Day Tour in Barcelona

Barcelona is a city so rich in history, culture and cuisine, with so many places to shop and a constant whirlwind of activities and events that it is easy to forget that Catalonia is so much more than just its magnificent capital city. When the city walls become too cramped or the urban noise too deafening, the time has come to head out into the country and see the many splendid things that Catalonia has to offer, from the celebrated beauty of the Costa Brava and the sandy beaches of the Costa Dorada to the mountain scenery of the Pyrenees and the historical villages in Osona, Girona or Alt Empordà. Time isn’t a factor as there are plenty of incredible day trips, such as a visit to the coastal town of Sitges or the mountain and monastery of Montserrat, as well as many relaxing weekend getaways that are bound to please history and culture buffs, gourmets and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Parc del Laberint d’Horta

With a touch of Italian physiognomy, this park is home to the oldest garden in the city and is an example of the neoclassical gardens of the 18th century. Its name comes from the labyrinth of cypress bushes that is located at the lower part of the park.

It is possibly the most beautiful park in Barcelona. The gardens, the structure and the architecture make it the perfect place to lose oneself. Next to the famous labyrinth, the park has other small delights: views, places for reflection or for rest. Here we can find the Boxwood gardens, with their topiary art (figures); the Domèstic, which has a planting of camellias; the Molses (mosses); the Petit Laberint

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Fachmessen in Barcelona

Expohogar

Datum: 22-SEP-12 bis 25-Oct-12

Expohogar Primavera feiert 29 Jahre führende Design. 29 Jahre Innovation und Qualität. Expohogar überraschen Sie mit Trends in der Innenarchitektur und die neuesten Geschenke und Haushaltswaren. Alle diese plus Reihe von parallelen Aktivitäten zusammengefasst unter dem Markennamen Expohogar Tendencias.

Veranstaltungsort: Montjuic Messegelände, Barcelona, Spanien

Salon Nautico

Datum: 26-Oct-12 bis 30-Oct-12

Salon Nautico ist die größte Bootsmesse in Spanien. Es ist ein Ereignis, das immense Interesse wird generiert, wenn es gehalten wird. Port Vell in Barcelona ist Gastgeber für dieses internationale Ereignis, das durch ein Erbe der langen und renommierten fünfzigjähriger gesichert ist[…]

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Ontspannen op een van de stranden van Barcelona

Deze pagina bevat foto’s en informatie over de gouden zandstranden van Barcelona. Er zijn 4.2 km van gouden zandstranden slechts 10 minuten van het stadscentrum en 4 hoofdstrand gebieden.

Hieronder is de Tyler groep samenvatting van deze in volgorde van afstand tot het centrum van de stad.

            1.              Barceloneta strand

Metro stoppen “Barceloneta” (gele lijn, L4) beurt recht op het verlaten van de metro en de belangrijkste wegen kruis, blijven rechtdoor gedurende ongeveer 10 minuten lopen. Barceloneta is de eerste van de stranden van Barcelona en daarom heel druk kan krijgen tijdens de zomermaanden. De foto van het strand van Barceloneta hierboven is genomen op 3 oktober… en de zon nog steeds! Maar het is niet altijd zo. Sommige dagen kunnen worden bewolkt of zelfs regenachtige – het is het geluk van de loting.

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Expat Pension Advice - Barcelona

Making good decisions about your future

As an expatriate, recent UK legislation has been introduced to give you significant advantage over your UK-based peers, but many people remain locked-in to plans and policies that do not make full use of these allowances.For some of you, retirement will be a long way off, and for others, it might be too close for comfort! Whatever your situation, now is a good time to review your financial plan and, possibly, to adjust it to create a portfolio that it more likely to meet your needs.

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The Spanish Healthcare System

Spain has agreements in place with certain countries (such as the UK) that allows foreign pensioners to receive free access to public healthcare without having to participate in the workforce.

Spain enjoys a national healthcare system that provides health services to all Spanish residents. The National Healthcare System (“Instituto Nacional de la Salud”) covers 100% of the Spanish nationals, regardless of economic situation or participation in the social security network. […]

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The Tyler Group spotlight’s Barcelona’s hidden lure

The Catalans’ seemingly endless enthusiasm for festivals and parties means that there’s scarcely a week in the year that doesn’t include at least a couple. These range from the full-on traditional knees-up, with giants, dwarfs and dragons wheeling through fireworks, to gentle street fairs selling artisanal honey and sausages, and perhaps laying on a bouncy castle.

