Barcelona has a wide selection of golf courses allowing tourists to visit and enjoy the city, the sights and a game of golf in the best weather. A variety of clubs organize golfing for tourists and visitors. In addition to working with businesses and organizations to mount corporate golf days and congresses through Barcelona Golf Corporate Services using the best conference facilities in and around Barcelona.
So visit Barcelona and explore, for there is much more than what meets the eye.
Also do your best to keep the game on the golf course, however, if you find yourself much like Tiger Woods then there are plenty events and entertainment after to enjoy within the city.
Golfing news indicates Tiger Woods' latest update includes a suspected overdose for the pro golfer, another porn star alleged mistress to bring the mistress count to 11 and a wife on the run.
In addition to Tiger's 10-woman mistress count, a new porn star surfaced yesterday evening named Joselyn James. Veronica Siwik-Daniels (aka Joselyn James) was linked to Tiger in a post on the sports website Deadspin.com, totaling two porn stars among Tiger's women across the United States and across the pond (British women are among the alleged).
Friday, December 18, 2009
Barcelona Travel
Barcelona International Airport opened its doors several months ago and now is more than prepared for the arrival of the new eco-friendly Boeing 787 Dreamliner, set to make its first test flight, almost two and a half years late.
Grounded by a series of hitches, including design problems, strikes and even a shortage of bolts, Boeing has pegged its hopes for the future on the plane, which promises to be one of the most fuel-efficient in the world.
It has attracted some 840 orders from all over the globe, although some have been cancelled because of the delays. Its popularity is partly thanks to its lightweight design. Made of carbon and titanium, it should reduce fuel consumption as well as save on maintenance costs.
Some 840 orders for the 787 Dreamliner makes the plane worth about $140bn (£86bn) for Boeing, but first, the aerospace giant must get the plane ready for delivery to airlines.
Analysts warn that the maiden flight is just a step towards that goal, not a sign that everything is fine.
The 787 is already 30 months behind schedule and there could be further delay as the aircraft begins test flights and seeks federal certification
Boeing says it will deliver the plane to customers by the end of 2010. Analysts say that is a very optimistic timetable while the design aims to make the plane nimble and able to fly long distances without refuelling.
Grounded by a series of hitches, including design problems, strikes and even a shortage of bolts, Boeing has pegged its hopes for the future on the plane, which promises to be one of the most fuel-efficient in the world.
It has attracted some 840 orders from all over the globe, although some have been cancelled because of the delays. Its popularity is partly thanks to its lightweight design. Made of carbon and titanium, it should reduce fuel consumption as well as save on maintenance costs.
Some 840 orders for the 787 Dreamliner makes the plane worth about $140bn (£86bn) for Boeing, but first, the aerospace giant must get the plane ready for delivery to airlines.
Analysts warn that the maiden flight is just a step towards that goal, not a sign that everything is fine.
The 787 is already 30 months behind schedule and there could be further delay as the aircraft begins test flights and seeks federal certification
Boeing says it will deliver the plane to customers by the end of 2010. Analysts say that is a very optimistic timetable while the design aims to make the plane nimble and able to fly long distances without refuelling.
Barcelona Port Aventura
PortAventura is a unique spot in the heart of the Costa Daurada.
Each day at PortAventura offers the most exciting of adventures and a whole range of experiences that you will remember forever.
Family holidays, a weekend break with friends, a business convention with your company... it doesn't matter who you are, where you come from or what you come for.
The important thing is that once you've been, the experience will stay with you for a long time to come.
A theme park full of action-packed adventures from all corners of the globe: imperial China, the wild Far West, exotic Polynesia, Aztec México and the mellow Mediterrània.
A huge water theme park where you can really take the plunge. There is also a covered area so you can have fun all year round.
There are four 4-star hotels as well as exclusive rooms in the select Club San Juan; all offer a whole host of services to make sure you thoroughly enjoy your stay.
This unique spot, right next to the Mediterranean, is exclusively reserved for PortAventura hotel guests. A perfect place to relax and enjoy the swimming pools and gardens, or sample the excellent signature cuisine at the Restaurante Lumine.
Visit the PortAventura Golf website and find all the information on the courses, rates and services that we offer.
As of 2 November, the entrance to PortAventura Golf will be through the North Clubhouse.
Each day at PortAventura offers the most exciting of adventures and a whole range of experiences that you will remember forever.
