Sagrada Família offers four days of free entry to celebrate La Mercè
Those who want to visit can enter a draw to win four of 20,000 free tickets available
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Vermut de Reus - the mark of quality in southern Catalonia
Why is vermouth from Reus so popular? The southern Catalan city’s long history with the fortified, aromatized wine
Studio Ghibli inspired street wins Festes de Gràcia decorations contest
Carrer Mozart beats out Plaça Rovira and Carrer Jesús in second and third
Spain's rail operator sells more than two million discount tickets for youth travel
Over 32,000 tickets sold daily since June, 46% more than in 2023
Maria Branyas, world's oldest person, dies aged 117
Catalan born in San Francisco had memories of First World War and was 8th longest-lived person in history
Barcelona's Festes de Gràcia: creating more inclusive local celebrations
Activities in the neighborhood will take place from August 15 to 21
City newsstands adapt to changing markets
Regulatory changes have paved the way for new ventures in Barcelona’s kiosks
Volunteers work to revive abandoned rural town
Six homes build by Envall cooperative as people seek alternative holiday plans
What to do this August in Catalonia and Barcelona
From stunning beaches and mountain hikes to vibrant cultural events and music festivals
Fireworks international competition starts in seaside town of Blanes
Event in first town of Costa Brava to last until Saturday
Barcelona Tourism Office leaves behind 'Visit Barcelona' slogan amid anti-tourism protests
New motto, 'This is Barcelona,' launched coinciding with America's Cup sailing competition
Controversy as Barcelona pastry shop Escribà sells 'Trump's chocolate ear'
Company has deleted social media campaign, but figurine available in shop
Assisted reproduction treatments soar in Catalonia
Nearly 50,000 treatments in 2021, with in vitro procedures reaching a record high
From shame and grief to joy and gratitude: four experiences of IVF in Catalonia
One in ten births in Spain come after assisted reproduction treatment, but success is far from guaranteed
Igualada's sky takes center stage at European Balloon Festival with 50 hot air balloons
Event sees international pilots competing during four days in central Catalonia
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