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Spanish Trails: The Full Story

Since 2001 Spanish Trails has been organising authentic small group and private tours in Barcelona and Catalonia. But where did it all start and how did Spanish Trails become the company they are nowadays? To celebrate over twenty years of success, hundreds of tours and thousands of satisfied customers we want to tell you more…

Winter in Barcelona

Thinking about going to Barcelona this winter? Excellent decision! Barcelona is an incredible spot to consider for a winter getaway. Here you find what to do if you visit Barcelona in winter times. Why Visit Barcelona in the Winter ? Barcelona is an amazing city to explore throughout the year, but during the winter season,…

8 differences between the USA and Barcelona

Map of the world | Photo by Andrew Stutesman on Unsplash As you probably know, both the USA and Spain have a western culture, but there are still some interesting differences. Barcelona is located in Spain, more specifically in the region Catalonia. This amazing area of Spain comes with its own culture, demographics, history and…

FC Barcelona: History & Highlights

Photo by Patrick T’Kindt on Unsplash   Throughout FC Barcelona’s history, the club has been recognized for its lovable and highly entertaining brand that always appeared to deliver results. They have won the La Liga and Copa del Rey championships a few times. They also won the Champions League and the Cup Winners’ Cup during…

The Porrón, a basis of the Spanish wine culture

Porrón. Is a unique drinking vessel that looks like a crossing between a carafe and a watering can. The neck is narrow like a bottle of wine and the bottom is wide like that of a wine carafe fitted with a long and skinny spout. Many who encounter the porrón for the first time ask…

Sagrada Familia: the church that will never be finished building?

The Sagrada Familia | Photo by Enrico Perini on Pexels When you think about Barcelona, there is a big chance the Sagrada Familia is the first thing that pops up in your mind. The Sagrada Familia is the largest unfinished Catholic basilica in the world. Designed by Antoni Gaudí, who is very famous for his…

Rioja vs Priorat

Wine tasting | Picture by: Laurel Widdoss Spain is well known for its huge number of wine regions, so it might not surprise you that Spain is the second largest wine producing country in the world. With famous wine regions such as Andalucia, Castilla y León, Rioja and Priorat there is plenty of choice for…

Best Times of the Year to Visit Barcelona

View of the streets of Barcelona Barcelona, the vibrant and culturally rich city, is often referred to as the second-biggest city in Spain. Renowned for its remarkable stunning architecture, exquisite wines, and thriving art scene, Barcelona offers an irresistible blend of experiences. If you are an art or wine lover, at least one visit in…

A must read food guide for Barcelona

  Barcelona is full of traditional and non-traditional food throughout the city. When first travelling to a new place, typically a tourist’s first goal is to get as local as possible and taste the food of the region. In Barcelona there is definitely no shortage of amazing spots for brunches, tapas, or cava filled dinners…

5 Interesting Facts about Salvador Dalí

    When you think about this legendary artist, what comes to mind are probably some of his most recognized surrealist works like “The Persistence of Memory”, or “Swans Reflecting Elephants”. But you might be surprised when you find out how many interesting facts about Salvador Dalí are out there. For a man whose life…