Breaking news on Tuesday 🍊
Residents of Málaga and the Costa del Sol are warned by meteorologists of variable weather. A yellow warning has been issued in some regions about the risk of rain and storms. Temperatures will range from 16 to 28 degrees from region to region.
On June 2, United Airlines will launch a flight from Malaga to New York City. The flights will be operated in summer only. Travel time: 8 hours and 35 minutes.
Last weekend began the bathing season. The beaches went into summer mode, with lifeguards and first aid stations until Sept. 11.
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Residents of Málaga and the Costa del Sol are warned by meteorologists of variable weather. A yellow warning has been issued in some regions about the risk of rain and storms. Temperatures will range from 16 to 28 degrees from region to region.
On June 2, United Airlines will launch a flight from Malaga to New York City. The flights will be operated in summer only. Travel time: 8 hours and 35 minutes.
Last weekend began the bathing season. The beaches went into summer mode, with lifeguards and first aid stations until Sept. 11.
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Four co-working spaces for productive days ⚡️
MOB -— Makers of Barcelona is a community of people who believe that it is possible to combine work, life and personal fulfillment. And they put this idea into co-working spaces. It is located in the building of a former textile factory. There are rooms for events, every day in May there was something going on. There are several subnoscription rates, and there is a free trial day.
The atmosphere at Cometa Coffee House will especially appeal to those who are immersed in a creative project and really want to finish it. Tasty coffee, bright interior with posters to distract you during breaks.
La Vaca is downtown. This is a dynamic and creative space and community. There are a bunch of different formats of events. You can come for yoga, a workshop, and just lunch. The most minimal pass is a weekly pass. It costs 80 euros excluding tax.
Kubik is located in the heart of the Gracia neighborhood. There are also activities, conferences and workshops. Open 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
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MOB -— Makers of Barcelona is a community of people who believe that it is possible to combine work, life and personal fulfillment. And they put this idea into co-working spaces. It is located in the building of a former textile factory. There are rooms for events, every day in May there was something going on. There are several subnoscription rates, and there is a free trial day.
The atmosphere at Cometa Coffee House will especially appeal to those who are immersed in a creative project and really want to finish it. Tasty coffee, bright interior with posters to distract you during breaks.
La Vaca is downtown. This is a dynamic and creative space and community. There are a bunch of different formats of events. You can come for yoga, a workshop, and just lunch. The most minimal pass is a weekly pass. It costs 80 euros excluding tax.
Kubik is located in the heart of the Gracia neighborhood. There are also activities, conferences and workshops. Open 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
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Wednesday News 🇪🇸
One of the hotels on the Costa del Sol was ranked among the 10 best hotels in the world by Tripadvisor. It is Ikos Andalusia, a five-star complex with 8 swimming pools, 411 rooms, 7 restaurants, sports facilities, theater and spa.
Residents of the Nou Barris neighborhood complain about the long wait for TMB buses. 20 minutes is the usual amount of time people spend at the bus stop. Most of the time it is an hour.
The 28 Old Town establishments will close at 11 p.m., under a new rule. Its purpose is to reduce noise levels at night. It affects places located on Carrer Miquel Pedrola i Alegre, Fonollar, Carders, Allada-Vermell and Tantarantana .
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One of the hotels on the Costa del Sol was ranked among the 10 best hotels in the world by Tripadvisor. It is Ikos Andalusia, a five-star complex with 8 swimming pools, 411 rooms, 7 restaurants, sports facilities, theater and spa.
Residents of the Nou Barris neighborhood complain about the long wait for TMB buses. 20 minutes is the usual amount of time people spend at the bus stop. Most of the time it is an hour.
The 28 Old Town establishments will close at 11 p.m., under a new rule. Its purpose is to reduce noise levels at night. It affects places located on Carrer Miquel Pedrola i Alegre, Fonollar, Carders, Allada-Vermell and Tantarantana .
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The euro, the moon, and embroidery have it. Yes, the downside 🙃
Barcelona has one, too. Today is about the facts that it's good to know before you move. Yes, it's sunny and delicious, beaches and sunshine, offices of international companies. But...
> High cost of living
It's higher here than in other parts of Spain. It's the most expensive city in Spain to live in, the cost of living here is 35.51% higher than the national average.