Family holidays, a weekend break with friends, a business convention with your company... it doesn't matter who you are, where you come from or what you come for.
The important thing is that once you've been, the experience will stay with you for a long time to come.
PortAventura Park
A theme park full of action-packed adventures from all corners of the globe: imperial China, the wild Far West, exotic Polynesia, Aztec México and the mellow Mediterrània.
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Caribe Aquatic Park
A huge water theme park where you can really take the plunge. There is also a covered area so you can have fun all year round.
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Hotels
There are four 4-star hotels as well as exclusive rooms in the select Club San Juan; all offer a whole host of services to make sure you thoroughly enjoy your stay.
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Beach Club
This unique spot, right next to the Mediterranean, is exclusively reserved for PortAventura hotel guests. A perfect place to relax and enjoy the swimming pools and gardens, or sample the excellent signature cuisine at the Restaurante Lumine.
PortAventura Golf
Visit PortAventura Golf
Visit the PortAventura Golf website and find all the information on the courses, rates and services that we offer.
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New access to PortAventura Golf
As of 2 November, the entrance to PortAventura Golf will be through the North Clubhouse.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Barcelona New Year´s Eve Clubs
Club Recommendations
Razzmatazz
Collection of DJs over 5 rooms of music to choose from. Ranging from Electronic to Indie to Rock
Entrance 30 EUR
Catwalk
Feliz Año Nuevo Fiesta usually with a variety of funky dance music and hip hop and R´n´B to choose from
La Fira Club
A fantastic way of bringing in the New Year, where there are a selection of 500 different shots to choose from!!
Entrance is only 15 EUR and includes glass of Champagne, drink and mask
Sala Apolo
New Year's Eve: ELLEN ALLIEN (Bpitch Control/ GER) + THOMAS MÜLLER (Bpitch Control/ GER) + DJ FRA + JUAN B
Entrance is 15 EUR and the club opens from 12.00am
Also recommend:- Sutton Club, Opium Mar, Otto Lutz, City Hall Club
Entrance to the clubs starts from 15 EUR and usually includes drinks as well as additional New Years Eve give-aways. It is common tradition that people eat together at home to bring in the New Year as a family in Barcelona, while in the early hours of the New Year young people would then leave their homes and go to clubs and events in the city. Therefore most clubs open from 12.00am!!!
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Barcelona Weather
Escape the heavy rain and floods of the United Kingdom and Ireland with a break in Barcelona.
We have not seen a drop of rain in November so far, so enjoy a coffee in a terrace in the sun with a view of the Sagrada Familia or Plaza Catalunya.
It may be November, however, people are spotted swimming in the Mediterranean beaches here in Barcelona all year round.
While the Christmas Festival Season is just around the corner, beginning in December!
Monday, November 23, 2009
Día de Reyes
Las días 5 y 6 de Enero de cada año se celebra el día de los Reyes Magos. Es uno de los días más esperados por los niños, dado que en España y muchos países de América Latina es la festividad de los Reyes Magos la elegida para que sus majestades hagan la entrega de los regalos a los niños.
Los Reyes llegarán por un barco al puerto de Barcelona al fin de Las Ramblas, los periodicos le avisan de la routa de los Reyes pero normalmente empeza en calle Via Laietana y pasará plaza catalunya, a través del Gran Vía a Plaza Espanya.
Se consume el deseado roscón de reyes que contiene una sorpresa en forma de figurilla (quien la encuentre tiene que ponerse una corona de cartón), y un haba (quien la encuentre tiene que pagar el roscón)
Barcelona Noche Vieja
Se quiere celebrar La Noche Vieja en Barcelona?? si pueda llevar las uvas y cava Barcelona es el lugar perfecto para celebrarla!! Con los luzes del Torre Agbar, el reloj en Plaza Catalunya, la fuente en Plaza Espanya, la playa en la luz de la luna o claro que sí en los barres y las discotecas de Barcelona. Entramos 2010 con una noche para recorder con Flats By Days!!
Barcelona Thanksgiving
Are you lost for somewhere to celebrate Thanksgiving??
Flats By Days apartments are fully furnished with utilities to allow you to cook anything from a boiled egg to a giant thanksgiving turkey for up to 30 people!!
