Tag: solo travel

Things to do this winter in Barcelona

Winter in Barcelona isn’t your typical winter. The days are cooler, the city slows down just enough to feel cozy, and there’s a good mix of festive events and everyday activities that make this season worth enjoying. Whether you live here or you’re visiting, there are plenty of ways to make the most of the colder months. From checking out holiday lights to discovering new cafés, museums, and creative workshops, here’s a simple guide to what you can do around the city this winter.

Recommendations of the month (November)

This month’s recommendations are all about embracing that early winter magic, steaming cups of rich hot chocolate, cafés perfect for slow mornings, twinkling lights that transform the city, and the Christmas markets that make wandering irresistible.

If you’re ready to welcome the season with cozy vibes and festive charm, here are my top November picks around Barcelona.

Christmas markets in Barcelona that start in November

As the festive season approaches, Barcelona transforms into a twinkling wonderland filled with lights, music, and the irresistible scent of roasted chestnuts. Starting at the end of November, the city’s most beloved Christmas markets open their stalls, inviting both locals and visitors to soak up the holiday spirit. Here are the top three Christmas markets in Barcelona you won’t want to miss this year!

Recommendations of the month

Welcome to the very first edition of my new blog series: Recommendations of the Month! Every month, I’ll be sharing my favorite finds, experiences, and must-do’s around the city I call home, beautiful Barcelona. From cozy cafés and hidden corners to local events, seasonal eats, and free things to do, this series is all about helping you experience the city like a local, at a relaxed pace.

Whether you live here too or you’re just passing through, I hope these monthly picks inspire you to slow down, look around, and really enjoy what Barcelona has to offer, one month at a time.

Rome 4 day Itinerary

If you’re planning a trip to Rome and wondering how to fit everything in, don’t stress. Four days is actually a great amount of time to soak in the city’s history, food, and charm without feeling rushed. Rome is packed with ancient ruins, stunning art, delicious pasta, and those little cobblestone streets that make you want to wander without a plan. But having a rough itinerary helps a lot, especially in a city where there’s so much to see.

My favorite things to show my friends / family in Barelona

Barcelona has many things to do, so it can be hard to choose which ones you want to see on your trip. Especially if you are here only for a few days. Read on further for my favorite things to show to my family and friends when they are visiting and which ones you shouldn’t miss on your trip to Barcelona.

Spend two days with me in Barcelona

My cousin came for a few days to visit from The Netherlands, I could finally show her around my favorite city again 🙂

I did had to work while she was here, but luckily I had 2 days off where we got to spend the whole day enjoying beautiful Barcelona. Read on further to got some tips of this amazing place.