Stairs inside Sagrada Familias

Barcelona, buildings, blisters and breakfast calimari

April 24th 2010
Why should I go to Barcelona? When I studied art at college I learned about Antoni Gaudi’s amazing designs and I have wanted to visit Barcelona ever since. It took me many years to live out that dream but it was well worth the wait. Barcelona isn't just about architecture though, there are about eight miles of beaches, some great designer shops, a vibrant nightlife and they have a pretty g ... read more

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Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more

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Marie Keates

MarieKeates

The travel bug bit me while I was part of the marketing team of prestigious tour operator Cadogan Holidays. I lived the champagne lifestyle, even on the lemonade wages of the travel industry. I arranged and led educationals for travel agents, took part in glitzy conferences and awards events and stayed at stunning hotels in breathtaking locations. For eight years I travelled the world experiencing the best hotels, the most exciting excursions and the varied cultures of many countries throughout North Africa, Europe and the Mediterranean. I’ve seen the sun rise and set from the Nile to the ... full info

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