Category – The Good: Exploring Catalonia

As a newcomer to Barcelona, or even as a frequent visitor it is easy to miss some of the treats that make the city and the region of Catalonia so special. Our recommendation is simple, go explore Catalonia! It is truly a shame if the only beaches you park your backside on are the city READ MORE

Category The Ugly: Anti-Tourism in Barcelona

Barcelona is, like a few other Spanish regions, in the throes of a real zealous anti-tourism movement theses days. One constantly runs into “Tourist Go Home” posters and graffiti around town. Rising prices on rental apartments, congestion in popular spaces and noise level all contribute, and are reasonable concerns. However, the level of xenophobia and READ MORE

Category The Bad: Barcelona in August

  10 Reasons to hate Barcelona in August   Landed in Barcelona for your August getaway?  One piece of advice, get out!   Why? Let me count the (10) ways I hate Barcelona in August;   Heat and humidity, and what it does to people. August is the hottest month of the year, so most READ MORE