Circuit de Catalunya enjoys a privileged location, at only 32 km from Barcelona. (and 18 km from the Costa de Barcelona). The Circuit is located between two major communication roads. May 10 - 11- 12 2013 How to get to the circuit from Barcelona centre : -Access by bus from Barcelona BUS Sagalés : 45 minutes. Shop : Passeig Sant … [Read more...]
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The capital of Catalonia is Barcelona, tucked away up in the right hand corner of the country and a jewel to be discovered. One of the major tourist centres in Spain it’s a city that isn’t afraid to welcome new, innovative ideas, and designers and artists flock here for those reasons. Around the city are the remains and historical monuments of different eras including the Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance periods. Visit in the warm autumn months as the crowds are fewer and the weather perfect for sightseeing. The choice in Barcelona apartments for rent ranges from basic to luxury and if you’re travelling with the whole family or just here on a business trip you’ll be pleased with the facilities and locations available. Some of the most interesting sights you won’t want to miss are Casa Batlló, the Catedral de Barcelona, La Pedrera, Casa Milà and La Sagrada Família, the Museu Picasso Museum and Parc Güell. Arrive in Barcelona by air as fares are daily, cheap and easily reachable from Europe. An apartment in the city can be a better option to hotels, especially if you're travelling with friends.
Cocoonbarcelona In Nederlands Magazine España & Más
November 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Het nederlandse magazine España & Más van September-november 2012 geeft speciale aandacht aan Spaanse stedentrips waaronder bruisend Barcelona. Onder het kopje beleef de stad vanuit je eigen appartement hebben wij een mooie vermelding gekregen, want zoals het artikel al zegt Barcelona beleven zoals de locals dat doen dat kan als je een … [Read more...]
Shop Till You Drop: Barcelona´s Most Exclusive Shopping Night!
November 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Enjoy this weeks´ most unique lifestyle experience on the Passeig de Gracia: Barcelona´s 3rd edition of the Shopping Night! Shops will open there doors till 1am on Thursday the 22nd of November. You can advantage a 20% off from 8pm till 1am at Sisley, H&M, Blanco, Lacoste and 10% off the winter collection of Replay. This last one, the … [Read more...]
Lets Go And Eat Tapas!
October 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Did you already try a pintxo or eat tapas during your stay in Barcelona? When you are in Barcelona these days the Ruta de pintxos i tapes del Poble Sec is the perfect way to try it. Every Thursday till the 20th of December you can enjoy the experience of eating tapas for only €2,- (1 pintxo + a beer or wine) in the Poble Sec area. This … [Read more...]
Kick Off Greg Festival Barcelona 2012
June 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Tonight the Grec Festival of Barcelona 2012 will have it´s kick off with two free concerts at the Arc de Triomf! From 9pm you can show your rumba movements dancing on the fusion rhythms of Canteca de Macao and the Catalan rumba and rock band La Troba Kung-Fú. In between enjoy a mix of magic and poetry with the show … [Read more...]
Open Air Cinema Sala Montjuic 2012
June 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
On the 29th of June the 10th Edition of the open air film festival at the Montjuic castle starts. On Friday, Monday and Wednesday evening till the 8th of August you can enjoy Barcelona´s nice summer evenings together with your friends in the open air. More than one month of the best movies of all times at Sala Montjuic. The movies are in … [Read more...]
Barcelona Hotel Terrace Week
June 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
From the 5th till the 9th of June 2012 the second edition of the week of the terraces of hotels in Barcelona will take place. 52 Hotels in the city centre offer free activities on their terraces. Music performances, painting exhibitions, film screenings, fashion showrooms, swimming , bombon tasting, magic…All very interesting activities in … [Read more...]
Casa Batllo Gaudi Barcelona
March 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Casa Batlló from architect Gaudi is on the Passeig de Gracia 43 Website Casa Batló Entrance fee : 20,35 € (2012) audio guide included in the price. Children under 7 years : free entrance. You can purchase tickets online. Skip the line! Priority access buying online tickets. Schedule : everyday from 9 am to 9 pm latest entrance 8.20 pm, … [Read more...]
