Yes, our arts teachers have taught us well: Picasso really is the single most influential painter that Spain has ever raised. Baptized Pablo Diego José Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Ruiz y Picasso, in honor of...
Having a conservatory built is a great way to extend the usable space available in your home, as well as adding value to the property should you ever want to sell it. It acts as a portal, connecting your home with your garden, and providing the...
In the past couple of years, Barcelona has truly become the shiniest gem in Europe. The underlying reason is that this city has got it all; memorable sights, artistic monuments, incredible Catalan cuisine, beautiful sandy beaches, hiking trails, wineries, numerous restaurants, pubs, vermuterias and an...
The cosmopolitan Catalan capital of Spain is one of the most wonderful cities in the world, rich with breathtaking art and spectacular architecture. The city’s medieval roots, best seen in the fascinating Gothic Quarter, and the Modernist architecture by the outstanding Antoni Gaudí attract millions...
Barcelona is a wonderful city. It is rich with numerous landmarks that are well worth the visit. However, throughout and around the city, there are numerous hidden gems that only locals are familiar with. So, once you are finished visiting all the prominent places, prepare...
If you have already had your share of tortillas, patatas, chorizos and bravas, then you should devote your next trip to Barcelona, to explore their food scene from a slightly less traditional to a slightly more metropolitan angle. Barcelona is known for its Michelin starred...
“Artists do not need monuments erected for them, because their works are their monuments.” – Antoni Gaudí This is exactly what the brilliant architectural works of Gaudí are – monuments. The monuments of Barcelona’s most famous and admired architect, the mastermind behind some of the most...
Fall is just around the corner, bringing cooler weather and cool fashion trends to match. Whether you’re off to enjoy the weather on a casual day trip or are heading to the club for a night of dancing, you can be confident and up-to-date with...
If you are a freelancer in Barcelona, and you do not feel the need to rent a coworking space, perhaps in some cases, when you are working on a big project, you might feel the urge to get out and about. You are in luck,...
As we head deeper into vacation season, planning and prepping for your next trip will be a top priority. And this could mean more than just deciding which airline to use or which shirts to pack. From a legal perspective, you also to need to...
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