Barcelona mayor Collboni has his hands tied by opposition after Formula 1 and Park Guëll shows
TriasXBCN, Comuns and ERC force city government to prepare a protocol for the holding of major events in future
Friday, 28 of june of 2024 - 20:08
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Barcelona plans to eliminate all of its 10,000 tourist flats by 2029
Mayor Collboni presents a plan to deal with Barcelona's housing problem, with the focus on tourist flats
Friday, 21 of june of 2024 - 20:52
Souvenirs intended for the locals: these are the new (old) posters of La Rambla
The Pòsters de la Rambla collection seeks to recover the charm of posters linked to the city of Barcelona
Thursday, 13 of june of 2024 - 23:12
Barcelona tenants threatened by tourist flats come together in joint campaign
The Tarragona Block, with 120 flats affected, is catalyst for the action, led by a new Catalonia tenants union
Tuesday, 11 of june of 2024 - 20:53
This is Barcelona's mobility plan for the America's Cup
The city council recommends getting to beaches on foot or by public transport and will open two "Park and Ride" car parks
Monday, 10 of june of 2024 - 21:42
‘Barcelona, our home. And yours’: the new municipal campaign addressed to tourists
New Barcelona City Council campaign proposes to advise tourists against visiting popular locations when they are too crowded
Wednesday, 5 of june of 2024 - 23:24
Traffic lights and trucks crossing La Rambla: street enters major rebuild phase on June 17th
Five sets of traffic lights will allow vehicles to cross the central promenade while Barcelona's Rambla is remodelled
Monday, 27 of may of 2024 - 22:10
Thyssen Museum, finalizing details of its entry into Barcelona at the Cinemes Comèdia
Stoneweg is negotiating this cultural project with Baroness Thyssen and the owners of the central Passeig de Gràcia site
Thursday, 9 of may of 2024 - 22:46
Barcelona's Park Güell: the July 1st change for tourists that is intended to benefit residents
Online-only ticket sales are part of a mobility action plan in Barcelona's La Salut neighbourhood, home to the Gaudí park
Friday, 19 of april of 2024 - 19:07
Catalonia's drought: the rule change allowing "climate shelter" swimming pools to remain in use
Catalan government introduces water use maximums for tourist accommodation that match local residents' levels
Tuesday, 16 of april of 2024 - 22:46
Residents and restaurants clash in Barcelona over bar terrace regulations
Residents' body FAVB calls for review of terrace rules and Restaurants Guild accuses them of an “anti-terrace obsession”
Monday, 15 of april of 2024 - 23:10
No valid visas: the 69 Bolivian cruise passengers in Barcelona disembark to begin deportation process
The MSC cruise continues its route after the Bolivians without valid visas were transferred to another ship in Barcelona port
Thursday, 4 of april of 2024 - 19:01
Cruise ship held in Barcelona with 1,500 on board due to presence of 69 Bolivians without valid visas
Bolivian authorities assert that the cruise company failed in duty to check documents and must provide an immediate solution
Wednesday, 3 of april of 2024 - 20:13
Barcelona-Asia: one million passengers have no direct flight
Wednesday, 21 of february of 2024 - 17:42
After 35 years in Catalonia, Spain's Formula 1 Grand Prix is to move to Madrid in 2026
Madrid's deal to hold Formula 1 from 2026 to 2035 at the IFEMA circuit places a question mark over the sport in Catalonia
Tuesday, 23 of january of 2024 - 22:34
A 420,000 euro fine for Barcelona property owner who illegally rented flats to tourists
A Ciutat Vella building owner has rented out flats illegally to tourists for years, with alleged legal tenants in the middle
Tuesday, 2 of january of 2024 - 21:50
Catalonia puts the handbrake on tourist housing: prior planning licences will be required
In 262 Catalan municipalities, owners will need prior planning permission to use housing as tourist accommodation
Tuesday, 7 of november of 2023 - 23:16
A Sagrada Família progress report: what's finished, what's pending, and what about that staircase?
