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Halloween Plans: London vs. Barcelona

Mónica Boixeda Travel Tips, Versus

While Halloween is traditionally a celebration of Anglo-Saxon origin, the fact is that more and more cities are joining in. This means that today we can find related activities in both London and Barcelona, for example. If you are going to visit one of these two cities in the coming days and have always thought that Halloween is just a holiday for kids, we recommend you to take a look at these suggestions to celebrate the scariest holiday of the year without resorting to classic “trick or treating.” BARCELONA Halloween is definitely a nocturnal party, so celebrations won’t begin before sundown. When darkness covers the city, it’s time to make your way to the Polaroid Bar, in the Barrio Gótico, to attend the screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, a cult musical from the 70s for which shows have become a production themselves, as viewers interact, dress up, sing and dance to songs like Time Warp. To continue the terrifying celebration, it’s best to move on to the Sala Apolo and join the Pumpkin Electronik Barcelona, a continuation of the famous Piknic Electrònic sessions that took place during the summer but with a terrifying new twist: DJs and alternative music under a cloak of mystery and occultism. And for the hardiest souls or early-rising zombies out there, we recommend continuing the celebration in proper fashion during the morning of November 1, All Saints Day, by visiting one of the nine cemeteries hat open their doors for the occasion (Montjuïc, Poblenou , Sant Andreu, Horta, Sant Gervasi , Sarrià , Les Corts, Sants and Collserola). Poblenou stands out among... read more

The Best Destinations for Divers

Diana Rodríguez Pretel Rankings, Travel Tips

Everything seems peaceful underwater. No uncomfortable noises, no fears, and no contamination, or at least not as much as on the surface. It’s like a parallel world exists down there that is as large as or larger than ours, full of life. I invite you to take a tour of the planet´s most spectacular seabed. The Great Barrier Reef (Australia): This is the largest barrier reef close to the coast. Located in the Coral Sea, off the coast of Queensland, the reef is over 2,500 kilometers long. And despite its age, it’s also the best preserved reef in the world, having been originally discovered by Captain James Cook in 1770. In this magical spot you will cross paths with fish of all types and colors. Now, of course, it’s under protection due to the deterioration of parts of the inner barrier caused by the warming of the oceans and the human factor. So my advice is to check out the outer barrier. There are boats that transport passengers from Cairns daily. Helicopter Island and Apo Island (Philippines): If the Filipino beaches are idyllic, the seabed goes beyond even that, if that’s possible. The coral is smaller than the Australian Barrier Reef but no less beautiful. Helicopter Island is very close to El Nido, on one of the resort islands of the Philippines. You’ll be able to see abundant sea life, including manta rays, barracudas, clownfish and starfish. While on Apo Island (located in the area of Negros Oriental), it’s very easy to see sea turtles; the area there is known as the “turtle sanctuary.” The water is... read more

Walking Around the Favelas of Rio de Janeiro

Diana Rodríguez Pretel Rankings, Travel Tips

The favelas of Rio de Janeiro are located in the heart of the city, between the beaches of Copacabana and the skyscrapers of the financial district. Not all of them are safe, but there are many you can visit without problems. It is estimated that there are about 1,000 favelas in Rio de Janeiro and most of them have been built on a hill or incline. You will be surprised how many people live in such slums. Today, the homes of about 20% of the inhabitants are located in a favela. But this is not new. Even in the eighteenth century, freed African slaves had taken refuge in the hills of Rio, the Wonderful City. We’ll give you a tour of the most attractive for travelers on foot. Santa Marta: Located south of the city, it is made up of a maze of narrow streets. Located in the heart of Botafogo, it is very safe. Since its “pacification” in December 2008, it has been a must. It’s easy to miss, but worth it. With its bohemian atmosphere, Santa Marta is one of my favorites. It has a special appeal, which is due in part to the inhabitants being so very nice. To get there, you can travel to the top by way of a cable car referred to as the inclined plane. It´s better than walking and is a common means of transport, which happens to also be free. Just going up is an experience in itself, and the views from the top are amazing. You’ll view Botafago, Sugar Loaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana Beach, Leblon, and the... read more