Date of Thanksgiving Day varies every year and several countries celebrate it in different time of the year. Thanksgiving Day finds its roots in America. It is celebrated with lot of excitement on the fourth Thursday in the month of November. For the people in US Thanksgiving is a time for merrymaking, shopping, family reunion, feasts and family dinners, however mostly the later.
Thanksgiving Day in 2009 - November 26
Though it is not a holiday in Barcelona, there are opportunities to celebrate the festivity in several local restaurants who cater for international tastes, while the local markets can provide all the necessities to cook, prepare and feast at home. Have a look for recipes on the internet should you wish to try thanksgiving in the kitchen.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Barcelona Cinemas
Barcelona has a wide selection of cinemas, should you wish to take a break from sightseeing during your stay. There are many cinemas which show movies in the original language, usually English with Castellano Spanish subtitles while other more independent cinemas may have more local movies in both Castellano and Catalan should you which to improve your knowledge of the languages.
Current news within the film industry include the Twilight Saga - New Moon which Premiers 20th November.
When asked about the sequel, Twilight director Catherine Hardwicke stated, "It's got werewolves, it's got visual effects that turn people into werewolves, it's got motorcycle stunts, you go to Italy. It's probably twice as much as Twilight."
On December 13, 2008, Summit Entertainment released a synopsis of New Moon, which states: "Bella Swan is devastated by the abrupt departure of her vampire love, Edward Cullen, but her spirit is rekindled by her growing friendship with the irresistible Jacob Black. Suddenly she finds herself drawn into the world of the werewolves, ancestral enemies of the vampires, and finds her loyalties tested."
Current news within the film industry include the Twilight Saga - New Moon which Premiers 20th November.
When asked about the sequel, Twilight director Catherine Hardwicke stated, "It's got werewolves, it's got visual effects that turn people into werewolves, it's got motorcycle stunts, you go to Italy. It's probably twice as much as Twilight."
On December 13, 2008, Summit Entertainment released a synopsis of New Moon, which states: "Bella Swan is devastated by the abrupt departure of her vampire love, Edward Cullen, but her spirit is rekindled by her growing friendship with the irresistible Jacob Black. Suddenly she finds herself drawn into the world of the werewolves, ancestral enemies of the vampires, and finds her loyalties tested."
Barcelona Transport
Trains From Barcelona Airport
The RENFE train service runs approximately every 30 mins to and from Barcelona airport to the city centre. Travel time approximately 25 minutes. When travelling from the airport to the city centre you can get off at Barcelona Sants, Passeig de Gracia or Clot which are serviced by metro stops. From these you can change for the Barcelona metro metro underground system to go to your final destination. If you have not bought a T10 ticket and just purchased a normal ticket then you will have to buy another ticket for the change at Estacio Sants Barcelona Sants. If you have a T10 ticket you can change without paying an additional charge. The metro runs directly from Barcelona Sants station and from Passeig de Gracia
Metro
Without a doubt the easiest way to get around Barcelona when you come to visit the city, the metro system stems from the city centre Plaça Catalunya and radiates out to the suburbs of Barcelona. Currently 9 metro lines run through the core of the city and by 2014 the metro will consist of 11 lines
A trip on the metro can cost from on average 1 euro, however, it is recommended that you purchase a T-10 ticket for best value during your stay. A T-10 currently costs 7,70 euros for 10 journeys within zone 1 of the city
Tram
The tram system covers the west and east of the Barcelona Diagonal. It links Barcelona (Plaça Francesc Macià) to several towns in the Baix Llobregat county, such as Esplugues, Cornellà, Sant Just Desvern and Sant Joan Despí. This system consists of 3 lines, which share a common stretch from Francesc Macià to Montesa in Esplugues, where T3 branches off towards Sant Just Desvern. Therefore, it is a fantastic way to visit the suburbs of the city.
Additionally the second tram system, opened on 8 May 2004 to provide service during the 'Fòrum de les Cultures', runs from Plaça de les Glòries Catalanes (L1) to Ciutadella-Vila Olímpica (L4).
Enjoy a trip to the modern addition of Poble Nou ´New Town´ and exhibition buildings top the south east of the city. The forum often holds international events, fairs and live concerts.
Bicycle
Discovering Barcelona by Bicycle. Barcelona offers a different way to discover its streets, squares and history, through organised bicycle tours. There are an infinite number of bicycle rental agencies which offer suitable itinerary and organise stops in different parts of the city : Old town, Gothic Quarter, sea front, Poble Nou, Olympic Barcelona (from Montjuic to the Olimpic Port) to Modernist Barcelona (Gaudí).
