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A Closer Look at Salvador Dalí
Salvador Dalí was born in Figueres, the capital of the Empordá region in the beautiful northeast corner of Catalonia. Growing up he spent most of his time in the landscapes that would be featured in many of his works. Even from a young age…

Explore Barcelona
Are you ready to explore Barcelona in style and obtain fascinating facts from expert tour guides? If so, why not take a look at Spanish Trails? At Spanish Trails, we can assist you in all you want to know about Barcelona. We can help you dig…

Treat Yourself to these Five Catalan Desserts
Indulge your sweet tooth with traditional Catalan desserts!
Coca
Surprise! This one can be your meal and your dessert. Coca is a pastry that can be sweet, savory or even both, it all depends on the toppings which range from vegetables, meat, fish…

La Mercè: The Insider’s Guide
Since the weekend of La Mercè has an abundance of activities happening all around the city, you will have to pick which ones you want to attend. Sadly, it is impossible to go to every event (trust us, we’ve tried) but with some tips from…

One Day Experience Barcelona
Do you wish to explore Barcelona in style and learn fascinating facts whilst you take in the sights? If so, get in touch with Spanish Trails today. At Spanish Trails, we can cater for you if you’re interested in enjoying an exceptional one-day…

Important Flags You’ll See in Barcelona
While walking around and discovering Barcelona, either on your own or with one of our day tours in Barcelona, you may come across multiple flags but they all have similar colors and designs, it can be confusing especially when some are more…

All About Our Favorite Holiday: La Mercè
We are so excited that September is finally here because that means La Mercè is just around the corner! This year it will be held from September 22nd to the 25th. It is the event that us Barcelonans wait for all year! You may be wondering though,…

Barcelona Day Trips
Take a look at Spanish Trails if you wish to explore Barcelona in style. At Spanish Trails, we can cater for you if you’re interested in immersing yourself in the city’s culture and history whilst on a hard-earned break. We have extensive…

Authentic Barcelona Day Trips
If you’re interested in enjoying our Barcelona day trips that are both educational and fun, help is at hand. At Spanish Trails, we can help you investigate the city in style, contextualizing the best sights and creating an experience to remember.…