Coming to a city as large as Barcelona from a place as small as Columbia, SC, you are bound to be surprised by the vast array of public transportation options available. In cities where transportation is primarily privatized, many people… Read More »Riding Together: What Barcelona’s Public Transit Gets Right
Lionel Messi, Barcelona’s Honorary Catalonian Lionel Messi is an Argentinian soccer player with a very important past in Barcelona. Messi played for F.C. Barcelona for over 17 years, gifting them tons of trophies as well as the best of memories.… Read More »Elementor #11674
It doesn’t take a spaceship to feel the effects of another universe. With immersive optical illusions and neon beams within arms reach, Museo de la Luz is a sensory experience that blurs the lines between art and science.
The Parc de la Cuitdella is a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of Barcelona. It serves as a retreat for those wanting to bask in the sunlight, listen to the birdsong, and marvel at the Cascada Monumental. Beyond… Read More »The Unfinished Park
Just a short train ride from the bustling streets of Barcelona lies the beautiful Mediterranean coast town of Sitges. Home to around 32,000 residents, this charming town offers the perfect escape from city life. Sitges is known for its stunning… Read More »Exploring Sitges: A Beachy Oasis Just Outside Barcelona
In the heart of Barcelona, the Moco Museum chooses a different path from other museums. Unlike Barcelona’s historic charm, Moco’s modern style shows pink walls and abstract designs. The Moco uses neon installations and digital rooms to stand out with… Read More »A bold walk though Moco
A look into Barcelona’s most iconic neighborhood, the Gothic Quarter.
The intense heat of Madrid is starting to effect us and we’re finding different ways to handle this heat.
Street art in Madrid is more than just graffiti — it’s a revolution painted on walls.
As you stand before a crosswalk on a traffic-dense street in Madrid, you can hear the familiar anthem of cars hitting pavement, the wind rustling your hair as they whip past you. It’s a similar sight to roads in America,… Read More »Walking Towards Progress
Tucked away within the busy streets of Madrid lies a door that says: “Ring the bell,” with a hidden world behind it.
The expansive view we were greeted with after climbing a section of the guard tower. The sheer beauty of it almost made up for the incredibly tense traveling it took to get to the Moorish Castle.
Have you ever wanted to try Michelin Star level food, but you feel like it’s not very attainable? If you said yes, look no further than Gustoo!
At first glance, the large wooden door to the repostería stands strong, protective of the secrets that lie within. But to the visitor who takes a closer look, this door offers a mysteriously sacred speakeasy…
It was supposed to be the best night, a sunset party boat, dancing on the water and making core memories. But fate (and Lisbon, Portugal festival traffic) had other plans.
Art, culture, and creativity hidden in Lisbon, Portugal. Where history and new age meet to create art, music, and vibes.
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Who are the real guardians of Lisbon’s historic Castelo de São Jorge castle? The answer might surprise you.
Past the busy streets of Lisbon lies a dimly lit restaurant giving you a little taste of Italy.
Barcelona is a city filled with history, and that remains true when looking at the stores around you. As we walked around the city, we noticed an abundance of thrift and vintage stores, especially in the Gothic Quarter. Most have… Read More »Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – Barcelona’s Vintage Life
Mercat Dels Encants is the oldest, largest, and most famous market in Barcelona, Spain selling vintage clothes, technology, and furniture.
