Film institute opens cinema exhibition in the street Can Pistoles, the old name for the Capitol cinema, is attempting to show the graphic walls that it had in the past. The cinema institute, which is located along Las Ramblas, has made an exhibition which contains photographs and pictures from 1926-1989 as well as a video about […]
TITAN supports sustainability and respect for the environment A new production line, Titan Cadence, is making changes to their Spanish companies to ensure that they follow new laws of sustainability and respect for the environment made by the EU. Respect for the environment has become a main focus for TITAN’s production in their new line […]
50% tax help for poorer residents Barcelona has started subsidies for less economically stable families. The ‘Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles’ (IBI) will offer families help by paying 50% of their taxes. 3.5 million euros is going to be put towards the scheme which will help around 20,000 households. Gerardo Pisarello, the first lieutenant of the […]
Alcácer signed to FCB whilst Munir transfers to Valencia The 23-year-old forward, Paco Alcácer, has recently been signed by Barcelona football club for 5 seasons. The club paid 30 million euros to Valencia FC, the player’s previous team. Alcácer was on the point of ending his contract with his previous team, Valencia FC, for who […]
JxSí and CUP organise a referendum for September 2017 The political groups JxSí and CUP have agreed to a referendum for Cataluña’s independence in September 2017. This has come as a result of demands made by the president of Catalonia, Carles Puigdemont, for the parties to discuss matters face-to-face instead of confronting one another. He […]
Best Places in Barcelona If you are visiting Barcelona and you are not sure where to start, here are some recommendations of the best places to visit in Barcelona. There is something for everyone, from those who appreciate culture to beach lovers. La Sagrada Familia – Possibly the most iconic building in Spain, the Sagrada […]
Tourism becomes the second concern of residents According to recent satisfaction surveys conducted by Barcelona Council, tourism is the second greatest preoccupation among residents after unemployment. The annual survey, which has been running for ten years, last year introduced the matter of tourism which since has immediately risen to the top of issues. In fact, of […]
Official opening of the Barcelona tech hub! Barcelona Tech City, home to a group of global technology specialists, saw its official opening in July at the emblematic Palau de Mar. The centre will be home to about 80 different organisations and over 1,000 technology professionals showcasing Barcelona’s ability and potential to be considered as one of the world’s […]
The extensive and efficient bus, rail and metro system of the city that provide quality services to residents and tourists The transport links in Barcelona are already some of the best in the world. The city has an extensive and efficient bus, rail and metro system that is the envy of many other European cities. The […]
Barcelona confirmed as a leading urban destination! Tourist leading Barcelona has once again been confirmed as a leading urban destination in Europe. Following an extensive study completed across 110 major urban cities using official statistics, Barcelona was the only non capital city outside Munich to feature in the top ten for overnight stays. Barcelona has always been […]
Drinks in Barcelona are extremely price competitive in comparison to its European neighbors! According to a recent study, drinks in Barcelona including coffee and beer are extremely price competitive in comparison to its European neighbors. Whether its an early morning hot drink or a cold beer on the beach, the average prices in the Capital […]
Barcelona can become a global reference point for sustainability, innovation and social development! Barcelona, although one of the most sought after tourist destinations in the world, has an opportunity to become a global reference point for sustainability, innovation and social development. The general assembly of Barcelona recently appointed a new President and declared that they […]
A spectacular ambience and fantastic performances across the three days event! Cruïlla Festival in Barcelona closed last Sunday July 10. This was the 8th edition of this annual summer festival. It was a crazy weekend. The ambience was spectacular and the crowd savoured the festivals wonderful programme of events. Fans who attended the Cruïlla Festival enjoyed […]
FC Barcelona new signings are French internationals and arrive from Ligue 1 in France! The last few days has seen two FC Barcelona new signings arrive. Both signings are young and exciting talents and will form part of FC Barcelona’s exciting new squad for the forthcoming season. Both FC Barcelona new signings are French internationals and […]
CEO of Open Camp declare Barcelona Mecca of Sports due to the conversion of the Olympic Stadium into a sports park! If Hollywood is the Mecca of cinema and Orlando of cartoons, Barcelona could become the Mecca of sports. So says the CEO of Open Camp, Paco Medina. This happened because from June 16th, when the Olympic Stadium converted […]