Tours can be organised during the day or at night, and all groups are accompanied by a multilingual guide.
Additionally the development of new and efficient mechanical bicycles provide further options for those who have physical restrictions as well as those that like a more relaxed tour
Trixi Carts
Trixi Carts, (three wheeled taxis) circulate in Barcelona. They offer spontaneous as well as arranged tours, for private people, companies or event agencies
GoCar Tours
GoCar is an entirely new way to explore a city. These nifty yellow convertibles talk to you and take you on a city tour you'll never forget. The advanced navigational capabilities of the GPS deliver an informative tour, high-lighting specific locations throughout Barcelona as you drive. Just follow the friendly audio directions and relax. Unlike a traditional tour GoCar gives you complete autonomy over where, what and in what order you see sights and also how long you spend at any given point. The cars have a personality and a sense of humor, telling the stories that bring a city to life while guiding the way with clear driving directions
Segway Tours
Give your feet a rest and enjoy a new and exciting way to get to know Barcelona. Make better use of your time and get on one Segway to get to know one of the most comfortable and above all fun ways to see one of the most beautiful areas of the city
Barcelona Festivals
Fira de Santa Llúcia
2 - 23 December
Dating from 1786, this traditional Christmas fair has expanded to more than 300 stalls selling all manner of handcrafted Christmas decorations and gifts, along with mistletoe, poinsettias and Christmas trees. There's also a Nativity scene contest, musical parades and exhibitions, including the popular life-size Nativity scene in Plaça Sant Jaume.
Cavalcada dels Reis
5th January
Epiphany is the big Christmas event here and is marked by the Kings' Parade. Melchior, Gaspar and Balthasar arrive aboard the Santa Eulàlia boat at the bottom of La Rambla before beginning a grand parade around town with a retinue of acrobats, circus clowns and child elfs. The route is published in the newspapers, but normally starts at the lower entrance of Ciutadella, running up C/Marquès de l'Argentera and Via Laietana. Later that night, children leave their shoes out on the balcony stuffed with hay for the kings' camels; in the morning, they're either full of presents or edible sugar coal depending on their behaviour the previous year.
Festa dels Tres Tombs
17 January
St Anthony's day marks the festa major of the district; all the usual ingredients of music, and gegants here include a monstrous, symbolic fire-breathing pig - the form the devil took when tempting the saint. Horsemen ride three circuits (tres tombs) in a formal procession from Ronda Sant Antoni, through Plaça Catalunya, down La Rambla and along C/Nou de la Rambla.
Festa Santa Eulàlia
12th February
The city's winter festival is in honour of Santa Eulàlia. Her feast day kicks off with a ceremony in Plaça Sant Jaume, followed by music, sardanes and parades, with Masses and children's choral concerts held in the churches and cathedral. In the evening, the female giants gather in Plaça Sant Josep Oriol, then go to throw flowers on the Baixada de Santa Eulàlia before a final boogie in the Plaça Sant Jaume
Barcelona Concerts
Depeche Mode
20 / 21 November
In August 2007, during promotion for Dave Gahan's second solo album, Hourglass, it was announced that Depeche Mode were heading back in studio in early 2008 to work on their upcoming twelfth studio album. In March 2008, rumours surfaced that Ben Hillier would be the producer of the forthcoming album. In May 2008, the band returned to the studio to work on some songs that Martin Gore had been working on at his home studio in Santa Barbara, California. In August 2008, it was announced that Depeche Mode were splitting from their long-term U.S. label, Warner Music, and will be signed to EMI Music worldwide. At a press conference on 6 October 2008 at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, the band announced plans for its Tour of the Universe, the group's first-ever European stadium tour.
27 November
The Resistance was released on 11 September in Italy, Germany and Australia and the Benelux, 14 September in the UK, and 15 September in the U.S. and Canada. It is the first Muse album to have been produced by the band itself. The album was mixed by Mark Stent. On its release, it topped the album charts in 19 countries and reached number 3 on the American album chart. It also beat its predecessor, Black Holes and Revelations, in relative album sales in its debut week in the UK with approximately 148,000 copies sold. The first single "Uprising" was released 7 days earlier. On 2 June 2009, the band announced through e-mails and their website that they would begin a tour of Europe and the UK.
