Barcelona
Madrid's loud cosmopolitan sister! If the name doesn't spark one of the most beloved football teams in the world, then the millions of visitors the city sees every year must be for the sun, sand and sea, not to mention the lively nightlife and Gaudi's architecture. At every twist and turn, you'll find art galleries, exhibitions and otherwise timeless Roman architecture with a rich and beautiful history. Hungry? Michelin-starred or not, the paella is to die for.
Tipping.
Restaurants and bars- Tips are not expected but if you did receive good service a tip of 5to 10% of the bill is or rounding off your bill is accepted in restaurants.
Taxi- Tipping is not necessary, but you can round the bill up or tip about 5%.
Hotels- There's no requirement to tip any hotel staff, although you can give a few euros if you receive good service.
Lingo in Barcelona.
Many locals in Barcelona are fluent in both Spanish and English, so getting around may not be too bad without knowing the language. However knowing a few phrases can really play to your advantage right? So lucky for you, we got you covered. Here’s a couple phrases to help you get by.
General lingo.
Buneos días= Good morning
Buena tarde= Good afternoonBuenas noches = Good evening
Gracias = Thank you
Nos vemos mañana= See you tomorrow
Halo= Hello
Eating out/ shopping lingo.
Habla usted inglés = Do you speak English?¿ver el menú, por favor? = Can I see the menu, please?¿Cuánto cuesta?= How much is this?
Quédese con el cambio = Keep the change¿Me puede traer la cuenta? = Can I have the bill?Get your flirt on!
Me gustas más que… = I like you more than (say something smart)
Te Invito a una copa= Let me buy you a drink
Tienes una sonrisa preciosa = You have a beautiful smile
¿Qué vas a hacer más tarde? = What are you doing later?
¿Cuándo te puedo ver otra vez? = When can I see you again?
¿Quieres algo de tomar? = Would you like to dance with me?
Transport from Barcelona Airport.
There are 3 ways to get from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Barcelona city center- by train, bus and taxi.
Airport Taxi.
Travelling by Taxi is a low cost and convenient way to get from the airport to the city centre, especially if you have a family or a lot of luggage. All rates and surcharges are displayed clearly so you will need to pay only what is shown on the meter and any surcharges applicable. The journey is only about 20- 30 mins.
Bus.
The Aerobus service is an express bus service that links Barcelona airport to the city centre. This service normally runs between 5 and 10 minutes within its fixed hours of operation, available at terminal 1 and 2.
The NitBus is the bus that operates between Barcelona Airport and the city centre where you can use the T-Casual on this bus. It operates between 21:55 - 04:45.
Train.
The L9 metro link connects Barcelona Airport to the city centre. There are two stops at Barcelona airport which are called: Aeroport T1 and Aeroport T2. The airport metro service operates to the same hours as the normal metro system.
Best time to travel.
April to July, temperatures between 11°C to 30°C
Forecast your trip.
This is Barcelona all year round.
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Barcelona related.
Summer holiday in Barcelona
By Deanna Sameer
Cosmopolitan Barcelona, apart from being the home of the most beloved football team in the world, is a real treat to visit. We dream of sinking our feet into the soft golden sands of the stunning beaches, taking in the bustling art scene and spectacular attractions, glass of sangria in hand, the list goes on.
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