I am privileged to live in one of Spain’s and Europe’s most attractive and desirable cities, Barcelona, the Capital of Catalonia. Historic, high-energy Barcelona is chocked full of arts and culture, incomparable shopping, centuries of architecture, magnificent Mediterranean beaches, endless recreation, unforgettable gastronomy and a lively sports scene.
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Mataró
My home city, just 35 kilometres from Barcelona, on the beach
Hotel Casa Fuster
http://www.hotelcasafuster.com/
Elegant, unique and sophisticated featuring stunning views to the Passeig de Gràcia from its terrace, and a special place to have a drink and enjoy jazz at night in El Café Vienés.
Hotel AB Skipper
http://www.pullman-barcelona-skipper.com
Lovely five-star hotel on the seaport with a fabulous terrace overlooking the Mediterranean Sea; also home to a superb spa
Hotel Cram
http://www.hotelcram.com/
Magnificent brick façade, minimalist interior design hotel; red and white colours predominate; located in Barcelona’s chic modernist neighbourhood
B Hotel
http://www.b-hotel.com
A five-star hotel at a three-star rate; features a gorgeous terrace overlooking the gateway to the city centre.
Rituels d’Orient
http://www.rituelsdorient.com/inicio.php
This Spa is an Oriental inspiration for relaxation of the spirit; diminutive and intimate with space for a maximum of only ten patrons.
Aire de Barcelona
http://www.airedebarcelona.com/
Arabian style, features various pools where friends can socialize during or between treatments.
Majestic Spa
http://www.hotelmajestic.es/eng/cuidadoyrelax.htm
An elegant, sophisticated spa on the grand hotel Majestic’s terrace; here one is pampered in an exclusive ambience.
La Clara
http://www.laclararestaurant.com/
In the Mediterranean tradition with delicious classic Catalan dishes
Abac
http://www.abacbarcelona.com/
The only two-star Michelin-rated restaurant in Barcelona featuring the unexpected in cuisine.
Amaltea
http://www.amalteaygovinda.com/amaltea/restenglish.htm
A simple, but toothsome, vegetarian restaurant; do not miss the incredible carrot and chocolate cake
Syrah
http://www.restaurantsyrah.com/
Authentic Catalan cuisine in a surprising, creative Nueva Cocina
Nuclo
http://www.nuclorestaurant.com
Powerful and creative cuisine uniting tradition and innovation
Semproniana
http://www.semproniana.net/
Great imaginative decoration with delicious traditional Catalan food with a contemporary flair; for chocolate lovers the Delirium Tremens is a must.
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