Justine Ancheta, Writer

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Sagrada Familia after the coronavirus lockdown

Visiting Barcelona After the Coronavirus Lockdown (Covid-19)

June 21, 2020
/ Travel Tips
/ By Justine Ancheta

Visiting Barcelona after the lockdown As we pray to the Coronavirus Vaccine gods for a vaccine, you might still be dreaming of Barcelona. Maybe you missed a trip because of the pandemic. But, Barcelona

Good Spanish movies to learn about Spain

June 18, 2020
/ Places
/ By Justine Ancheta

Good Spanish Movies to Learn About Spain Spain has produced some international hits by big-name directors like Pedro Almodóvar or Alejandro Amenábar. And of course, we’re familiar with Penelope

Famous Landmarks in Spain: A Virtual Tour

June 11, 2020
/ Beyond BCN Places
/ By Justine Ancheta

Famous Landmarks in Spain: A Virtual Tour Besides Antonio Banderas, what makes Spain a bewitching country? It’s topped up with bouldered Roman aqueducts, golden Baroque cathedrals, elaborate Moorish

A 3 Day Itinerary of places to see in Barcelona

Plan Your Barcelona Itinerary: 3 Days Guide, Written By a Local

February 15, 2020
/ Things to do
/ By Justine Ancheta
/ 3 COMMENTS

Plan Your Barcelona Itinerary: 3 Days Guide, Written By a Local You’ve got your airline tickets. Your Pinterest boards are loaded with “things to do in Barcelona”. Next up: planning!

Barcelona Festivals, Events, and Holidays 2020

February 10, 2020
/ Places
/ By Justine Ancheta

Barcelona Festivals, Events, and Holidays 2020 Come to Barcelona any day of the year, and you’re guaranteed to find the right event for you. Religious celebrations, concerts, food fairs, or a Mexican

Barcelona tips and tricks for visitors 2020

January 18, 2020
/ Travel Tips
/ By Justine Ancheta
/ 1 COMMENT

I’ve been a resident of Barcelona for over 10 years, and oftentimes, I still feel like a tourist. This happens usually when I’m wandering with the crowds in Gothic Quarter or Born, or passing

Things to do in Barcelona at Christmas: Magical Christmas activities

Magical Christmas Activities in Barcelona 2019

November 27, 2019
/ Christmas Family + Kids
/ By Justine Ancheta
/ 3 COMMENTS

Magical Christmas Activities in Barcelona 2019 Bon Nadal, Bones Festes! Want to get holiday mood, indulge yourself in the festivities, feel that special holiday magic that only comes once a year? Welcome

Fun Christmas Activities for Kids in Barcelona 2019

November 26, 2019
/ Christmas
/ By Justine Ancheta
/ 1 COMMENT

Celebrating Christmas in Barcelona is a unique experience. For one thing, where else can get presents from the Catalan Christmas log, the tió de nadal. Or when they squeal when they hand their handwritten

Caga Tió, A Crapping Christmas Icon

November 13, 2019
/ Christmas
/ By Justine Ancheta
/ 5 COMMENTS

He’s a defecating log with an exuberant smile on his face. And he brings holiday joy to Catalan children every Christmas. I don’t really quite remember the exact moment when I heard about the

Is Barcelona Safe for Tourists?

November 12, 2019
/ Travel Tips
/ By Justine Ancheta

Is Barcelona safe for tourists? In the aftermath of pro-independence protests, ever-present pickpockets, and past terrorist attacks, you may wonder if Barcelona is the dream destination people make it

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Well hello there, stranger. Your presence fills my soul with joy like warm puppies cuddling me on a winter’s day. My name’s Justine, and I’ve been living in Barcelona since 2008: eating burnt onions (calçots) and tripping on cobblestones in El Born. Next Catalan culture challenge: top level of a human castle (castellers). If you want to say hi, send me an email at [email protected] Peace out!

Let’s be friends.