The Barcelona 'modernista' temple does not have a defined completion date, but construction is now advancing rapidly
Saturday, 7 of october of 2023 - 00:21
Enormous eagle takes its place above the Sagrada Família, as the Evangelist John tower is finished
With the placement of the symbol that identifies Saint John, the ensemble of the evangelists' towers is completed
Thursday, 28 of september of 2023 - 23:22
The Sagrada Família tops off the third of its Evangelist towers: that of Matthew | VIDEO
This same week, the final Evangelist tower, that of John, will also be finished, with a lighting up ceremony on November 12th
Wednesday, 27 of september of 2023 - 22:09
Hilltop booze parties continue to plague the residents of Barcelona's Turó de le Rovira
The so-called Bunkers area has been closed at night all summer, but that hasn't stopped the parties, with cars a new problem
Tuesday, 29 of august of 2023 - 21:03
Day trip to Girona: everything you need to know
Girona is one of the most wonderfully historic and unique cities in Catalonia
Friday, 25 of august of 2023 - 05:30
Visiting Barcelona's Gothic Quarter: history, landmarks, and more
Everything you need to know to visit Barcelona's oldest and most iconic neighbourhood
Saturday, 19 of august of 2023 - 05:30
Barcelona in film: 6 great movies set in Barcelona
Whether you're planning to visit Barcelona or experience it from afar, film is a wonderful way to get a sense of the city.
Thursday, 17 of august of 2023 - 05:30
Catalan tourists trapped in Ethiopia conflict zone land in Barcelona, 12 days later
Nineteen Spanish citizens, most of them Catalans, were trapped in Ethiopia due to the outbreak of armed hostilities
Monday, 14 of august of 2023 - 22:10
Best souvenirs from Barcelona: 5 best mementos to remember the city
Barcelona has many cultural icons unique to the city that perfectly represent it
Saturday, 12 of august of 2023 - 05:30
What to wear in Barcelona for summer 2023: these are the clothes you should bring
Heading to Catalonia for vacation? What's best to wear to fit in and beat the heat?
Thursday, 10 of august of 2023 - 05:30
Four bathers go missing on Catalan beach: the viral critique of a bad holiday habit
Paranormal experts alerted after 'invisible bathers' phenomenon makes Mediterranean beachside groups disappear for hours
Monday, 26 of june of 2023 - 22:48
Jumping the fence to the 'Bunkers' is "occasional and sporadic", says Barcelona council
Two weeks after night access to the city lookout point on Turò de la Rovira was closed off, the council says it's working
Thursday, 18 of may of 2023 - 22:36
Ada Colau now proposes to revoke licenses for tourist flats and souvenir shops
Ahead of the start of the election campaign, the mayor puts the spotlight on the negative impact of tourism on Barcelona
Monday, 8 of may of 2023 - 21:50
What Barcelona tourists need to know about the "Carmel Bunkers"
Overnight closing from 7:30pm till 9am is now the rule for the summit area of Turó de la Rovira (the "Bunkers")
Wednesday, 3 of may of 2023 - 19:51
Catalan climate minister proposes water restrictions for hotels due to drought
Teresa Jordà says responsibility for saving water must be shared and is confident that hoteliers will play their part
Friday, 28 of april of 2023 - 19:58
The Obamas and Steven Spielberg in Barcelona: city sightseeing before Springsteen concert
Barack Obama, Michelle Obama and Steven Spielberg visit Barcelona ahead of the Bruce Springsteen concert this Friday
Friday, 28 of april of 2023 - 18:30
5 best rooftop bars in Barcelona for an unforgettable drinking experience
Enjoy a refreshing cocktail with incredible views overlooking the entire Barcelona skyline at these rooftop bars
Saturday, 15 of april of 2023 - 05:30
What should we call them: the pillboxes of Turó de la Rovira, or the Carmel bunkers?
The situation at the top of Turó de la Rovira has become explosive because it has become an overly popular tourist attraction
Wednesday, 5 of april of 2023 - 00:44
9 Catalan expressions to learn before coming to Barcelona
Learn some unique Catalan expressions that are very popular in Barcelona and how to use them correctly
Tuesday, 7 of march of 2023 - 21:21
Do you tip in Barcelona?: learn how to tip in restaurants, hotels, taxis and more
Follow this tipping guide, breaking down the basics of where, when and how much to tip in Barcelona
Friday, 3 of march of 2023 - 18:35