3 December
Invaders Must Die was released in Europe on February 23, 2009 charting at number one with week one sales of over 97,000. To coincide with the release of the album, the band embarked on an arena tour.
Lead singer Smith revealed that the band will explore a new direction on their next album, pursuing a new, rawer sound. Before January 2009, Editors had written around eighteen new songs for the new album and they have been described as some of the most synthetic, raw and anthemic songs they have written to date. In October the band went to the studio to record some demos. The band spent the first week of April recording the album and on 8 April, they released a short video with information about the recording process. It announced on that Mark 'Flood' Ellis would be the producer for the album. Earlier on in the year, the sound of the album was said to have a very electric feel with the band often using the Terminator theme song as a reference.
6 February
Arctic Monkeys revealed that the band had listened to Jimi Hendrix and Cream while writing the new album. It was revealed via a bulletin on the band's MySpace page that the title of the album will be Humbug. As announced on the Arctic Monkeys website the first single will be "Crying Lightning".
20 / 21 November
In August 2007, during promotion for Dave Gahan's second solo album, Hourglass, it was announced that Depeche Mode were heading back in studio in early 2008 to work on their upcoming twelfth studio album. In March 2008, rumours surfaced that Ben Hillier would be the producer of the forthcoming album. In May 2008, the band returned to the studio to work on some songs that Martin Gore had been working on at his home studio in Santa Barbara, California. In August 2008, it was announced that Depeche Mode were splitting from their long-term U.S. label, Warner Music, and will be signed to EMI Music worldwide. At a press conference on 6 October 2008 at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, the band announced plans for its Tour of the Universe, the group's first-ever European stadium tour.
Muse
27 November
The Resistance was released on 11 September in Italy, Germany and Australia and the Benelux, 14 September in the UK, and 15 September in the U.S. and Canada. It is the first Muse album to have been produced by the band itself. The album was mixed by Mark Stent. On its release, it topped the album charts in 19 countries and reached number 3 on the American album chart. It also beat its predecessor, Black Holes and Revelations, in relative album sales in its debut week in the UK with approximately 148,000 copies sold. The first single "Uprising" was released 7 days earlier. On 2 June 2009, the band announced through e-mails and their website that they would begin a tour of Europe and the UK.
The Prodigy
3 December
Invaders Must Die was released in Europe on February 23, 2009 charting at number one with week one sales of over 97,000. To coincide with the release of the album, the band embarked on an arena tour.
Editors
Lead singer Smith revealed that the band will explore a new direction on their next album, pursuing a new, rawer sound. Before January 2009, Editors had written around eighteen new songs for the new album and they have been described as some of the most synthetic, raw and anthemic songs they have written to date. In October the band went to the studio to record some demos. The band spent the first week of April recording the album and on 8 April, they released a short video with information about the recording process. It announced on that Mark 'Flood' Ellis would be the producer for the album. Earlier on in the year, the sound of the album was said to have a very electric feel with the band often using the Terminator theme song as a reference.
Arctic Monkeys
6 February
Arctic Monkeys revealed that the band had listened to Jimi Hendrix and Cream while writing the new album. It was revealed via a bulletin on the band's MySpace page that the title of the album will be Humbug. As announced on the Arctic Monkeys website the first single will be "Crying Lightning".
Barcelona Flamenco
Barcelona boasts a selection of Flamenco venues and shows. Where a typical Spanish meal can be provided with your ticket prior to the Flamenco show.
