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Hannah Pennell
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Marked down
From the archives: Jostling for a bargain during the winter sales
Jan 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in THE ARCHIVE
Alvaro Ferrari
A changing Rambla
From the archives: The demise of live animal stands on Barcelona's most famous street, La Rambla
Jan 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in THE ARCHIVE
Pleasure hunters
If it’s relaxation you’re after, check out this selection of great regional spas not too far from Barcelona
Feb 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in VISITING
From bulls to fleas
From the archive: In March 2007, plans were afoot to turn the Monumental bullring into a flea market
Mar 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in THE ARCHIVE
Photo by Pilar Aymerich
Things that won't go away: Gloria Montero
For Gloria Montero, those are the things worth writing about
Mar 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING
photo by Hannah Pennell
Ronnie’s story
Ronaldinho’s first English-language biography has been written by a Barcelona resident
Apr 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING (2 Comments)
Photo by Francesc Tur. Courtesy Arxiu Fotogràfic del Patronat de Turisme Costa Brava Girona
Regions of Catalunya: Ripollès
Outdoor adventure and history fill this northern Catalan area
Apr 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in VISITING
Every vote counts
This 2007 article reminded readers that citizens of EU countries can vote in Barcelona municipal elections, which will determine who pilots the city for the next four years.
May 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING
Rafael Vargas
A new tune
In 2007, the Museu de la Música's re-opened, showing off their vast collection of instruments from around the world
May 2, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in THE ARCHIVE
Oriol Alamany
Regions of Catalunya: Bages
Lying just inland from Barcelona, Bages is at the spiritual and physical heart of Catalunya
Aug 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in VISITING
At the helm: Mayor Jordi Hereu
From the archive: Barcelona's mayor Jordi Hereu chats to Metropolitan's Hannah Pennell
Sep 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in THE ARCHIVE
Flattened
Finding a rental flat keeps getting more expensive and difficult, but being prepared can help
Oct 1, 2007 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING
David Murano
See the Pyrenees from a little yellow train
The French 'train jaune' (yellow train) provides a different way to the see the Pyrenees, and is not too far from Barcelona
Jan 1, 2008 by David Murano | Hannah Pennell in VISITING (1 Comments)
Scottish bard
The Barcelona Burns Club aims to promote Scottish culture in Barcelona
Jan 1, 2008 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING
Photo by David Murano
When the bombs fell
Barcelona's air raid shelters played a vital role in protecting residents during the Civil War; now you can visit them and find out how it was to live through a raid
Mar 1, 2008 by Hannah Pennell in VISITING
Time to decide
In March 2008, the general election between José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero and Mariano Rajoy was looming
Mar 1, 2008 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING
Action man
John Langdon-Davies, a British writer who loved Catalunya, left some amazing legacies
Apr 1, 2008 by Hannah Pennell in THE ARCHIVE
Regions of Catalunya: La Conca de Barberà
This region is a good place to head for those who enjoy both underground and overground attractions
Oct 1, 2008 by Hannah Pennell in VISITING
Many Merry Christmases
There are numerous ways to celebrate Christmas in Barcelona. Here are some tips for a Catalan, child-focused, British or environmentally-friendly festive season
Dec 1, 2008 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING
Summer studies
For those who want to give their minds some exercise this summer, there's plenty on offer
Apr 1, 2009 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING
Zero traffic deaths
It’s an apparently impossible goal, but this February 2007 article introduces some people who are dedicated to proving it can be reached
May 21, 2009 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING
Photo by Bartek Molga
FC Barcelona - the best in Europe
They did it. They really did it. The fans of FC Barcelona are renowned for their anxiety, their lack of belief, their worries, but on May 27th, 2009, their team of heroes won an historic third title in one season
May 28, 2009 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING (1 Comments)
Over to you: Ron Rosenow
Each month we throw the spotlight on a reader who is embarking on a new challenge, preparing for a special event or has an unusual hobby. This month we talk to US teacher Ron Rosenow about his short documentary The Language of Should, which explores the experiences of learning Castilian for six North Americans who are living here.
Jul 27, 2009 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING
An unhostile takeover
If you go to a concert this month, chances are that's it part of the Mas i Mas Festival, which is taking over Barcelona
Jul 29, 2009 by Hannah Pennell in GOING OUT (1 Comments)
Photo by Joe Wray
Over to you: Jessica Rainey
This month we speak to Jessica Rainey, a freelance translator and writer, who is one of the organisers of Tri-Lengua (www.trilengua.org), which aims to provide a place for writers to read their work in public regardless of the language it’s written i
Aug 28, 2009 by Hannah Pennell in LIVING