Hello ladies and gents this is the viking telling you that today we are starting a new series where we will travel the world to different holiday destinations today we are going to
BARCELONA
Barcelona is a city in Spain. It is the capital and largest city of Catalonia, as well as the second most populous municipality of Spain. With a population of 1.6 million within city limits, its urban area extends to numerous neighbouring municipalities within the Province of Barcelona and is home to around 4.8 million people, making it the sixth most populous urban area in the European Union after Paris, London, Madrid, the Ruhr area and Milan. It is one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea, located on the coast between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat and Besòs, and bounded to the west by the Serra de Collserola mountain range, the tallest peak of which is 512 metres (1,680 feet) high.
1.Try the best Catalan cuisine at spots like Dos Pebrots
What is it? Restaurants that specialise in the most traditional of Catalan gastronomy.
Why go? To try the local cuisine: ‘canalons’ at Casa AgustÃ, where they carefully guard the secret to their version of this iconic winter dish; ‘capipota’ with chickpeas at Can Vilaró, who cook up this tasty gelatinous marvel (their meatballs are also a revelation); and another cool-weather treat you’ve got to try is the ‘escudella’ hearty stew at Ca l’Estevet, where Mark Zuckerberg is among the latest of celebs spotted digging in to the local fare.
Don't miss: Head to Dos Pebrots to discover modern Catalan creations using ancient Mediterranean recipes, from Michelin-starred chef Albert Raurich.
2.Do a bit of a different Modernista route
What is it? A less-touristy way to discover Catalan modernism.
Why go? Whether you live in Barcelona or are visiting, you might think you’ve seen all the big modernista sights in town: the Sagrada FamÃlia, La Pedrera, Casa Batlló, Park Güell... but you might be surprised to know you ain’t seen nothing yet. The Institut de Paisatge Urbà has made a list of 2,200 buildings that are either 100% modernista or have modernista elements. If you haven’t got time to see them all, we can recommend Casa Vicens, Hotel Espanya, Casa Thomas and Casa Planells for starters.
Don’t miss: Casa Vicens only recently opened its doors to the public for the first time. It was the first big architectural assignment Antoni Gaudà ever received.
3.Thrill at a Barça football match at Camp Nou
What is it? FC Barcelona’s home football pitch. Or rather, Leo Messi’s stomping ground...
Why go? Having one of the best teams in the world in Barcelona brings huge pride to the city, and even more so when the starting 11 features Messi, arguably the greatest footballer of all time. If Barça’s not in town, or you can’t get to a match, the Museum is one of the most visited in the whole city, and brings you even closer to the team and their glory.
Don’t miss: Die-hard fans will want to check out the Camp Nou Experience, where for €139 euros you can sneak a peek into the players-only areas of the stadium.
HOTEL PRICES IN PEAK SEASON
1/07/19- 8/07/19
Prices from 43 to 95 euros a night for a double room
I hope you liked this new series and as always have a chilled day from the viking
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