You can’t drive to Nuria. You either hike in or take the scenic train. And this is ultimately the beauty of the place – it’s cut off from the outside world.
The inspiration of Salvador Dali
The Spanish artist, Salvador Dali, found his inspiration here at the Cap de Creus Natural Park as a child… including for his work ‘The Great Masturbator’
Making the perfect gin and tonic
A guide to making the perfect gin and tonic direct from one of the best barman in Spain’s Catalonia region. Including info on the glass, ice, tonic and gin.
The deflated balloon
Hot air ballooning above the Pyrenees in Spain is one of those moments I had been really looking forward to. But not everything always goes to plan.
We are the champignons
There’s something quite special about mushroom hunting in the Spanish Pyrenees with one of the region’s top chefs. To then eat the findings – even better!
The coolest and weirdest inventions ever made
The top ten weirdest and coolest inventions on display at Barcelona’s miBa Museum. They say inventions come from necessity… it seems not always!
Cycling in the Pyrenees
One of the best ways to see the countryside of the Pyrenees is on the back of a bicycle. In photos: a journey through Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park.
Shopping at La Boqueria
La Boqueria market in Barcelona, Spain, is one of the oldest markets in the country, where tourists mingle with chefs. This photo essay takes you inside.
Breaking away under a bloody flag
The stage is set for the people of Catalonia to take the next step towards independence from Spain. But it’s not likely to be an easy path for anyone.