Palacio Flamenco
FROM MONDAY TO SATURDAY. closed Sundays except holidays
Evenings: 2 sessions
* Dinner from 19:00 to 19:45h
o Flamenco show from 19:45 to 21:10h
* Dinner from 21:30 to 22:45h
o Flamenco show from 22:45 to 23:55h
PRICES
* Show + Glass of sangria or soft drink, 32 EUR
* Show + Special Offer, 45 EUR
* Show + Menu Gaudi, 65 EUR
* Show + Menu Palacio, à la carte, 75 EUR
Palacio Flamenco
FROM MONDAY TO SATURDAY. closed Sundays except holidays
Evenings: 2 sessions
* Dinner from 19:00 to 19:45h
o Flamenco show from 19:45 to 21:10h
* Dinner from 21:30 to 22:45h
o Flamenco show from 22:45 to 23:55h
PRICES
* Show + Glass of sangria or soft drink, 32 EUR
* Show + Special Offer, 45 EUR
* Show + Menu Gaudi, 65 EUR
* Show + Menu Palacio, à la carte, 75 EUR
Barcelona Fairs / Ferias
Jornadas Llongueras - 15 Nov 2009 - 16 Nov 2009
XXIX Congreso semFYC 2009 - 25 Nov 2009 - 27 Nov 2009
Saló del Hobby 2009 - 27 de noviembre de 2009 - 29 de noviembre de 2009
Ocasión 2009 - 28 de noviembre de 2009 - 8 de diciembre de 2009
Bcn Rail 2009 - 30 de noviembre de 2009 - 3 de diciembre de 2009
EIBTM 2009 - 1 de diciembre de 2009 - 3 de diciembre de 2009
Auto Retro 2009 - 4 de diciembre de 2009 - 8 de diciembre de 2009
Festival de la Infància 2010 - 27 de diciembre de 2009 - 4 de enero de 2010
Expohogar Primavera 2010 - 22 de enero de 2010 - 25 de enero de 2010
The Brandery 2010 - 27 de enero de 2010 - 29 de enero de 2010
Mobile World Congress 2010 - 15 de febrero de 2010 - 18 de febrero de 2010
Antiquaris Barcelona 2010 - 3 de marzo de 2010 - 7 de marzo de 2010
Cosmobelleza & Wellness 2010 - 6 de marzo de 2010 - 8 de marzo de 2010
Protextile Digital 2010 - 11 de marzo de 2010 - 13 de marzo de 2010
Saló de l'Ensenyament 2010 - 17 de marzo de 2010 - 21 de marzo de 2010
Personal España 2010 - 18 de marzo de 2010 - 19 de marzo de 2010
Expodidactica 2010 - 18 de marzo de 2010 - 20 de marzo de 2010
Futura 2010 - 19 de marzo de 2010 - 20 de marzo de 2010
Alimentaria 2010 - 22 de marzo de 2010 - 26 de marzo de 2010
Saló Internacional del Turisme a Catalunya 2010 - 15 de abril de 2010 - 18 de abril de 2010
E-commretail 2010 - 15 de abril de 2010 - 16 de abril de 2010
European Association of Urology 2010 - 16 de abril de 2010 - 20 de abril de 2010
Barcelona Health Care
Health Care in Barcelona should not be an issue when travelling to the city. Flats By Days recommend that you have travel insurance while those travelling from within Europe are able to use their European Health Insurance card (EHIC), also called European Health Card (ECH), is the replacement for the old E111 medical form, which is no longer valid.
In Spain the EHIC card is called the TSE, Tarjeta Sanitaria Europea and it is issued by the Seguridad Social, the Spanish Social security.
Current news leads to Voters in Washington after being continuously disappointed regarding their health care and other legislative efforts and have sent out 5 million pink slips of paper to the members of Congress
Those Americans, he said, are "people who are saying to members of Congress that 'we are fed up with the absolute out-of-control spending, and we are going to respond and do what we can to take our country back."
The US are continuing their fight against the privatisation of the Health Care Industry within the country where only excessive bills can lead to the correct Health Care.
When travelling within Barcelona there are a selection of local hospitals within the City Center Area which all provide service. Service should be effective and worth the wait. While there are usually translators within the hospitals located in the tourist areas.
In Spain the EHIC card is called the TSE, Tarjeta Sanitaria Europea and it is issued by the Seguridad Social, the Spanish Social security.
Current news leads to Voters in Washington after being continuously disappointed regarding their health care and other legislative efforts and have sent out 5 million pink slips of paper to the members of Congress
Those Americans, he said, are "people who are saying to members of Congress that 'we are fed up with the absolute out-of-control spending, and we are going to respond and do what we can to take our country back."
The US are continuing their fight against the privatisation of the Health Care Industry within the country where only excessive bills can lead to the correct Health Care.
When travelling within Barcelona there are a selection of local hospitals within the City Center Area which all provide service. Service should be effective and worth the wait. While there are usually translators within the hospitals located in the tourist areas.
Barcelona Dance
The Sardana, local Barcelona Catalan dance is a symbol of Catalan unity and pride.
