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Boat Trips in Barcelona

Barcelona is situated on the coast so if you are lucky to be visiting this bustling city why not experience it in a fun and unique way?

Boat Trips from Barcelona

Boat Trips from Barcelona

There are plenty of choices when it comes to boat and sailing trips around Barcelona, and here are some of the best:

Speedboat Tour

For those who enjoy speed then an exciting speed boat tour may be ideal. The X-Max Speedboat tour is an adrenaline pumping ride that lets you see the skyline of Barcelona from the sea. As the name suggests the tour takes place at high speed. This is definitely not for the faint hearted!

http://www.barcelonaspeedboat.com/

Harbour Tour

For a more leisurely paced tour why not grab a ticket for Las Golondrinas harbour boat tour. You can choose the 35 minute sailing tour around the port of Barcelona which stays within the breakwater or you can choose the Port and Coast tour. This takes places on a sea-faring catamaran and takes passengers out into the open sea. This tour last two hours and is a wonderful way to see the coastline and experience the thrill of sailing too.

http://www.lasgolondrinas.com/

Catamaran Tour

Catamaran Orsom is the largest sailing catamaran in Barcelona and you can book yourself a place on it. Cruises aboard this catamaran are fun, exciting and a great way to soak up some rays. The views of Barcelona are truly spectacular from out at sea. The catamaran is comfortable and stylish and there is even a bar on board. Some cruises include live music but best to check first.

http://www.barcelona-orsom.com/

When visiting this glorious city there is no better way to enjoy it than with a boat tour.

Getting Married in Barcelona

Barcelona is a hugely popular wedding destination and it is not hard to understand why. The “jewel in the Mediterranean Crown” has stunning natural scenery and plenty of options when it comes to choosing the perfect wedding venue. There are golden beaches that provide the perfect backdrop, rocky coves for an unusual location and of course the majestic peaks of the Pyrenees mountains located nearby. Whatever style or type of wedding you want, Barcelona can most certainly rise to the challenge.

Getting Married in Barcelona

Getting Married in Barcelona

There are a range of budget airlines that fly to Barcelona and several airports to choose from. This makes getting to the city a breeze for all your wedding guests and of course keeps it affordable for everyone too. There is great choice of accommodation available in Barcelona from budget friendly to more lavish. The warm all year round climate and incredible cuisine on offer also contributes to the area’s popularity as a wedding destination. If you are interested in having a wedding in the warm Mediterranean sun or enjoying your day in a unique and not to mention breathtaking setting then you just might want to consider Barcelona. It certainly has character and charm in abundance.

We are not wedding organisers but we can organise accommodation in Barcelona (and Madrid too) for the whole crew!Take a look at our website and send us an email and we’ll show you how good we are.

It is important to note that both civil and religious marriages are recognised legally in Spain and in most other countries too so the marriage would be entirely legal in the UK and other parts of the world. There is no doubt that a Barcelona wedding is a magical experience and truly unforgettable for everyone involved.

Rock in Rio 2012

The Spanish capital will once again be home to the huge rock festival Rock in Rio this June and July. It begins on 20 June and lasts for four days. During this time ticket holders will be able to enjoy performances by Rihanna, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Maná and Lenny Kravitz among many other hundreds of performers.

Rock in Rio in Madrid

Rock in Rio in Madrid

Many top bands will be playing at this year’s festival which is set to be the biggest yet. The Rock in Rio is in fact a festival that is held in three different cities. It begins in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil and then heads to Lisbon in Portugal before finishing up in Madrid. In 2013 a fourth city will be added to the docket – Buenos Aires in Argentina.

It is the largest music festival in the world with millions of people travelling from all across the world to see it. Grab your tickets soon before they sell out! More information can be found here