Barcelona
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Photo Friday: Cable car in Barcelona
Roaming Tales &bull YesterdayCable car across the harbour from the Barceloneta beach area to Montjuic Park. It was a lovely sunny afternoon and we had clear views out to the ocean in one direction and back towards La Sagrada Familia cathedral in the… Full Story »
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Simbear Barcelona 2010
Matador Trips &bull Yesterday
WHAT/WHERE Sim (Matt Chapman) and Bear (Kerri McGuinness) hit the streets of Barcelona, Spain trying on flip-flop sandals, getting kicked out of bikini stores (for filming) and finding the best juice in Europe while searching for their hotel. This dynamic… Full Story »
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Barcelona Listings: Where to read about what's going on
Eurocheapo &bull Sep 1, 2010
We know how it is, Cheapos. You get into a new city, and you want to know what is going on while you're in town. Maybe there is some info at your hostel or hotel, but most of the time the fliers will be a bit on the touristy side. Luckily, plenty of other… Full Story »
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Does media hype affect tourism?
Travel Rants &bull Aug 29, 2010
There's an interesting article on various news sites about the increase in deaths of foreign holidaymakers on the island of Phuket. Apparently, so far this year 52 tourists have died on the island, compared with 28 during the whole of… Full Story »
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PrideBarcelona
Let's Go &bull Aug 27, 2010
From June 20-28, 2009, Barcelona threw its first Gay Pride week. Spain is-politically, at least-a gay-friendly country (same-sex marriages have been legal nationwide since 2005), and Barcelona has been dubbed the San Francisco of Spain. In short, expectations were high.… Full Story »
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A semester in Spain
Boston Globe Travel &bull Aug 27, 2010
Stephen White, a junior at Northeastern University, recently wrapped up an internship through the school's co-op program at DNA Architectos, an architectural office in Barcelona.In high school he hadlived for a time in Salamanca, a small town near Seville. He chose to returnto Spain for "the total experience,'' namely the culture, food, new… Full Story »
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Barcelona: Shakira Gets Fined for Shaking Her Hips in Barcelona's Famed Fountain
Jaunted &bull Aug 26, 2010
Shakira's hips might not lie, but it turns out they're still pretty offensive, at least to the authorities in Barcelona . The Colombian pop star had a great time dancing with fans in Barcelona's famous Pla de Palau fountain last… Full Story »
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Deal watch: Norwegian Cruise Line kicks off promotion for Nickelodeon sailings
USAtoday.com Travel - Top Stories &bull Aug 24, 2010
The cruise operator says families who book one of the all-Nickelodeon, all-the-time voyages by Sept. 13 will get up to $250 in onboard credits, depending on their cabin category. Customers booking a Garden Villa will get the full $250 credit,… Full Story »
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Barcelona; Michelangelo's Rome
Rick Steves Podcasts &bull Aug 22, 2010With the help of two expert guides to Spain, we'll explore trendy Barcelona where the works of modern artists such as Picasso, Gaudi, and Dali are a highlight of any visit. Also, travel blogger Angela Nickerson shares the highlights from… Full Story »
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[Contest] Win Tickets for a Salvador Dali Tour
Viator Travel Blog &bull Aug 18, 2010
Step inside a world of fantasy and discovery as you explore the works and life of Salvador Dali, the prominent Spanish surrealist painter. Viator is giving away 1 pair of tickets for our Salvador Dali Museum, Figueres and Cadaques Small… Full Story »
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Friday Flashback: Coffee and Couchsurfing in Bogota
Go Backpacking &bull Aug 13, 2010
Before leaving Spain, I'd already had my wallet stolen by a pickpocket. Was traveling to Colombia going to be that much more of a risk than getting on a crowded metro after an FC Barcelona match? Due to a Couchsurfing… Full Story »
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Flotilla of stinging jellyfish hit Spanish beaches
MSNBC Travel &bull Aug 11, 2010
MADRID - A vast flotilla of small, virtually undetectable jellyfish have stung hundreds of people on Spanish beaches this week - a swimmer's nightmare that biologists say will become increasingly common due to climate change and overfishing. The blobs attacked… Full Story »
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Barcelona with Kids: 6 Family-friendly activities
Eurocheapo &bull Aug 10, 2010
At first glance, Barcelona may not seem particularly family-friendly. However, if you know where to go, the city offers plenty to entertain adults and kiddies alike. Right on Barcelona's central Port Vell, a visit to the aquarium makes for an interesting afternoon activity. As you walk towards the aquarium, take in… Full Story »
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Disney Magic cruise ship rescues stranded boaters
MSNBC Travel &bull Aug 9, 2010
The 16 men and two women were taken on board the Magic and received medical attention, Disney said. They were then given staterooms, and later disembarked in Barcelona. Full Story »
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Disney cruise ship in Europe rescues 18 people lost at sea
USAtoday.com Travel - Top Stories &bull Aug 9, 2010
There was a "magical" ending to a high seas drama in the Mediterranean on Friday as a Disney cruise ship, the Disney Magic, rescued 18 Algerians lost at sea. A Disney spokeswoman tells USA TODAY the 2,400-passenger vessel joined the… Full Story »
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'The End of Food Tourism' in Barcelona?
Worldhum &bull Aug 5, 2010
I traveled to Spain with my parents when I was 12 years old, and I had vivid memories of some of our meals. I ate green beans with olive oil for the first time on that trip, and I still… Full Story »
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Friday Flashback: Barcelona!
Go Backpacking &bull Jul 30, 2010
Visiting Europe on my 'round the world trip, I was trying to catch up with some popular spots I missed my first time around back in 1998.A Switzerland was one, and Spain was the other. Barcelona kept me busy with… Full Story »
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The beginning of the end for bullfighting?
Gadling &bull Jul 28, 2010
The parliament of Catalonia, the eastern region of Spain, has voted to ban bullfighting. The move comes after anti-bullfighting activists presented the government with a petition bearing 180,000 signatures calling for bullfights to be abolished. Bullfighting has become increasingly divisive… Full Story »
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Spain's Catalonia bans bullfighting
CNN.com Travel &bull Jul 28, 2010
Barcelona, Spain (CNN) -- Catalonia became the first Spanish mainland region to ban bullfighting after its parliament voted Wednesday to outlaw the tradition on animal cruelty grounds. Those who see the ancient tradition as animal cruelty were ecstatic about the vote, celebrating in… Full Story »
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San Francisco and Barcelona join together as sister cities
Following the Equator &bull Jul 26, 2010
This morning I came across an interesting article about the city of San Franciscoas decision to become the sister city to Barcelona, Spain. With the help of the non-profit organization, Sister Cities International, mayors from the two cities signed an… Full Story »