The array of religious events and old-fashioned pageants, all of which spotlight what makes Catalonia unique, are supplemented by a wide variety of more modern celebrations. You’re just as likely to stumble across a festival of rock documentaries, graffiti art, hip hop or cyber sculpture as you are to see a traditional parade: Sónar alone attracts 80,000 people each year.

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The Tyler Group Spain Expat Insurance / Embassies in Spain

When you are travelling overseas it can be difficult to know where to go in the event that you need help. With this in mind we have provided a list of foreign embassies and consulates that can be found in Spain. Please bear in mind that the information contained herein is meant for reference purposes only and is liable to change without warning. For the most up-to-date contact details please contact your government’s representative prior to departing on your trip.

Afghani Embassy in Madrid, Spain

Embassy of Afghanistan in Madrid, Spain

Callc Umbria No. 8

Madrid 28043 Spain

Phone: (+34) 91 7218581

Fax: (+34) 91 7216832

Email: embajadadeafganistanenmadrid@gmail.com

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Flamenco Show in Barcelona – Traditional Spanish and Dance Show

Most people, when asked what they associate with Spain, are likely to list flamenco right up there with sangria and sunshine. For many, this passionate and powerful style of dance exudes an expression that says so much about Spain and its spirit. The evening involves a four course authentic Spanish dinner, accompanied by a Flamenco show by a ten-strong team.

On booking the ticket you are advised to arrive 45 minutes before the show starts. This is worth doing as it will give you more time to enjoy the first courses of your meal before the show begins and the lights go down.

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The Tyler Group rings the curtains up at Barcelona’s Theatres

Barcelona’s theatre scene is thriving and is always very well attended by locals and tourists of all ages.There is a small theatre close to the Palau Musica Catalana that hosts both touring companies and local theatre performances suitable for all ages and tastes. Its programme is extremely varied from Belgian mime to South American circus and Jamaican documentary. Another theater known as a family theatre, with the show times being the guide to suitability. It stages everything from comedies to musicals and serious works. The shows before 9pm are generally ideal for anyone any age and the shows after 9pm are suitable for anyone over the age of 16. Also, a contemporary building of 42,000 square meters planned by the architect Rafael Moneo and opened on March 22, 1999. It has excellent acoustics ideal for the many musical arrangements staged here.

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Two Best Cities You Must Visit in Spain

Barcelona, the city of constant renewal, is without doubt the most cosmopolitan and economically most active city in this country. It is located at the Mediterranean sea in the north of Spanish Coast. It is an old city with an old history but has always attest its modernization by following the latest international tendencies and even outstanding them. This is reflects in the general approach to life in this lively city.

The most reason why Barcelona is famous to tourists the old city’s architecture, and there are monuments of Romanesque. quarter and Renaissance periods or still before, but most characteristic is what has been built more or less 100 years ago, truly living its history and culture. You’ll find Europe’s best-preserved Gothic.

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Parking your car in Barcelona

Parking your car in Barcelona can be a problem and expensive.

The Tyler Group Barcelona expat connections suggest avoid bringing a car into the city center. Instead try using the public transport system. The Barcelona metro system can take you almost everywhere that you need to go. If no metro goes to your destination then buses or taxis are easily available and offer a low-cost transport option.

But if you definitely need to park your car in Barcelona, then we give you some recommendations and a number of options:

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Barcelona Art hotels

If you are looking for style, beach location, and a guaranteed peaceful nights sleep Hotel Arts Barcelona is an excellent choice especially if you can afford the room rates! You will benefit from a modern hotel with rooms of a high standard. You can also be rest assured that the Barcelona Arts Hotel is worthy of its 5 star Luxury hotel rating – something that cannot be said about some other 5 star hotels in Barcelona.

If you are coming to Barcelona on a special occasion like a wedding anniversary or honeymoon then the Arts hotel is ideally located in one of the most romantic areas of Barcelona (after the Cathedral area -the top romance spot). You can walk along the sea front promenade at night with soft lights, palm trees […]

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Tapas bars and restaurant in Barcelona

There’s nothing more synonymous with Spanish cuisine than tapas, the tradition of eating small dishes as an appetizer, snack or in combination to form a main meal of the day. The latter has become a growing trend worldwide in recent decades, and that should come as no surprise to food-lovers: after all what could be better than mixing and matching all the glorious taste sensations of Spain for supper?

