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Walking around Gràcia

inquiets — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:17:13 +0000

Hey everyone!
Do you know that Gràcia was an independent village before becoming a neighborhood of the city?
That’s why its people feel so different to the other Barcelona’s inhabitants.
Walking down Gràcia’s streets is absolutely charming, with its genuine shops and bars.
And you know what I love the most?
Getting up in a sunday morning and having a drink in one of its squares with someone.
Maybe the next time you come to the city…

Christmas menu

inquiets — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 21:53:46 +0000

25 de desembre, fum, fum, fum!!!
People, it’s Christmas!
I love this time of carols, presents and… Food! Yummy!
We have an authentic Christmas menu at a restaurant in Gràcia…
Wanna know the details?
Lucky you, because you won’t have to wait for Santa to tell you.
Enjoy!

Show must go on at Avinguda Paral•lel

inquiets — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:19:46 +0000

Have you ever imagined to have, in no more than 200 meters, theaters, cabarets, or even erotic shows?
Well, in the past, Avinguda Paral•lel was that place. Or even better.
Nowadays, this major street in Barcelona mantains some of these places, and is the visit is really worth it.
And what about its name? Paral•lel? Do you imagine its origin?
This, and much more, in our video.
Enjoy!

Museu Frederic Marès

inquiets — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 03:17:47 +0000

Now that is summer, there’s always time for a drink.
But although Barcelona is full of bars and terraces, there are other spaces.
Like Museu Frederic Marès, very near from the cathedral.
In it, you can visit el Verger, a wonderful courtyard, where you will find Cafè d’estiu: drinks, snacks, and free wi-fi connection!
So… Juice or lemonade?

Plaça Reial

inquiets — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 14:05:03 +0000

This week we stay close to les Rambles.
Plaça Reial is the only square with porches in the city, and you really have to visit it.
Not only because of it’s history, but for being one of the hotspots in Barcelona.
During the day, bars and restaurants to have a drink or sit down and eat something.
At night, a place with a very active nightlife.
Furthermore, during weekends, a lot of activities (clowns, music concerts, exhibitions…) take place at Plaça Reial.
Have a look at this website to know more!

History and shopping at Carrer Tallers

inquiets — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 18:33:58 +0000

Very near Les Rambles, there is a very interesting street.
It combines history, culture and new trends like no other place in the city.
I’m talking about Carrer Tallers.
Shops here have always been related to culture, from music to bookshops, and of course, fashion.
Very near, don’t forget to visit MACBA, or to have a drink at “La ovella negra”.
As for the street’s name history…
You will have to watch the video!

Summer festivals in Barcelona

inquiets — Tue, 18 May 2010 17:04:50 +0000

Have you got your agendas? Yes!
Then, clear them up right now.
Because Barcelona is always a very active city, but summer is specially full of festivals.
We start with PrimaveraSound.
Then, we have Sónar.
And if you are more into theatre or dance, you have Grec festival.
And… And a lot more.
Watch the video to know what are you missing if you don’t come to Barcelona in summer.
Because not everything is drinking “sangría” and sunbathing!

Sant Jordi

inquiets — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:48:56 +0000

Hi there!
Do you know about Sant Jordi’s legend? No? And the dragon? The princess, maybe? No?!
Well, pay attention, because you can’t continue like this.
Every April 23rd Barcelona lives a big celebration.
Specially couples, who buy roses and books for their partners.
Authors sign their books, and les Rambles is full of people walking up and down all day.
So… What about you?
Do you want a rose, or a book?

Colón’s monument

inquiets — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 22:51:25 +0000

Few stories are as controversial as Christopher Columbus’ (for us, Cristóbal Colón).
First of all, it is not clear where he was born, although Genoa is the most accepted place.
Then some people say he was jew, others, portuguese, also spanish and, of course, catalan.
Well, we’ll leave that history mysteries to the experts.
What is obvious is that Colón’s monument is one of the must-see in the city. Located at the end of Les Rambles, you can take the elevator and have a panoramic view of the city.
And from there, try to guess where is his finger pointing at…

El parc de la Ciutadella, Barcelona’s lungs

inquiets — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:20:28 +0000

Welcome to one of the greenest zones in the city.
El Parc de la Ciutadella was the first public park in Barcelona, specifically designed and built for this purpose.
Do you like animals? Visit the zoo, one of the biggest in Europe.
Do you prefer museums? You have the Geology or Zoology ones.
A fan of nature? There is the Greenhouse.
And sculptures (including a Walt Disney one!).
And a little lake.
And many, many more. People who live in the city love to spend their weekends walking and enjoying the park. Do the same!
But remember that, in the park, there is an ancient creature waiting for you.
Treat it friendly, and everything will be alright!