Now, we don’t know what 2021 – or beyond – is going to bring, but we can only hope it’s going to be better than what 2020 had in store for us. Because of that assumption, it’s good to make plans. It’s good to think happy thoughts. It’s good to consider (if not book just yet) a trip abroad. After staying at home for a whole year, the idea of travelling is definitely a tempting one, and even if you’re not sure when you’ll be able to fly away somewhere interesting, the planning is always fun. 

Barcelona is a place that should certainly be on your to-do list for 2021 if possible. It is the most magnificent Spanish city that oozes charm and will offer something for everyone to enjoy. If you’ve never thought about visiting Barcelona before, or you just can’t make up your mind where your first foreign destination will be once travel is safe again then read on; here are some great reasons to visit Barcelona at least once in your life. 

The Beach And The Mountains 

Usually, when you are choosing a holiday destination, you have to pick between the beach or the mountains. You don’t have to make that choice in Barcelona. This is a city that has everything. You can even start exploring before you check into your hotel; just look for luggage storage in Barcelona and you can leave your bags in a safe place while you go and see what there is to see. This is the beauty (literally) of this gorgeous Spanish city. 

As for the rest of your holiday, you can easily switch between the two ideas, hiking up in the mountains one day and lazing on the beach the next. There are no rules that say you have to do one or the other, and if you can’t choose, Barcelona is the ideal destination. 

The Architecture 

Barcelona’s skyline and its buildings are unmistakable, and that’s because one architect designed pretty much all of it, setting Barcelona apart from anywhere else when it comes to its design. That architect was Antoni Gaudi, a name most people will have heard before, and once you see what he managed to achieve in Barcelona, you’ll understand why his work is so highly regarded all over the world. 

There are special walking tours you can day – nighttime ones are available if you prefer the cooler temperatures – that will teach you all you need to know about these buildings and the man behind them. There are even specialist photography courses you can go on if that’s your profession or hobby, or even if you just want to give it a go. 

The Food 

The cuisine in Barcelona is a great mix of Spanish and Catalan, and as such it is unique. There is a lot of red meat and pork used in the dishes, but these days there are also many different vegetarian dishes, so everyone is catered for. 

You’ll find everything from Michelin-starred restaurants to stress vendors, and of course, there are plenty of places serving traditional fare including tapas and paella. If you love your food, trying the different flavours that Barcelona has to offer should not be missed. 

The Voyageurs Collection can create tailor-made holidays to Barcelona where every detail is curated to you and your needs. Enjoy access to their additional services, including private transfers, local Concierge service, fast track through customs and more.