Barcelona

10 of the best hotel rooftop bars to take in the views

There’s a particular pleasure in seeing a city or a landscape from above. Rooftops offer a different perspective on familiar streets — whether that means a cocktail in Soho, a

12 August 2026

Spain photo diary: from Madrid to Mallorca

From Mallorca’s rugged Serra de Tramuntana, and Gaudí’s wonderfully whimsical architecture in Barcelona, to the mouthwatering tapas served down tiny side streets in Madrid’s city centre, Spain truly has something

12 May 2025

On the glow: holiday skincare tips from ROWSE beauty

Looking and feeling your best whilst travelling can often prove tricky, as ROWSE co-founder Nuria Val knows all too well. Here, the jet-setting natural beauty entrepreneur shares her expert skincare

28 October 2024

Barcelona

The ultimate Barcelona city guide

Combine a culture trip with seaside dips in this colourful, coastal city With world-famous architecture and a coastline of golden sandy beaches, it’s easy to see why Barcelona is one

18 May 2022

6 European city break ideas for this summer

Get to know old city break favourites in a new light while locals empty out for summer holidays August has traditionally been the month of exodus for European city dwellers,

9 August 2021

Barcelona: cool for kids

Essential family-friendly experiences – and hotels to match Barcelona may be a favourite city break for fashionistas and foodies, but there’s plenty to keep the whole family happy. Every area

12 May 2020