Have you thought about what you are going to ask in your letter to Santa Claus? What if your wish list for this year were about unique experiences and amazing new places to discover? Today we will share with you some of the reasons to travel to Barcelona in 2018.

Christmas and new year are just around the corner. It is the perfect time to balance out the best and the worst of these last months, but it is also a new chance to fulfil all of our travel goals.

If you have already had the chance of visiting Barcelona, or if it is one of those cities that are always on your wish list, today we will tell you some of the reasons why you should travel to Barcelona in 2018.

Gastronomy: Barcelona’s gastronomic offer will surprise you with its richness and diversity. One of the activities you shouldn’t miss is visiting la Boquería’s market, one of the most famous of the planet, located at Las Ramblas.

Art, art everywhere: if you are passionate about art, Barcelona is your city. In it you will find choices to suit all tastes: architecture, paintings and monuments from international artists such as Gaudí, Tàpies, Picasso, Miró y Puig i Cadafalch, among many more.

The beach and the weather: Catalonian weather is another one of the biggest reasons why it is worth traveling to Barcelona. It has nice temperatures throughout most of the year. And if you add the beaches and their surroundings, then you have the perfect equation to just relax and have a great time.

Soccer: soccer fans will find the best excuse to travel to Barcelona. Wether you are from F.C. Barcelona, or if you prefer Real Club Deportivo Espanyol, you cannot miss the chance of going to a soccer match during your trip to Barcelona.

Concerts and Festivals: Barcelona is one of those multicultural cities that receive visits from the best artists looking to connect with their audience each year. Rock, pop, flamenco, hip-hop, house… All genres have a place in a Barcelona stage, where important events such as the festivals Sound or Sonar take place.

Prices: we are sure you have heard that Condal City is expensive, however, there are a lot of ways of saving money on your trip to Barcelona. From using tickets for transportation, to find out the best offers to eat for a low price. Without letting aside the possibility of staying at a hostel in Barcelona, one of the best choices to travel without spending more than you should while having a fun experience meeting other travelers from all over the world.