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Spring in Barcelona

Mónica Boixeda Barcelonian, Only-Be, Things to do in Barcelona

Knowing the best time to travel to a city can be the deciding factor between a successful trip and a complete disaster. One has to take into account not only the weather but also the influx of tourists, activities, etc. That´s why I’m going to tell you today about the best time of year to visit Barcelona. I bet if you ask any Barcelona native, everyone will tell you the same thing: spring. Why? Keep reading. There are several reasons why Barcelona shines in spring. Here’s a list: Warm but not hot Visiting a sunny city with temperatures above 30° C and walking everywhere can be an ordeal. Barcelona has many outdoor places to visit, but the sun can take away any desire to go on to the spot. In the spring, temperatures in Barcelona are mild, near 20 ° C, and the sun isn’t at its peak so it’s much more comfortable. Walking in the Parc Güell or along the Passeig de Gràcia at 30° C is much different than at a moderate 20° C. Of course, there might be an odd shower but nothing you cannot solve by stopping in at a cafe to wait it out with a good mel i mató or churros with hot chocolate. Less tourists Barcelona is one of the most important tourist centers of Europe, which means there’s an influx of people coming from all over to see this beautiful city. This can get uncomfortable—queues, crowds in the center and higher housing prices make summers in Barcelona more complicated for those with little patience. There are tourists in the spring as... read more

Interesting Metro Stations around the World

Diana Rodríguez Pretel Rankings, Travel Tips

Underneath many cities one can find real treasures, from stations of another era to very modernist and colorful ones. The metro takes us on a journey. Just get a ticket, get aboard and begin the trip. Next stop: A ghost station in Madrid, a luxury metro in Russia, a colorful Taiwanese station and the painted caves of Stockholm. By Rubendene Ghost Station Chamberí (Madrid): If you take the Metro Line 1 and you pass between Bilbao and Iglesia, you will see that there is a dimly lit station that seems stuck in the previous century at which the train does not stop. It was created just a few meters from another station, which is why it was abandoned. It simply wasn’t worth taking the subway for such a short distance. It later became a squat for a few years. It’s almost like time stopped at the Chamberí station in 1966, which is when the last train stopped there. It will be a trip back in time as you take in the box office from half a century ago, the platforms, advertising and even the tickets and fees since opening in 1919. These cannot be compared with today’s prices, of course. It was ghost station for 4 decades until, in 2006, when it was converted and restored. It is now a museum of the Madrid Metro and visiting it is free of charge. Stations from another era in Russia: One of the best examples is Avtovo Station in St. Petersburg. This station, designed by Levinson and opened in 1955, is full of classic columns and a variety of luxurious elements,... read more

The 2014 Rock in Roma (A top 10 Festival)

The Only Team Only-Be, Roman, Things to do in Rome

The 2014 Rock in Roma festival arrives with fully charged batteries and a star-filled line-up with that includes bands like Metallica, the recidivist David Guetta and Prodigy to set the scene. A line-up this good can be the perfect excuse to visit Rome, whether you already know the call Eternal City or if you’ve not yet visited. Take note, the dates are from 3 June to 26 July. This “global” festival is held every year somewhere in the world with artists of various stripes and periods. For example, Rock in Rio Madrid (held in the town of Arganda del Rey) brought back the 70s when The Police took the stage, as the British band reunited exclusively for the occasion. It was a success. The appearance of Metallica is not quite the same (since the band is still together), but we’re still excited to see a band that has been a leader since the 80s and keeps on rockin’ on. Of course, they play to accommodate the conditions. To name but one example, their concert last year in Antarctica, for the privileged few, was done with headphones to avoid damaging the glaciers with the vibration of the amplifiers. Awesome, right? Well, now that Rome is playing host to the complete American band, their music will resound all the way to the Coliseum. Without headphones, Metallica promises to rock the Hippodrome (where Rock in Roma 2014 is celebrated), for veterans as well as new fans to their music. If you’re interested in joining them, don’t wait too long to buy tickets. Concerts are purchased separately, and tickets are between 35 and... read more