a straightforward guide

If someone says healthcare is free in Spain, they are wrong: healthcare is never free, but we share the costs of a top-quality healthcare system because Spain is a welfare state.

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All the art (and more) you can get

Walking the streets of Barcelona is often more than enough to satisfy one’s need for beauty and culture. Still, the city also has a wide variety of museums and galleries worth visiting. Let us tell you about them!

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Les Corts – Barcelona: a quiet area with a lot to offer

Family-focused and easy to live in, this quarter of Barcelona makes it perfect for newcomers to settle in.

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Cheerio Britain. Hello, Barcelona!

Moving to Barcelona from the UK may have become a bit more complicated after Brexit, but it is still relatively easy. Read to find out what you need to live in long-term Barcelona if you are a British citizen.

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Barcelona… and more!

Here are the best day-trip getaways less than an hour away from Barcelona, perfect for a day trip of coast and mountain.

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Fall in love with Barcelona

One of the best seasons to get to know the city: discover Barcelona in Autumn!

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Welcome to the sun: moving to Barcelona from the EU

You’ve probably visited Barcelona before, but moving to the Mediterranean city is a whole new experience.

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An American in Barcelona: living the life

Going from fascinated tourist to proud local if you are moving to Barcelona from the USA: the dos, the don’ts and everything in between.

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Be there and be square: Eixample Esquerra

A map that’s easy to follow in a neighbourhood full of life. Discover the Barcelona Eixample Esquerra quarter as a local.

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Living in the past: Barcelona’s Barri Gòtic

The essence of the old Barcelona comes to the surface in the labyrinthic streets of this neighbourhood rich with more than a thousand years of history.

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El Putxet: the little hill that could

The neighbourhood of El Putxet is an often overlooked part of the city with a lot to offer.

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On the Grid. Discovering Barcelona’s Eixample District

Barcelona’s most expansive neighbourhood is an architectural and cultural marvel. For many locals, it’s the only place to be.

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