Catalan dancing; where circles of people join their hands together and with them raised; dance with very small, precise steps, slowly round and round whilst people join to make the circle bigger. This is the Sardana: the traditional national dance of Catalunya.
Other traditional mediterranian dances inlcude the greek dance, the Syrtaki, also known as Sirtaki dance. Syrtaki dance is unlike traditional Greek folkdance. According to Wikipedia, Syrtaki dance is a mixture of the fast and slow versions of the hasapiko dance. The music and dance are also referred to as the dance of Zorba or Zorbas. The name Syrtaki dance comes from the Greek word syrtos. which is a common name for a group of Cretan dances. These traditional dances don't involve hopping an leaping like pidikhtos. Syrtaki dance has a dragging style. Syrtaki dance is done in either a circle or line formation with hands held on your neighbors shoulders. Syrtaki dance begins slow and smooth then gets faster which may include some leaps and hops.
Barcelona Cuisine
Many restaurants in Barcelona are Michellin Star including two 3 star restaurants north of Barcelona:
Ferran Adria's legendary El Bulli at Roses, near Girona (which has been voted Best in the World a few times). Santi Santamaria's Can Fabes', at Sant Celoni, which is quite near to Barcelona, you can get the train there. Beautiful place, fabulous food and wine and immaculate service.
Abac was upgraded to two stars last November.
Comerc 24 was awarded its first star, it Festival of Tapas is an awesome experience.
Alternative News relates to the Bocuse d´Or competition which takes place every two years in Lyon, France.
Health The Bocuse d'Or was created by Chef Paul Bocuse in 1987. He created it to broaden the public's understanding of the extraordinary dedication, hard work, practice and precision required to execute the very finest cuisine. It is the most difficult and rigorous International culinary competition in the world held every two years in Lyon France. There are twenty four countries selected to enter.
The teams are allowed five and a half hours to create two intricate platter pieces. One that is seafood based the other meat, each much also have an accompaniment of three original garnishe's. Each team is provided five and a half hours to create two elaborate platter presentations, one centered around seafood and one on meat, each accompanied by three original garnishes. They are then presented in front of twenty four judges each who have the own esteemed reputations as chefs in their own countries. The competition comes down to the harmony of flavours, the presentation and the techniques used, and also around the team word involved.
Thousands of spectators attend and the atmosphere is intense and unique. It is also covered by journalists from all over the world.
Barcelona Car Parking
The Flats By Days apartments do not offer parking outside the door should you arrive by car. The streets of the Historical Central Area of Barcelona are often closed off only for pedestrian use.
However, there is suitable parking within no more than 10 minutes walk from each apartment.
The design of Barcelona is very different to countries outside of central Europe where one can find everything they require within minutes walk from their apartment, where shops, restaurants, cafes and bars are located upon the groundfloor of most buildings. Once in Barcelona there is little need to drive anywhere unless you wish to visit outside the City. Which means you can relax and enjoy the entertainment in safety and style.
In international news issues of driving after entertainment remain a sever problem, in Los Angeles - Sen. John Kerry's daughter was arrested for suspicion of DUI in Hollywood Thursday. Alexandra Forbes Kerry, the older of the senator's two daughters, was pulled over for a traffic violation about 12:40 a.m., Sgt. Enrique Mendoza of the LAPD Hollywood Station said.
"She was arrested for driving under the influence," said Officer Sara Faden, who added that Kerry was released on $5,000 bail. It was reported that Kerry refused to take Breathalyzer test at the scene. A later test showed a level of 0.06, under the legal limit of 0.08.
Barcelona Christmas Sales
The Barcelona Christmas is indeed much less commercial than in the UK and USA. You will have trouble in finding the usual tasteless Christmas songs being played a month before hand. The Christmas in Barcelona is much more tasteful, in addition to being more religious. Stylish yet minimal decorations accentuate the cityscape where one can pass through the beautifully historic streets here from market place to market place.
Making Barcelona one of the best cities for Christmas Shopping!
In other countries Black Friday is the biggest day in the Commercial Calendar as the last friday before Christmas. Where in the United States people are going crazy on all eye-poping deals by Walmart this Black Friday. Netizens are searching daily for black friday 2009 target, black friday 2009 toys r us, black friday 2009 target ad, black friday info, and tgi black friday. There's a lot of good deals from Walmart and we can't deny the fact the these deals are really good and we can save a lot when we buy our favorite gadget or any stuff that we want this Black Friday 2009.
