Guide to Barcelona

Barceloneta, the place for joy

Thursday, 16 February 2012 10:26

In and Around Barcelona

Barcelona is one of those places where as soon as you step onto the streets you know that it will not be the last time. There are thousands of places to enjoy, no matter what your age, sex, tastes, clothes, orientation, nationality, etc. Because the first time in Barcelona has to be memorable and you have to know that Spanish people like to enjoy life and have fun. One of the first things that you can notice in Barcelona is the multitude of bars, restaurants and places where you can spend your free time.

Barceloneta is one of the most touristic places here, mostly because of the beach. You will certainly like it, in case that after you breathe the fresh air of the Mediterranean Sea the breeze will make you think seriously about moving here.

If you want to go out, you can find the best places right next to the beach. And if you prefer one quiet place you can chose “Negro Carbon”, a very friendly place where you can come with your friends, have a nice meal and listen to some specific Spanish music.

The restaurant offers a mix of Argentine and Spanish food and drinks. You can taste the specific specialties of meat and you definitely have to try the famous Spanish tapas with some specific flavors that you are going to enjoy for sure. You might find it like the ideal place for spending a perfect evening, enjoying what Barcelona has to offer you. The warm décor can make an intimate first date, for celebrating a birthday or for gathering together with a large group of friends. “Negro Carbon” is serving both lunch and dinner menus and you can find your favorite traditional food.

The prices are very affordable and the service is very fast and professional. You can fell the influence of the tango music and specific Spanish rhythm in all the corners of “Negro Carbon”. It is a special place where you can feel like home and you can enjoy the Latin atmosphere in the same time. Sometimes, you might see a tango representation or you can listen to live Spanish music, performed by the most popular local artists.

Next to “Negro Carbon”, you can find lots of other places to visit and places where you can discover the real beauty of Barcelona. Baceloneta is the place where the youth are spending most of their time and the beach is bordered by a stretch of promenade which is great for jogging, cycling and rollerblading. The promenade makes you fill like you are miles away from the noisy city and you can enjoy the waves and the sound of the Mediterranean Sea. One other thing that you have to know is that the Spanish have a very tumultuous night life. During your stay in Barcelona you can visit the Port Olimpic restaurants and pubs, the most popular are “Carpe Diem”, “Lounge Club”, “Celoneta”, and you can also find some clubs near the beach, like “Opium”, “Catwalk” and “Shoko”.

A final thing, you definately do not want to miss is Barcelona`s W Hotel, located at the beachfront along the Barceloneta boardwalk. The W Hotel is known for its ultra modern, exclusive and amazing Eclipse Bar at the 26st floor of the hotel. Eclipse has already the name: the hottest new bar for local tastemakers and global jetsetters. So, rise up to the 26th floor to W's ultra-exclusive Eclipse, where the freshest cocktails are complemented and where you have the most amazing view over Barcelona. Especially in the evening hours.

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