> High levels of petty crime
Although Barcelona's crime rate has decreased due to the absence of tourists in the pandemic, the city still has a very high level of petty crime compared to other cities. In 2019, there were 299 daily robberies in the city, that's 12 robberies every hour.
Pickpockets steal most often, and they especially like handbags, purses and phones. Despite this, overall, Barcelona is a relatively safe city. In 2021 it ranked 11th safest city by The Economist, ahead of Frankfurt, New York, London, Madrid and Paris.
> Rent fraud
In addition to petty crime, there are several types of fraud in the housing market in Barcelona. Be vigilant, especially if you're new to the city. Never sign a rental agreement without visiting the property in person, and don't hand over any money before you receive the keys. To avoid getting complacent, ask a real estate agent or lawyer to walk you through the contract.
> If you have long-term plans, you will have to learn 2 languages
Catalan is one of the two official languages of Barcelona, and many signs, official documents and menus are written in Catalan rather than Spanish.
This point is one of controversy. Some make do with just Spanish, but there are cases where Catalan proves useful. All public schools teach in Catalan, so families with school-age children will inevitably have to learn Catalan and Spanish as soon as they arrive. And it's probably important for those who want a career here. What do you think?
> It's not just the architectural heritage
There are also ugly and disadvantaged neighborhoods in the city, like Raval, or parts of the Gothic Quarter, Sant'Adria de Besos and La Mina. These neighborhoods also have the highest crime rate. Don't walk here at night.
> Overtourism
There's a shocking amount of tourists and it's not just the crowded sights and main streets, but also the piles of people in transport, the unnecessary noise, and the constant price increases.
🇪🇸 Despite this, Barcelona is still one of the best and most attractive cities in the world. What can't you get used to? What factor weighs so heavily that you should consider another city?
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Barcelona has one, too. Today is about the facts that it's good to know before you move. Yes, it's sunny and delicious, beaches and sunshine, offices of international companies. But...
> High cost of living
It's higher here than in other parts of Spain. It's the most expensive city in Spain to live in, the cost of living here is 35.51% higher than the national average.
> High levels of petty crime
Although Barcelona's crime rate has decreased due to the absence of tourists in the pandemic, the city still has a very high level of petty crime compared to other cities. In 2019, there were 299 daily robberies in the city, that's 12 robberies every hour.
Pickpockets steal most often, and they especially like handbags, purses and phones. Despite this, overall, Barcelona is a relatively safe city. In 2021 it ranked 11th safest city by The Economist, ahead of Frankfurt, New York, London, Madrid and Paris.
> Rent fraud
In addition to petty crime, there are several types of fraud in the housing market in Barcelona. Be vigilant, especially if you're new to the city. Never sign a rental agreement without visiting the property in person, and don't hand over any money before you receive the keys. To avoid getting complacent, ask a real estate agent or lawyer to walk you through the contract.
> If you have long-term plans, you will have to learn 2 languages
Catalan is one of the two official languages of Barcelona, and many signs, official documents and menus are written in Catalan rather than Spanish.
This point is one of controversy. Some make do with just Spanish, but there are cases where Catalan proves useful. All public schools teach in Catalan, so families with school-age children will inevitably have to learn Catalan and Spanish as soon as they arrive. And it's probably important for those who want a career here. What do you think?
> It's not just the architectural heritage
There are also ugly and disadvantaged neighborhoods in the city, like Raval, or parts of the Gothic Quarter, Sant'Adria de Besos and La Mina. These neighborhoods also have the highest crime rate. Don't walk here at night.
> Overtourism
There's a shocking amount of tourists and it's not just the crowded sights and main streets, but also the piles of people in transport, the unnecessary noise, and the constant price increases.
🇪🇸 Despite this, Barcelona is still one of the best and most attractive cities in the world. What can't you get used to? What factor weighs so heavily that you should consider another city?
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The first vegan festival, VegFest, comes to town
The idea is that life without meat is not inconsistent with fun and enjoyment. There will be food, lectures, concerts, tastings and other fun stuff.
Taking place at La Nau Bostik, June 3 and 4.
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The idea is that life without meat is not inconsistent with fun and enjoyment. There will be food, lectures, concerts, tastings and other fun stuff.
Taking place at La Nau Bostik, June 3 and 4.
