Report by Lucy Peters. Barcelona is one of the most visited cities in the world, having welcomed over 9 million visitors to the city in 2019. Recent sightings of drones by pilots caused the temporary closure of Madrid’s Barajas Airport has lead to concerns about air safety in general in Spain. On land, awareness of personal safety is equally… Read More
Report by: Eva Barajas Are you ready to discover the best kept secret in history with us? Legend has it that the Yellow Emperor, Huang Ti, entrusted his wife, Lady Xi Lingshi, with the task of discovering why the mulberry leaves in her garden disappeared mysteriously until the plant died. The Empress began to observe… Read More
We are very happy to announce that the blog of Barcelona Guide Bureau has been chosen as one of the 5 best travel blog about Barcelona between all blogs, websites and newsletters on the web. From BGB we have to say «Thank you» to thousands of Travel Influencers on internet that using search and social metrics have chosen us… Read More
After the terrorist attacks of yesterday, August 17 of 2017, in Catalonia, Barcelona Guide Bureau wants to show his firm condemnation to these inhuman acts. A van ran over to dozens of people in La Rambla of Barcelona in a terrible act assumed by the ISIS. There are at least 14 dead and a hundred wounded.… Read More
One of the most awaited moments of Christmas for the Spanish families is not Christmas Eve or New Year Eve but it is December 22nd. If we look at the calendar we won’t find any bank holidays on this day but it is a date in which the hopes and dreams of many are clearly… Read More
Barcelona has an antique and rich culture which is represented in a vast variety of customs. Traditions that in many occasions surprise the travellers that visit the city. Why not take a piece of this culture when you return home? In this article we recommend the top souvenirs that you should take home and the interesting history… Read More
For 2 days the Born Quarter was buzzing with people walking along its ancient narrow streets. Now and then orange umbrellas popped up, identifying the Walking Tours for La Marató de TV3, the Catalan public TV Telethon. More than 300 people plus 40 children participated in the tours during the weekend 13-14 December. Each adult paid the symbolic… Read More
89 beaches in Catalonia have obtained the Blue Flag label in 2014, achieving international recognition. The Blue Flag label certifies the quality and services offered by the beach. By areas, Girona has received 28 flags, Barcelona 23 and Tarragona 38. This award values and rewards the environmental management, safety and facilities of the beaches. It… Read More
The city of Barcelona is proud of its Catalan culture and traditions. This summer it wants to share them with those living here and those just visiting. Until recently it was only possible to enjoy this kind of event on specific dates, such as popular festivals like Festa de la Mercè (Festival of Our Lady… Read More
The Urban Sketchers is a non profit organization of artists that get together to draw scenes of their city. This is their manifesto: 1. We draw on location, indoors or out, capturing what we see from direct observation. 2. Our drawings tell the story of our surroundings, the places we live and where we travel. 3.… Read More
