Barcelona offers many possibilities. And one of the best is to travel without spending a penny. So, at dinner on Saturday, we suddenly decided to go to the north-west of Barcelona. To a place shrouded in mystery and legend - Monserrat!

This place in the northeast of Spain knows no tourists, no traffic jams and no noise. It is a cradle that the locals lovingly protect from earthly tinsel. In its original form, Cernanya is a bold sketch on the theme of earthly paradise.

A photo-journey through 4 quaint towns that are considered the cradle of Catalonia. Are you ready to go?

A hen party picnic and photo shoot in Barcelona - what could be better? Fresh air, olive grove, mountain trails, crusty bread, gentle sunshine, talking about the important things, five girls and three dogs...

It's a very scenic route, passing through La Floresta and La Rierada and the river la Riera de Vallvidrera...

Barcelona is gorgeous in the spring. The sun is still soft and all the beauty of the city is seen in the soft light. On such a overcast morning, we went for a dawn walk to the very beginning of the Collserola Natural Park.

Discover the hidden coves of the Costa Brava! Anya Shum introduces you to unique places that few people know about.

Mura is a secluded village of medieval charm with a population of just over 200. Located 70 kilometres from Barcelona, it has a truly unforgettable atmosphere, as if time has stood still. Cobbled streets, winding narrow lanes, steep staircases leading to charming courtyards...

If you ask me where to go near Barcelona to experience the flavour of Catalonia, I would suggest two places: Girona and Rupit i Pruit...