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¡Hola! How are you, señoras and señoritas? 🤓
Do you read any Telegram channels in English or Spanish? About the country, city, maybe you watch memes or read the news? If yes, please share links.
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Do you read any Telegram channels in English or Spanish? About the country, city, maybe you watch memes or read the news? If yes, please share links.
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Brief Herald 🇪🇸
No more fast-fashion: this year Inditex will launch a secondhand platform with items from Zara. It has already been launched in the U.K., where you can donate, repair, or sell items.
12 Air Europa flights today (between Barcelona and Palma, Madrid and Palma, Rome, Milan, Lisbon, Paris and Malaga) have been cancelled because of the pilots' strike.
Spain expects more summer tourists than before the pandemic. Put a blue heart if you're already used to the number of people on the streets. Red if you've been wondering where to hide from people for a long time.
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No more fast-fashion: this year Inditex will launch a secondhand platform with items from Zara. It has already been launched in the U.K., where you can donate, repair, or sell items.
12 Air Europa flights today (between Barcelona and Palma, Madrid and Palma, Rome, Milan, Lisbon, Paris and Malaga) have been cancelled because of the pilots' strike.
Spain expects more summer tourists than before the pandemic. Put a blue heart if you're already used to the number of people on the streets. Red if you've been wondering where to hide from people for a long time.
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You won't believe it! Another music festival 🪩
From July 5 to 8, the Parc del Fòrum in Barcelona will host the Cruïlla Festival. Open air, seaside, food, comedy and art. And an awesome lineup! There will be Franz Ferdinand, Alt-J, Placebo and many cool artists.
Tickets at the official website.
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From July 5 to 8, the Parc del Fòrum in Barcelona will host the Cruïlla Festival. Open air, seaside, food, comedy and art. And an awesome lineup! There will be Franz Ferdinand, Alt-J, Placebo and many cool artists.
Tickets at the official website.
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What to do with children in the summer?
Like all the other three seasons: feed them, ask them to stop yelling and play. Or you can send them to camp.
The children's vacations in Spain last 10-12 weeks, starting at the end of June and lasting until mid-September. It is one of the longest summer vacations in Europe, in France it lasts about 8 weeks.
If you're not a teacher or self-employed, but a salaried employee, you can take no more than 2 weeks off at a time, which means parents often find themselves at a loss as to what to occupy their children for the rest of the summer.
What options are available and how much does it cost?
🏖 Summer school camps
Most schools organize summer camps (campamentos de verano) and it's convenient. Kids still go to their school, but instead of classes, they do fun daily activities, crafts, and games. And they go on day trips.
If your school does not have this, you can always sign up for campamento at a nearby school. Sign up in advance to have enough places.
The camp costs 70 to 100€ per week for a full day and usually includes lunch. However, camps do not usually run all summer, so you still have to come up with entertainment, but only for August.
Another advantage is that the kids are often with their friends in a familiar setting, but that can be a disadvantage. They may not feel like it's a vacation or a break from school.
🚀 Specialized or themed summer camps
Another option is a themed camp based on children's hobbies and passions. There are many different ones focusing on sports, languages, even music and theater.
In Barcelona, the City Zoo offers a summer camp, as does FC Barcelona, where children can spend a whole day learning soccer from the professionals.
In Valencia, the Biopark offers a summer camp, as well as several local outdoor pools.
Try typing «campamento de verano» plus the name of the town or city where you’ll be staying online. You’ll find options there for almost all of Spain.
Since these are private companies not sponsored by public schools, they usually cost considerably more than school camps. Prepare to pay from 200€ per week, and double that in popular ones.
🤝 Temporary nanny or au pair
If you want to keep the kids at home.
There are many young people looking for summer jobs, and many nannies who may be out of work with their regular family for the summer.
This is a good opportunity for children to learn another language by hiring a native speaker from another country. Many Spanish families hire native English speakers for the summer, and you can hire a Spanish or French nanny.
Au Pair salaries in Spain are 70€ per week if you live in the countryside, and 80€ per week if you live in the countryside.
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Like all the other three seasons: feed them, ask them to stop yelling and play. Or you can send them to camp.
The children's vacations in Spain last 10-12 weeks, starting at the end of June and lasting until mid-September. It is one of the longest summer vacations in Europe, in France it lasts about 8 weeks.
