Destination of the Day — Barcelona, Spain
The cool breeze from the Mediterranean Sea cooling the vibrant streets of Barcelona makes for a picturesque avenue. According to TripAdvisor, the top-rated attraction is the Sagrada Familia with over 160,000 reviews praising the genius of Antoni Gaudi. With a pleasant 24°C and clear skies, it is a perfect day to explore this architectural marvel.
Your Move: Pack a picnic and enjoy the beauty of Park Güell in the afternoon, another great creation by Antoni Gaudi.
Travel Trend — Experiential Travel
Travel is evolving from sightseeing to participatory experiences. As per Booking.com, more and more travellers are seeking immersive experiences that allow them to live like a local. Be it cooking classes, vineyard tours, or learning traditional crafts.
Your Move: Try booking a truffle hunting or wine-making experience – the memories are unbeatable.
Booking Insight — Top Rated Stays
Booking.com lists Metropolitan Barcelona as the city’s highest-rated stay this week (9.8/10). Travellers love its rooftop pool, modern rooms, and the unparalleled view of the city.
Your Move: Book the room early as they are in high demand. And don’t forget to dine in their in-house restaurant.
Culture & Experience — Walking Tours of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter
The intricacies of Barcelona’s history are best explored through its architectural jewels. One TripAdvisor reviewer recommends a guided walking tour of the Gothic Quarter to relish in the city’s rich history. The narrow medieval streets of this neighbourhood offer a trip back in time.
Your Move: Lace up your comfortable shoes and take in the history- you’re in for a good walk.
Social Moment — The One Where We Ate Too Much Paella
Mondays are paella nights in most Barcelona restaurants and travellers share hilarious stories about overindulging in this delightful local culinary delight leading to food comas. A traveller tweeted: “The heart says more paella, but the jeans say for the love of God, woman, stop.”
Your Move: Paella is a must-try, but remember: the tapas world is vast and exciting.
😂 Miles’s Travel Reality Check
Lost in the city? Just remember that ‘lost’ is just another word for ‘exploring’.
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but having new eyes.” — Marcel Proust.