RSSArchive for July, 2009

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Busker’s Festival Barcelona

It’s the fifth edition of the Busker’s Festival Barcelona and although it’s already started you can still enjoy 3 more days of this wonderful street festival down in Barceloneta, near the port.

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Hamilton wins at last in Hungary

Lewis Hamilton has finally scored his first grand prix victory of the 2009 season following a flawless performance in the Hungarian Grand Prix.

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Spain in rare talks on Gibraltar

The disputed territory of Gibraltar has been a great source of tension between the nations since Britain captured it in 1704.

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FOUR Firemen Die Tackling Blaze in Tarragona Catalonia

FOUR firemen have died whilst tackling a blaze in Horta de Sant Joan in Tarragona after becoming trapped by a circle of flames. Strong winds meant that although the fire was nearly under control by 17.00hrs yesterday, half an hour later it had multiplied in strength and threatened to engulf nearby residential areas. A total [...]

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Girlie Circuit Festival

The Girlie Circuit Festival is a huge international lesbian gathering which offers all women and girls all over the World a week of sun, fun and culture in Barcelona. In the middle of the hot summer, from August 4th until August 10th, you’ll be given a chance to take part in this international event with [...]

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DJs Against Hunger 2009 Barcelona

Why not take a trip to Barcelona and drop by the DJs Against Hunger Festival 2009.You’ll be dancing to the music from the best DJs and for a worthy cause, too.

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Mark Cavendish Accused of Racism by French

Britain’s Mark Cavendish has laughed off accusations by an unnamed rival he is racist and anti-French.

Negligence and Machismo in Spain

Unless Spain pulls its socks up and stands up to be counted then it will always be 20 years behind other countries like the USA or the UK.

11 reasons to hate driving in Spain

I’ve put together 11 things to hate driving in Spain just for fun because we love Spaniards really! 1. Spaniards have little respect and are not very courteous on the road. Just try pulling out of a turning and see who stops. You might be in for a long one! 2. Hogging the outside lanes [...]

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U2 fined in Barcelona for being “too loud”

U2 kicked off their 360 degree World Tour last week in Barcelona. However, Barcelona’s City Hall have thanked the boys by slapping a fine on them for being too loud.

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BCN Nightlife

If you are an absinthe fan and are in town there’s only one place to head – Bar Marsella in Barcelona