If you're not a teacher or self-employed, but a salaried employee, you can take no more than 2 weeks off at a time, which means parents often find themselves at a loss as to what to occupy their children for the rest of the summer.
What options are available and how much does it cost?
🏖 Summer school camps
Most schools organize summer camps (campamentos de verano) and it's convenient. Kids still go to their school, but instead of classes, they do fun daily activities, crafts, and games. And they go on day trips.
If your school does not have this, you can always sign up for campamento at a nearby school. Sign up in advance to have enough places.
The camp costs 70 to 100€ per week for a full day and usually includes lunch. However, camps do not usually run all summer, so you still have to come up with entertainment, but only for August.
Another advantage is that the kids are often with their friends in a familiar setting, but that can be a disadvantage. They may not feel like it's a vacation or a break from school.
🚀 Specialized or themed summer camps
Another option is a themed camp based on children's hobbies and passions. There are many different ones focusing on sports, languages, even music and theater.
In Barcelona, the City Zoo offers a summer camp, as does FC Barcelona, where children can spend a whole day learning soccer from the professionals.
In Valencia, the Biopark offers a summer camp, as well as several local outdoor pools.
Try typing «campamento de verano» plus the name of the town or city where you’ll be staying online. You’ll find options there for almost all of Spain.
Since these are private companies not sponsored by public schools, they usually cost considerably more than school camps. Prepare to pay from 200€ per week, and double that in popular ones.
🤝 Temporary nanny or au pair
If you want to keep the kids at home.
There are many young people looking for summer jobs, and many nannies who may be out of work with their regular family for the summer.
This is a good opportunity for children to learn another language by hiring a native speaker from another country. Many Spanish families hire native English speakers for the summer, and you can hire a Spanish or French nanny.
Au Pair salaries in Spain are 70€ per week if you live in the countryside, and 80€ per week if you live in the countryside.
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#kids
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10 types of people you'll meet at your local bar 🍻
According to Spain's National Institute of Statistics (INE), there is one bar for every 270 inhabitants of the country. About 0.3% of the country's population lives in a municipality without a single bar.
Today's post is about those without whom it's hard to imagine a traditional neighborhood bar. It's not about a pub or an elegant cocktail bar. Rather, it's a place where you can have a beer, coffee or tapas at any time of the day. Unfortunately, at the end of 2021, such bars were closing at a rate of 20.7 bars/day. They are being replaced by chain restaurants, most of the bars have not survived the pandemic.
So, look for the bar:
✔️Señor sipping carajillo quietly.
✔️ A professional bartender. May be grumpy. Might turn out to be a bar owner.
✔️ Señorita with perfect hair and makeup. May be met at 9 a.m. for a cup of coffee and milk or a glass of wine.
✔️ A man sitting at tragaperras (slot machines).
✔️ The guy who smokes with one foot inside and the other foot outside. Can watch everyone, give advice, and eventually become a familiar part of the bar landscape.
✔️ The janitor who drinks his morning beer after work.
✔️ The person in charge of cutting jamon.
✔️ Students and teens eating breakfast on the way home after a night out/party.
✔️ Someone throwing napkins on the floor.
✔️ Abuela spoiling her grandchildren.
👀 Recognize someone on the list?
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According to Spain's National Institute of Statistics (INE), there is one bar for every 270 inhabitants of the country. About 0.3% of the country's population lives in a municipality without a single bar.
Today's post is about those without whom it's hard to imagine a traditional neighborhood bar. It's not about a pub or an elegant cocktail bar. Rather, it's a place where you can have a beer, coffee or tapas at any time of the day. Unfortunately, at the end of 2021, such bars were closing at a rate of 20.7 bars/day. They are being replaced by chain restaurants, most of the bars have not survived the pandemic.
So, look for the bar:
✔️Señor sipping carajillo quietly.
✔️ A professional bartender. May be grumpy. Might turn out to be a bar owner.
✔️ Señorita with perfect hair and makeup. May be met at 9 a.m. for a cup of coffee and milk or a glass of wine.
✔️ A man sitting at tragaperras (slot machines).
✔️ The guy who smokes with one foot inside and the other foot outside. Can watch everyone, give advice, and eventually become a familiar part of the bar landscape.
