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© José Luis Rodríguez. Photo courtesy Agència Catalana de Turisme
Take a hike - walking routes in Catalunya
With the warm days approaching, it’s time to explore Catalunya’s walking routes.
Apr 27, 2012 by Max Bentley in GOING OUT
Relive history - reenactments in Catalunya
Learn about Catalunya's varied past by attending one of its historical reenactments taking place this season
Mar 30, 2012 by Max Bentley in GOING OUT
Are We There Yet?
Short of ideas for a family day out or simply want to get your children out of the house? We take a look at some exciting places to take the kids
Mar 1, 2012 by Max Bentley in GOING OUT
Courtesy Bains Saint Thomas
Warm and cosy
Forget the January cold with a trip out of town to one of these spots offering a real break from the city
Jan 1, 2012 by Max Bentley in VISITING
Photo by Lucy Brzoska
Cingles de Bertí
Discover spectacular views of Catalunya just one hour away from the city
Nov 30, 2011 by Lucy Brzoska in LIVING
Parc Fluvial Consortium
The hardest-working river in the world
Catalunya's Llobregat river once powered numerous factories dotted along its banks; while the industry is gone, it's still possible to visit what was the area's economic motor
May 11, 2011 by Liza Fitzpatrick in VISITING
Photo by Susanna Jacobs
Regions of Catalunya: Alt Urgell
Mountains and museums are the highlights of this rugged comarca in the central Pyrenees
Nov 16, 2010 by Susanna Jacobs in VISITING
Photo by David Murano
French Catalunya
From the archive: Less than two hours' drive from Barcelona, Perpignan combines the best of France and Catalunya
Nov 15, 2010 by Hannah Pennell in VISITING
Photo by Alex Sharp
Erotic forests
Artist Xicu Cabanyes has created an enchanted wood full of his own controversial art
Aug 16, 2010 by Lucy Ribchester in VISITING
Courtesy of Consorci de Turisme del Garraf
Regions of Catalunya: Garraf
Just down the coast from Barcelona, there’s more to Garraf than pretty, artistic Sitges
Jul 29, 2010 by Susanna Jacobs in VISITING
Cecilia Vázquez
Summer in Barcelona
Ah, summer— everyone's favourite time of year. It's no different in Barcelona and there's lots to do here between June and August...
May 25, 2010 in VISITING
Christmas markets
Head out of town this weekend for a traditional festive market
Dec 2, 2009 by Tara Stevens in VISITING
Looking for something else to do?
If you're in Barcelona for a little while, and want to explore some out-of-town places, the Costa Brava offers a fine range of outdoor activities
Aug 28, 2009 in VISITING
Photo by Hannah Pennell
View from a balloon
A hot air balloon is an unforgettable way to see (almost) all of Catalunya at once
Jul 8, 2009 in VISITING (1 Comments)
Photo by Nancy Todd
Gaudí and more
In the Catalan architect’s birth-town of Reus you can find out lots about him (although strangely, none of his buildings)
Jun 1, 2009 by Nancy Todd in VISITING
Photo by Rosie Free
Monkey business
Animal lovers looking for a different kind of weekend break can help out at the Mona chimpanzee sanctuary
May 8, 2009 by Rosie Free in VISITING
Photo by Gemma Gonzàlez
Going whaling
Catalunya's northern coast, the Costa Brava, offers you the chance to watch whales
Apr 23, 2009 by Simon Newman in VISITING
Regions of Catalunya: Alta Anoia
The area of Alta Anoia isn't far from Barcelona, but it's like being in another world
Apr 1, 2009 by Genevieve Shaw in VISITING
Copyright Consell Comarcal de l'Alt Camp
Regions of Catalunya: Alt Camp
History, religion and big onions make the Alt Camp region, to the south of Barcelona, worth a visit
Mar 1, 2009 by Katy MacGregor in VISITING
Nancy Todd
Ceramic spirit
La Bisbal d’Empordà is at the heart of Catalunya’s pottery tradition.
Feb 1, 2009 by Nancy Todd in VISITING
Skiing
You'll find a good day's skiing not too far from Barcelona
Dec 1, 2008 by Rosie Free in VISITING
Photo by Lluis Ribera, courtesy Turisme Garrotxa
Regions of Catalunya: Garrotxa
This comarca is blessed with an extensive beauty and a bountiful history
Nov 1, 2008 by Katie Addleman in VISITING
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
Cycling Catalunya
Bike trails from family-friendly to hard-core
Sep 1, 2008 by Regina W. Bryan in LIVING
Canyoning in the Pyrenees
Canyoning is an extreme sport that goes by many names around the world, and that the Pyrenees are an excellent place to practise it
Aug 1, 2008 by Genevieve Shaw in VISITING