Barcelona is definitely “The City” to discover in Spain. It is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe where it is good to live. At the same time richly cultural, historically and socially, Barcelona is definitely an excellent destination for your next corporate event.
The cost of transport / proximity
Barcelona by its proximity to France represents an easy, fast and inexpensive destination in terms of transportation costs.
The cost of living
Barcelona is a cheap city even if it remains a large European city. However, in comparison with Europe, and especially the big European cities, Barcelona remains very cheap. You can eat there on the go for less than 10 euros per person. An Europeanman inevitably gains in purchasing power. Finally, for transport on site by metro and bus, the city offers many possibilities at low prices.
The climate
Very sunny seaside town, Barcelona benefits from the Mediterranean climate sheltered from the Pyrenees which protect it from the winds coming from the continent. The weather is ideal between the months of April and July. In addition, winters are milder than in France and it is not uncommon to see the thermometer display more than 20 ° in November.
The sea
Barcelona offers beautiful beaches and this close to the city center. The detour to the district of Barceloneta is recommended because you will find beach restaurants, modern buildings and many shops. The Mediterranean “playa” atmosphere is guaranteed in relatively warm water (up to 28 ° C in the summer).
The food
Food is an essential aspect and Barcelona truly offers a great culinary choice. You can eat typical, French, Italian, Asian and especially you will find among the best Spanish tapas. The advantage, besides being a quality food, is that you can eat tapas on the go at any time of the day and night. Finally do not forget the sangria, the beer, the cava, the wine that you will be able to sip in accompaniment of your tapas.
The Catalan welcome
The Barcelonese are very welcoming, both warm, pleasant and smiling. If you are interested in their culture and take the time to discuss with them you will surely make many friends.
Cultural Heritage
There is so much to say about the cultural heritage of the city! Let’s just mention a few unmissable places and you to discover the rest by yourself … You will be able to start with a stroll to the park Güel … This beautiful park has a beautiful wooded garden, one of the many masterpieces of Gaudi which really marked the city of its imprint. La Boqueria is then a fantastic market with a thousand colors where you will find fresh fruit and tapas in a maze of small stands … in short, the ideal place to take full of eyes and full belly! And then the Picasso Museum, where you can discover the first masterpieces of this painter who began the exercise of his art in Barcelona. Other museums are worth visiting, such as the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Miro Foundation.
The Camp Nou
If you ever have the opportunity to attend a football match at the mythical Camp Nou stadium, then go … even if you are not a football fan. Third world stage by its capacity of 99,354 seats. Imagine the atmosphere when Messi scores a goal!
The architecture
Barcelona combines modern, classic and ancient architecture. A magnificent city with many facets, it was influenced by the imprint of Gaudi. Here are some places to know absolutely: La Sagrada Familia. It is a truly spectacular cathedral for which Gaudi has devoted his last 40 years. Also by Gaudi, La Pedrera and Casa Battlo, again the master and his creative creativity will not leave you insensitive. La Rambla, a majestic and mythical pedestrian street that connects Catalunya to the seaside, where you can walk, shop and stop for a drink …
You will understand, Barcelona offers a great diversity of activities to do and places to see. The city will seduce you by its beauty but also by its atmosphere. It is no use sometimes to look for what you can find next to your home! Barcelona is only two hours away by plane from most big cities of Europe .