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Thursday, 04 February 2010 15:03 |
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 We had a lot of fun at the Poble Espanyol when we visited last May, unfortunately we didn't know about the fabulous treasure hunts in place for families with kids aged between 3 and 9 so it is definitely an excuse to return. Barcelona is one of our favourite cities and since we are so close geographically we tend to go back frequently. I love museum's backpacks and exploring activities for families so I am really quite curious to try this one out with my six year old. Museum's activities really are the best way to turn culture into a game. Backpacks are available in English, Spanish and Catalan everyday from 10am to 6pm at the cost of €5 (this charge does not include entry to the Poble Espanyol); one backpack is suitable for a maximum of 5 participants. More information is available here.
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Tuesday, 26 January 2010 09:31 |
 I fell in love with Barcelona the first time I set foot there. I love the fact that Barcelona has everything a big city has to offer, but there is much more to it. For starters it is by the sea, which in my book is a big plus, and the sun shines most of the time. There is no better combination than this for outdoor living and great holiday adventures like taking a cruise at sunset. After a day of sightseeing, a cruise out to sea listening to Jazz and sipping wine is just what you need before dinner. The trip last about two hours and lives just before sunset, just in time to enjoy the orange glow covering the city from the sea, and leaves from Port Vell. For bookings and further details click here. |
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Wednesday, 20 January 2010 12:22 |
 Barcelona is a city that fills me with a lot of good sporting intentions and particularly for those appealing outdoor activities. The parks, the seafront and the weather are all very inspiring so it's not unusual to be surrounded by people of all ages cycling, skating or running. Tourists are even encouraged to maintain their training while on holiday with sights jogging tours readily available. The jogging tours can take the form of a one to one session or a group affair (maximum 4 people) with hotel pick up by the guide at the arranged time. There are 8 different routes to choose from with varying levels of difficulty. The tours are available everyday with an early morning option as well as a choice to run at dusk at the scenic Montjuic Hill. This is ideal for tourists who don't want to break their training routine during their holiday while making the most of their time in a new city. It is undoubtedly an active way to discover Barcelona. For booking details and price click here. |
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Monday, 11 January 2010 20:13 |
 Qualified divers can experience diving with sharks at the Barcelona aquarium by taking part to the Shark Course, which includes a theoretical part on sharks, a guided tour of L’Aquàrium de Barcelona and diving in the Oceanarium. It takes place every Wednesday and on weekends from 9.30 to 2pm with a maximum capacity of 4 divers. In order to take part you need to bring your diving qualifications and diving register. For more information on reservations and costs visit the Barcelona’s Aquarium page. http://www.aquariumbcn.com/AQUARIUM/index.php?wlang=en
More shark activities for non divers are available on weekend for Children aged between 8 and 12 can experience sleeping with Sharks and other marine creatures on weekend nights throughout the year between 8pm and 10am. Tickets of €75 include activities, dinner, breakfast and explorers’ handbook. The evening is set up with a class on sharks before dinner, dinner, night games about shark’s senses and shark stories after dinner, breakfast and a visit to the technical area to find out how the animals at the aquarium wake up. Kids need to bring their own sleeping bag and hygiene essentials. Places are limited so reservations must be made at least one week in advance. Classes are available in Spanish and Catalan. |
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