✔️ The janitor who drinks his morning beer after work.
✔️ The person in charge of cutting jamon.
✔️ Students and teens eating breakfast on the way home after a night out/party.
✔️ Someone throwing napkins on the floor.
✔️ Abuela spoiling her grandchildren.
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Two Monday news stories 🇪🇸
A storm is coming to Spain. His name is Oscar, and he will be caught by residents of nearly 30 provinces. There will be rain, thunderstorms and possibly hail.
This summer, the central part of Metro Line 4 will go on vacation. Trains will not run between the six stations between Bogatelle and Verdaguer from June 26 to July 31. The T5 and T6 will terminate at La Farinera. The road to the beach will become a little more difficult.
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A storm is coming to Spain. His name is Oscar, and he will be caught by residents of nearly 30 provinces. There will be rain, thunderstorms and possibly hail.
This summer, the central part of Metro Line 4 will go on vacation. Trains will not run between the six stations between Bogatelle and Verdaguer from June 26 to July 31. The T5 and T6 will terminate at La Farinera. The road to the beach will become a little more difficult.
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Do you know what a free walking tour is? 🚏
Behind these three words are free walking tours. They are not 100%, the guide's work is evaluated by the participants with a tip at the end. It's a great way to spend a day and learn interesting things about the city for almost 0 euros. The movement began in 2004 in Berlin.
They usually last 2 hours and are held all over the world. To find such tours just type into Google free walking tour and the name of the desired city.
Here are some useful links:
• Free tours by foot
• Freetour
• GuruWalk
If you've been on such tours, share your impressions, links and addresses👍
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Behind these three words are free walking tours. They are not 100%, the guide's work is evaluated by the participants with a tip at the end. It's a great way to spend a day and learn interesting things about the city for almost 0 euros. The movement began in 2004 in Berlin.
They usually last 2 hours and are held all over the world. To find such tours just type into Google free walking tour and the name of the desired city.
Here are some useful links:
• Free tours by foot
• Freetour
• GuruWalk
If you've been on such tours, share your impressions, links and addresses
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Tuesday News 🇪🇸
Carrefour Spain will install solar panels in 130 stores. They will generate the energy used by 50,000 homes a year.
Air Nostrum pilots have announced an indefinite strike beginning today. Previously pilots were on strike 2 days a week, now they will do it every day. Negotiations with management for wage increases have not been successful.
In April Spain received 7.2 million tourists. That's 20% more than last year. Do you feel like there are significantly more people in town?
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Carrefour Spain will install solar panels in 130 stores. They will generate the energy used by 50,000 homes a year.
Air Nostrum pilots have announced an indefinite strike beginning today. Previously pilots were on strike 2 days a week, now they will do it every day. Negotiations with management for wage increases have not been successful.
In April Spain received 7.2 million tourists. That's 20% more than last year. Do you feel like there are significantly more people in town?
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You didn't expect it, but it came on its own! A creative guide to creative Barcelona 💯
There's a lot of creativity in Barcelona: the city is developing, new spaces are opening, open-air exhibitions are taking place. So when we saw the guide to creative places by Wgsn, we couldn't pass by. We got a post about what's happening in the city in terms of creativity and nature. And about undiscovered places!
Brands are becoming more than just stores. For example, House of Rowdy, which was founded in 2022. It's an experimental format store and former magazine that was turned into a concept store in Poblenou. It is a community and a space where you can listen to music, look at art and look through books.
Retailers in Barcelona demonstrate a sustainable way of thinking. This goes for children's clothing as well as stores from local manufacturers. Don't overlook these local creators. For example, Paloma Wool, a clothing and accessories brand. They collaborate with local artists and use eco-friendly manufacturing techniques in their production.
Trends of the times are also reflected in the hospitality industry. Boutique hotels such as Yurbban Trafalgar and Casa Bonay combine functionality, comfort and unique design details with an eco-friendly approach. The former functions as an eco-hotel that pays homage to Catalan culture, while the latter retains neoclassical details. For example, vintage tile floors, ceilings, sliding doors, custom furniture and lighting by local designers.
And don't pass by IDEAL, an immersive digital art center that features works by Gustav Klimt, Frida Kahlo and Vincent van Gogh. Not the ones we're used to, but exhibited through various mediums, including audio-visual projections, augmented reality, and holography.