Last year a store employee was actually stamped to death following the panic within the store after the doors were opened to the public, hopefully preventative measures will result in a more controlled black friday 2009.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Where writers and politicians of the 20th century used to meet
Els Quatre Gats €€€ - B
Els Quatre Gats is with no doubt an emblematic and historic place in Catalunya. The most important writers and politicians of the 20th century used to discuss in this special, magic place with modernist decor. Every month an artist exhibits his work.
A not to miss stop for those interested in Modernist architecture and indeed the art of the period.
It is worthy just to stop for a drink. As a restaurant it is a little bit over priced.
Cuisine: Catalan, International, Market
Address: Carrer Montsió 3
Hours: Monday-Sunday from 20.00-02.00 hr. Closed: 26th of December.
Phone: 93 317 40 33
Website: http://www.4gats.com/
If you are looking for a nice and affordable vacation flats in the area look at: flatsbydays.com
Els Quatre Gats is with no doubt an emblematic and historic place in Catalunya. The most important writers and politicians of the 20th century used to discuss in this special, magic place with modernist decor. Every month an artist exhibits his work.
A not to miss stop for those interested in Modernist architecture and indeed the art of the period.
It is worthy just to stop for a drink. As a restaurant it is a little bit over priced.
Cuisine: Catalan, International, Market
Address: Carrer Montsió 3
Hours: Monday-Sunday from 20.00-02.00 hr. Closed: 26th of December.
Phone: 93 317 40 33
Website: http://www.4gats.com/
If you are looking for a nice and affordable vacation flats in the area look at: flatsbydays.com
The Oldest restaurant in Barcelona ( since 1786 ) - Gothic quarter
Can Culleretes €€ - Restaurant in Barcelona - Gothic quarter
It is the oldest working restaurant in Barcelona and second oldest in Spain ( since 1786 ) Decorated with paintings from the beginning of the 20th century, it has different spacious dining rooms and offers a good menu with traditional Catalan dishes. Very traditional but it is worthy!
It's advisable to book in advance during weekends
Cuisine: Catalan
Address: C/Quintana 5
Hours: 13.30-16.00 hr and 21.00-23.00 hr. Closed: Sunday night
Phone: 93 317 30 22
Website: http://www.culleretes.com
Email: info@culleretes.com
It is the oldest working restaurant in Barcelona and second oldest in Spain ( since 1786 ) Decorated with paintings from the beginning of the 20th century, it has different spacious dining rooms and offers a good menu with traditional Catalan dishes. Very traditional but it is worthy!
It's advisable to book in advance during weekends
Cuisine: Catalan
Address: C/Quintana 5
Hours: 13.30-16.00 hr and 21.00-23.00 hr. Closed: Sunday night
Phone: 93 317 30 22
Website: http://www.culleretes.com
Email: info@culleretes.com
Restaurant Les Quinze Nits in the Gothic Quarter, Barcelona
***Les Quinze Nits € - Restaurant with terrace
With a terrace and big windows, it is a spacious restaurant where people don't usually engage in after dinner conversation. Best prices in relation to the quality. They don't book in advance and there's always a long waiting line outside.
I would recommend this restaurant for lunch time (less people and even cheaper). It is definitely worthy to wait even more time and to get a table in the terrace. Great view over Plaza Real. There is a great holiday rental apartment 5 minutes away Bellafila 3A Apartment
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Catalan
Address: Plaça Reial 6
Hours: Monday to Sunday from 13-15:45 hr and from 20:30-23:30 hr. Closed: December 24 and 25.
Phone: 93 317 30 75
Website: Les Quinze Nits
With a terrace and big windows, it is a spacious restaurant where people don't usually engage in after dinner conversation. Best prices in relation to the quality. They don't book in advance and there's always a long waiting line outside.
I would recommend this restaurant for lunch time (less people and even cheaper). It is definitely worthy to wait even more time and to get a table in the terrace. Great view over Plaza Real. There is a great holiday rental apartment 5 minutes away Bellafila 3A Apartment
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Catalan
Address: Plaça Reial 6
Hours: Monday to Sunday from 13-15:45 hr and from 20:30-23:30 hr. Closed: December 24 and 25.
Phone: 93 317 30 75
Website: Les Quinze Nits
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