The word ‘tapa’ in Spanish means ‘lid’, and ‘tapas’ is simply its plural form. There are many cited origins for the tradition of eating tapas, and how they got their name, with the most romantic featuring King Alfonso X in a starring role.

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Crime & Safety in Barcelona

In comparison with other western countries, violent crime is relatively uncommon in Spain. In fact, one of the attractions for expats is the sense of safety that many feel when walking around cities such as Barcelona. However petty street crime is rife in the city and precautions should be taken to make sure you don’t fall victim to a mugging or bag snatch incident. Common sense behavior such as not carrying large amounts of money or ensuring bags are securely closed are as important here as any other city. Pickpockets work in groups, and are experts in diversion techniques. If someone tries to attract your attention or bumps into you, be especially aware as this could be a purse snatch in action.

One particular scam is to throw a liquid similar to bird droppings on a person. This person is then approached by an apparently well-meaning passer-by offering to help to clean off the offending liquid, and then the victim discovers later that items are missing.

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Barcelona Working Permits

As an expat in Barcelona wanted to live and work as well, you must obtain a residency and working permit, notoriously elusive pieces of paper work that require any number of documents, depending on your purpose in the country. The two permits are tied together in Spain.

Only European Union (EU) nationals do need special authorization or a work permit to live and be employed in Spain, though, it is advised that these individuals register as residents in Spain.

Non-EU nationals, on the other hand, will have a long and tedious process to look forward to, and in most cases, it’s necessary to have a contract of employment before you can apply for a work permit; a legality which can result in a Catch-22 situation, as many employers won’t offer you a job without a work permit, but it’s necessary to have a job contract to apply for a work permit.

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Zoo in Barcelona

Als u denkt van het nemen van een familie-uitje in Barcelona, zijn de activiteiten, uitstapjes en excursies van één dag beschikbaar voor u om te genieten van eindeloos. Of u willen zou stoeien in de golven op het strand van Barceloneta, of spelen met de kinderen in Parc Güell, er is zeker een avontuur dat is een absolute must voor ieder gezin een bezoek aan de Catalaanse hoofdstad: de Barcelona Zoo.

Barcelona Zoo is een van de favoriete barcelona toeristische attracties voor kinderen. Naast een groot aantal dieren is er ook een trein voor kinderen, een restaurant en een winkel om souvenirs te kopen na het bezoek[…]

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Herfst in Barcelona

Tussen September en November zijn temperaturen afkoeling waardoor het een ideale tijd voor een bezoek aan de stad. Om het nog beter maken, zie deze drie maanden een hele reeks van culturele en gastronomische gebeurtenissen die een echt bijzondere bestemming Barcelona maken.

11 September is de Catalunya nationale dag, in plaats van vieren een grote overwinning van het verleden, zij achten een klinkende nederlaag. In 1714 werd Barcelona belegerd voor meer dan een jaar door troepen die loyaal zijn aan de Spaanse koning Felipe [..]

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Barcelona – Utilities (elektriciteit, Gas, Water, huishoudelijk afval)

Vele expats die een eigenschap huren zal waarschijnlijk nooit een energierekening, met verhuurders van instanties die zich bezighouden met verbinding en rekeningen te laten zien. De kosten van water, gas of elektriciteit kan of kan niet worden opgenomen in uw maandelijkse huurprijs; Dit moet worden verduidelijkt vóór de ondertekening van een huurovereenkomst[…]

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Markt gids in Barcelona

De Tyler groep Barcelona markt gids geeft u recensies en foto’s van de belangrijkste markten in Barcelona.

Iedereen houdt van een goede markt, de bezienswaardigheden en geluiden, de drukte, de sensatie van collectieve onderhandelingen, de objecten die u zou nooit meestal vinden, de geur van de meest verse levensmiddelen. Gelukkig voor u Barcelona markten biedt een goed bereik te behagen zowel de ervaren als de beginnende markt goer. Dit artikel zal u geven de top Barcelona markten, verkoop van levensmiddelen naar kunst, genoeg om te voldoen aan iedereen markt koorts[…]

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