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5-15 OCTOBER Sitges Film Festival

Festival Internacional de Cinema Fantàstic de Catalunya

Established in 1968 as the 1st International Fantastic and Horror Film Week, Sitges – International Fantastic Film Festival of Catalonia has transformed into an essential gathering for film enthusiasts and viewers eager to explore the cutting-edge trends and technologies within the realms of fantasy and horror cinema.

Regarded as the world’s pioneering fantasy film festival, Sitges stands out for its enduring presence and significant influence on both media and the film industry. Its robust legacy provides a vibrant platform where fantasy cinema from across the globe converges, creating a stimulating environment for networking, exhibition, presentations, and screenings.

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Festival de La Mercè

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La Mercè is a festival that captures the essence of Catalan and Barcelona culture and is celebrated with great enthusiasm each year in the beautiful city of Barcelona. This festival takes place from September 22nd to September 25th, coinciding with the feast day of Our Lady of Mercy, who is the patron saint of Barcelona.

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What to see in Bilbao?

Even though you may have heard a lot about Bilbao, you might not yet know what to do there. It is true that in Bilbao you can experience pintxos in a way you never did before, witness new things in the world of art that you’ve never seen previously, enjoy golden beaches and much more. In fact, everybody would certainly feel satisfied there because their interests are always being met. There is something for everyone, and now we’ll give you some suggestions for sights you could consider visiting!

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The festival of Sant Jordi in Barcelona

April 23th – the day of roses and books! Across all of Catalonia, this day is dedicated to celebrating both love and literature. It is also known as La Diada de Sant Jordi which translates into The Day of St. George. It can be a good idea to visit Barcelona if you want to enjoy the romantic atmosphere of that moment. Continue reading if you’d like to learn more about the meaning behind the tradition of exchanging books and roses. We assure you that you won’t be disappointed!

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Spain’s springtime blooms will leave you speechless

If you´ve ever wanted to be somewhere that makes you feel like you are in a fairy tale, then this article found you at the perfect time. Right now, it is your chance to fully immerse yourself in the springtime blooming season in Spain. For just a few minutes we invite you to imagine how the cherry, peach, and almond blossoms could influence all of your senses. We have selected and discussed a few of the countless places where you can witness this magical moment. You can find out more in the following sections:

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Why is Easter such a major event in Sevilla?

Sevilla is the place to be if you want to have a totally different and unique Easter this year! Despite the fact that it is a key moment for the entire Spain, Sevilla exceeds all expectations. For that, forget about expectations, and just be prepared to be astonished. Continue reading to see why Sevilla is considered one of the best places to spend Easter.

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Enjoy a wonderful time in Lisbon

If you’re still putting off planning your Lisbon holiday, this might be for you. It is not by chance that you hear about this city continuously. Come with us on a short online journey to Portugal today and find out why Lisbon is a place you must visit at least once.

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The Fallas festival in Valencia

Fallas celebrations, a festival that mixes tradition, satire, and art, take up Valencia from the 4th of February to the 19th of March. Since this event is not to be missed at all costs we would like give you some information regarding the programme this year.

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The spirit of the carnivals in Canarias: dressed in colours and music

Visiting the Canary Islands during the times of carnivals means to merge with a type of energy that is beyond words. Everyone appears to be utterly unique and different at these moments, but they all move in unison to the rhythm of music and positive vibes. Such an experience is incomparable. Today we give you a little hint of what you can expect if you decide to visit one of these events.

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Never miss a chance to visit Valencia

Let us share with you the best ways to be ready for your trip to Valencia so that you won’t have to wonder any more why you should go. You will discover how to go to Valencia, how to prepare in advance to enjoy the city to the fullest, and you will receive information on various guides based on your interests and the purpose of your trip. Additionally, you have more information about the city’s unique tourism offers. Don’t hesitate to give it a shot!

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In 2023 Barcelona welcomes some of the greatest singers

Today we would like to share with you three of the most significant performances happening this year in Barcelona! These are the ones by Coldplay, Beyoncé, and Madonna. The great events don’t stop here, though. There are music festivals held every year in Barcelona – Primavera Sound and Sónar. You can discover all there is to know by reading the material below.

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Your trip to Costa Dorada

Beyond sun, sea, and sand, the Costa Dorada offers far more. In an ideal location of peace and tranquility, it provides its visitors a wide variety of outdoor activities, culture, nature, and history, making it ideal for family vacations. Today you have the chance to see why it is worth the visit and how you could start planning your trip!

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Discover the uniqueness of Sevilla

Even after you leave from there, the land where flamenco originated, where architecture speaks with the power of its fusion of styles, and where romantic atmosphere is inevitable will remain in your heart. This is how Sevilla affects every traveler who decides to go there. It is impossible to find another place with an ambience as alluring as this one in southern Spain. If you want a range of attractions, beauty, delicious food and cultural enrichment together, there is no doubt you should make a trip to Sevilla. As soon as you finish reading this post, you will be prepared to start planning!

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The Born-La Ribera district – the oldest neighborhood in Barcelona

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El Born is one of the neighborhoods that form, along with the Gothic, Raval and Barceloneta, the historic center (Ciudad Vella) of Barcelona. It consists of two distinct areas, Ribera and El Born, but the latter has taken on such importance in recent years that its name is often used as a synonym for the entire neighborhood. The word Born means enclosure and indicates the place where the tournaments between knights took place.

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The zoo of Barcelona – A great experience for parents and kids!

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Barcelona Zoo opened its doors in 1892 inside the perimeter of the Ciutadella Park, during the Universal Exhibition organized at that time in Barcelona. You will find a very wide variety of animals, such as amphibians (frogs), birds (penguins, flamingos, vultures, ostriches), mammals (dolphins, elephants, gazelles, bears …) and reptiles (crocodiles, iguanas, pythons are found, turtles).

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Best skate spots in Barcelona

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Barcelona is known as the world capital of sktaboarding, due to its high number of skate spots. It’s sunny weather, big wide sidewalks (Diagonal Avenue, Passeig de Gracia, beach promenade…) and km of bike lane make Barcelona one of the most skateable cities in the world. If you bring your board to Barcelona, you cannot miss these 5 top skate spots in the city:

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El Nacional: Top fine cuisine in Barcelona

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On the majestic Passeig de Gracia (must-see avenue during your stay in Barcelona) opened its doors in 2014 a space dedicated to restoration, seducing both food gourmets and lovers of interior design and architecture.

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Barcelona Sonar Festival

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Sónar is a three-day electronic and advanced music festival. It was founded in Barcelona in 1994 by journalist Ricard Robles and musicians Enric Palau, and Sergi Caballero. This first event was attended by nearly 6,000 people, but this numbered tripled in only two years, reaching 18.000 in 1996. Sonar assistants number has allways kept growing until the early 2010’s, when Sónar size stabilized at around 80.000 visitors / year. Continue reading →

10 must-do plans to enjoy Barcelona during summer

enjoy summer You’ll always find something to do in Barcelona, even in mid November, but during summer the possibilities are absolutely countless. Open-air cinema, breathtaking viewpoints, gorgeous parks and so on. A long list of free or very cheap activities for you to enjoy your holiday in Barcelona. To help you choose between them, we hereby recommend you our Staff Pick of the top 10 activities to experience 100% the city of Barcelona in summer!

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La Barceloneta district – Barcelona

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La Barceloneta is one of the neighborhoods that form, together with Gothic, Born and Raval, the historical center (Ciutat Vella) of Barcelona. It has a triangular shape and an area of 71 hectares, going from the hotel W beach to the Olympic Port, and up to the Ciutadella Parc.

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