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There's a lot of creativity in Barcelona: the city is developing, new spaces are opening, open-air exhibitions are taking place. So when we saw the guide to creative places by Wgsn, we couldn't pass by. We got a post about what's happening in the city in terms of creativity and nature. And about undiscovered places!
Brands are becoming more than just stores. For example, House of Rowdy, which was founded in 2022. It's an experimental format store and former magazine that was turned into a concept store in Poblenou. It is a community and a space where you can listen to music, look at art and look through books.
Retailers in Barcelona demonstrate a sustainable way of thinking. This goes for children's clothing as well as stores from local manufacturers. Don't overlook these local creators. For example, Paloma Wool, a clothing and accessories brand. They collaborate with local artists and use eco-friendly manufacturing techniques in their production.
Trends of the times are also reflected in the hospitality industry. Boutique hotels such as Yurbban Trafalgar and Casa Bonay combine functionality, comfort and unique design details with an eco-friendly approach. The former functions as an eco-hotel that pays homage to Catalan culture, while the latter retains neoclassical details. For example, vintage tile floors, ceilings, sliding doors, custom furniture and lighting by local designers.
And don't pass by IDEAL, an immersive digital art center that features works by Gustav Klimt, Frida Kahlo and Vincent van Gogh. Not the ones we're used to, but exhibited through various mediums, including audio-visual projections, augmented reality, and holography.
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Yay! Another festival 🚀
For the 9th time, Tast a La Rambla returns to the city. The festival will bring together 36 of the best bars, restaurants and patisseries in the city. Dishes, tapas and desserts can be purchased for 5€ and drinks from 2€. There will be tastings, shows and delicious food. Here's the program.
Place: Plaza Catalunya. June 8 to 11. Come Thursday from 12 to 22, Friday and Saturday from 12 to 00, and Sunday from 12 to 22.
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For the 9th time, Tast a La Rambla returns to the city. The festival will bring together 36 of the best bars, restaurants and patisseries in the city. Dishes, tapas and desserts can be purchased for 5€ and drinks from 2€. There will be tastings, shows and delicious food. Here's the program.
Place: Plaza Catalunya. June 8 to 11. Come Thursday from 12 to 22, Friday and Saturday from 12 to 00, and Sunday from 12 to 22.
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Thursday News 🇪🇸
Because of the record number of tourists, 200,000 jobs were created in the tourism industry, and the number of unemployed people was reduced by 49,260.
Mercadona in popular tourist areas will be open longer. From June 26 to August 27, supermarkets will be open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., which is half an hour longer than usual. Some supermarkets will even be open on Sundays and holidays until 3 p.m.
Madrid and Barcelona are among the 100 most expensive cities in the world. Madrid was ranked 83rd and Barcelona 75th. The list was topped by Hong Kong, Singapore and Zurich.
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Because of the record number of tourists, 200,000 jobs were created in the tourism industry, and the number of unemployed people was reduced by 49,260.
Mercadona in popular tourist areas will be open longer. From June 26 to August 27, supermarkets will be open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., which is half an hour longer than usual. Some supermarkets will even be open on Sundays and holidays until 3 p.m.
Madrid and Barcelona are among the 100 most expensive cities in the world. Madrid was ranked 83rd and Barcelona 75th. The list was topped by Hong Kong, Singapore and Zurich.
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What will change in Spanish life in June? I mean, it’s already changed 🇪🇸
The deadline for filing the La Renta tax return
In June, the deadline for filing the annual income tax return, known as «la declaración de la renta.» You have until June 30 to file your 2022 income tax return at the Agencia Tributaria offices or by phone (by June 29). If you want to pay by direct debit, until June 27.
There are new road signs on the roads
New signs and traffic rule changes will appear throughout the year, but many of them can be seen on streets and highways starting June 1.
New reproductive law for women goes into effect
A law that protects women’s sexual and reproductive rights has come into effect. It includes menstrual leave for those who need it. The leave should not exceed 3 days, but it can be extended up to 5 days if the doctor deems it necessary.
The law also gives the right to leave if a woman is temporarily unable to work due to a pregnancy termination.
The third point is temporary disability due to pregnancy. The doctor can prescribe bed rest or advise not to engage in certain types of physical labor, and give time off.