Barcelona – Santa Eulalia festival – February 11 to 12th 2012
February 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Children will love the Les Festes de Santa Eulàlia 2012, which is held annually in Barcelona and is regarded as one of the biggest festival for the little ones. It takes place between the 11th and 12th of February and during the festival, many attractions in Barcelona are open to the public such as the Cathedral and more than 30 museums as well as … [Read more...]
Barcelona Gothic Cathedral La Seu
January 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Barcelona Gothic Cathedral La Seu Adress: Plaza de la Seu (Metro Jaume) Entrance door on Plaza de la Seu and on carrer de la Bisbe (very nice old street) Barri Gothic district Entrance fee : … [Read more...]
“Friday Night Skates” is riding Barcelona
December 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Known worldwide for its festive soul and endless nightlife, beautiful architecture, tempting gastronomy with the delicious tapas and much, much more, not everyone know that Barcelona is really into sport. And we are not talking here about football, ladies and gentlemen; we are talking of the Friday Night Skates, a wonderful way to stay in shape … [Read more...]
Shopping in Barcelona: the Dress Up Showroom
December 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Are you a fashion victim? Once again, Barcelona is "the place"! The city is famous for its multitude of fashion shops to suit all budgets and tastes. They range from the classic brands of the international scene to others more originals, since several emerging , cutting-edge designers from around the world have chosen the Catalan capital to live … [Read more...]
Ramblas human statues Barcelona
December 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Street art and street performers line Las Ramblas from Barcelona and create a truly unique vibe with-in this beautiful city. True enough, you will find street performers in many other European cities but Barcelona is some how the authority on this “industry”, and you will see an incredibly high level of professionalism here, … [Read more...]
La Rambla Barcelona
November 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Barcelona would not be Barcelona without the Rambla. La Rambla from Barcelona is exactly 1.2 kilometres long and nearly everyone who visits Barcelona walks along it. La Rambla was laid out in 1766, following the contours of the medieval city walls that had bounded this part of Barcelona since the 13th century. The locals took it to their hearts … [Read more...]
Cirque Du Soleil comes back to Barcelona with the show Corteo
November 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Cirque du soleil comes back to Barcelona with the show Corteo. From the 20th of January till the 12th of February 2012 you can see this spectacular show in the Platform Zoo Barcelona ( Forum). Corteo, ( Cortejo in Spanish) is a parade full of joy, a cheerful procession from the imagination of a clown. The show combines the passion of the … [Read more...]
Cocoon Apartments :: LA VANGUARDIA (Spain) – Sept 18, 2011
November 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
In September 2011 the well known spanish newspaper La Vanguardia published a nice article entirely dedicated to one of our luxury apartments, the Barcelona Palacio. Entitled "Comfort of today with a modernist base", it talks about charming places where to spend a short time in Barcelona, the best possible way. Therefore, the choice is not … [Read more...]
TOP 5 REASONS TO VISIT BARCELONA IN OCTOBER (+ Cocoon insider tips & Activities calendar)
October 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Shuut..... don't tell everyone, but October is surely one of the best month to discover Barcelona. Perfect weather, less visitors & discount prices are a perfect mix to escape the chilly Nothern Europe climate (not to say rainy!). Get a boost of sunny Vitamine D for a few days and enjoy the energy of our city: the National Geographic … [Read more...]
Wheelchair Accessible Barcelona
October 3, 2011 By 1 Comment
An american family : Krista Rausin, her husband Eric and their children Arielle and Kai, rented one of our apartment, the Fira centric 10 in September 2011 and really appreciated it. Their daughter, Arielle, is on wheelchair after a car accident. The Reeve foundation ( from actor Christopher Reeve) posted the first article "Compassion in … [Read more...]
Galician fish restaurant Botafumeiro Gracia Barcelona
September 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
For more than 25 years seafood restaurant Botafumeiro has been a meeting place for lovers of fresh fish and seafood. Moncho Neira, founder and chef describes: ´Our kitchen aim is to highlight the exquisiteness of the products´. As a sea food restaurant of reference, their secret is a careful selection of ingredients, traditional recipes that … [Read more...]