Telecommunications Law
Spam calls from companies are commonplace. Things may change on June 30 with the new Telecommunications Act. It will protect the legitimate interests of consumers and mobile subscribers, and ban calls that sell or promote something. If you have agreed to some calls, you will still get calls, but there will definitely be fewer of them.
Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ
Also known as the Feast of Corpus Christi, it is celebrated nine weeks after Easter. It is celebrated in different ways from region to region. In some cities they lay patterned carpets of flower petals in the streets, in some there are festivities and processions, and in Barcelona they decorate the city fountains with flowers and put an egg in the water for a «dance».
School vacations begin
In most schools they start between June 20 and 23. Children will be gone for 10-12 weeks of vacation. They will return to school around the second week of September.
New rights for train passengers
Starting June 7, rail passengers will get protections when booking tickets and traveling and more security in case of delays.
Companies must provide travelers with real-time information, and ticket providers must provide passengers with information about irregularities and delays. And will be responsible for ensuring passengers’ rights in the event of trip interruptions.
San Juan Night
On June 23, much of Spain will celebrate San Juan Night. There will be bonfires and fireworks, and in some regions you can try the traditional coca cake, symbolizing the sun. This day marks the birth of St. John the Baptist, and it’s also one of the shortest nights of the year.
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The deadline for filing the La Renta tax return
In June, the deadline for filing the annual income tax return, known as «la declaración de la renta.» You have until June 30 to file your 2022 income tax return at the Agencia Tributaria offices or by phone (by June 29). If you want to pay by direct debit, until June 27.
There are new road signs on the roads
New signs and traffic rule changes will appear throughout the year, but many of them can be seen on streets and highways starting June 1.
New reproductive law for women goes into effect
A law that protects women’s sexual and reproductive rights has come into effect. It includes menstrual leave for those who need it. The leave should not exceed 3 days, but it can be extended up to 5 days if the doctor deems it necessary.
The law also gives the right to leave if a woman is temporarily unable to work due to a pregnancy termination.
The third point is temporary disability due to pregnancy. The doctor can prescribe bed rest or advise not to engage in certain types of physical labor, and give time off.
Telecommunications Law
Spam calls from companies are commonplace. Things may change on June 30 with the new Telecommunications Act. It will protect the legitimate interests of consumers and mobile subscribers, and ban calls that sell or promote something. If you have agreed to some calls, you will still get calls, but there will definitely be fewer of them.
Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ
Also known as the Feast of Corpus Christi, it is celebrated nine weeks after Easter. It is celebrated in different ways from region to region. In some cities they lay patterned carpets of flower petals in the streets, in some there are festivities and processions, and in Barcelona they decorate the city fountains with flowers and put an egg in the water for a «dance».
School vacations begin
In most schools they start between June 20 and 23. Children will be gone for 10-12 weeks of vacation. They will return to school around the second week of September.
New rights for train passengers
Starting June 7, rail passengers will get protections when booking tickets and traveling and more security in case of delays.
Companies must provide travelers with real-time information, and ticket providers must provide passengers with information about irregularities and delays. And will be responsible for ensuring passengers’ rights in the event of trip interruptions.
San Juan Night
On June 23, much of Spain will celebrate San Juan Night. There will be bonfires and fireworks, and in some regions you can try the traditional coca cake, symbolizing the sun. This day marks the birth of St. John the Baptist, and it’s also one of the shortest nights of the year.
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Two Serious News 🇪🇸
There is justice in the world! The government will inspect 7 budget airlines for violations of their policies for charging passengers for carry-on baggage and seat selection, as well as for advertising ticket prices online. They will face serious fines for serious violations.
The Spanish government will spend 2 billion euros to help the agricultural and water sectors to combat the effects of drought. The amount includes not only assistance to farmers and beekeepers, but also discounts on transport for young people and construction of new infrastructure.
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There is justice in the world! The government will inspect 7 budget airlines for violations of their policies for charging passengers for carry-on baggage and seat selection, as well as for advertising ticket prices online. They will face serious fines for serious violations.
The Spanish government will spend 2 billion euros to help the agricultural and water sectors to combat the effects of drought. The amount includes not only assistance to farmers and beekeepers, but also discounts on transport for young people and construction of new infrastructure.
@settleitbcn
#news
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