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The second biggest city of Spain is Barcelona and it is a definite tourist attraction of the world. Barcelona is known for its gothic architecture; you will see some of the most bizarre buildings here. Apart from this, it is also a place which can satisfy tourists with wide range of different tastes. Whether you are looking for a holiday spent strolling along the golden sand beach or you want to indulge in sightseeing or shopping, this is the perfect place to come over.

When to visit Barcelona:
Barcelona is a place which is blessed with sunlight most part of the year, due to which tourists can visit Barcelona whenever they want. Nevertheless, to take full advantage of the best weather you should opt for May, June, September and October. July and August should be avoided since you will find July, a way too crowded and August, extremely hot to enjoy the charm of the city. Though, you can also visit it during winter season, but be prepared to cope with the rain.

Tourist attractions in Barcelona:
You would just love Barcelona for sightseeing which can be done on foot or on a boat, which can be conveniently found. Some places to look out for in Barcelona are:

Picasso Museum:
This museum has a large collection of the wonderful pieces of art by the famous artist, Picasso. The paintings are displayed with respect to time period or chronology. You will find this experience an enlightening one as these paintings will serve to give you an insight in to the life of the artist. Even if you are not an art lover, you couldn’t help appreciating his majestic work.

La Aquarium de Barcelona:
If you have taken your kids along on the trip, then you must visit this aquarium. You would be able to study marine life up close and be thrilled with the experience.

Visit the Sagrada Familia:
This famous tourist destination is basically a huge temple in Barcelona which was designed by the most skilled architect of Barcelona; Antonio Gaudi. The interesting fact about this temple is that, it has been in the development phase since 1882 and is still not completed. So, make sure to include this place in your itinerary while in Barcelona.

Suggestions:
Barcelona is culturally rich place, which is an amalgamation of old and new; historic monuments, gothic buildings and the modern shopping centers, cafes and bars. Make sure you visit a few of the restaurants here to not only get the taste of food and the wine, but also to enjoy the traditional flamenco dancing of the Spanish music.

Montjuic Mountain is a must see tourist attraction to visit.

‘DRINK!’

Sorry, I can’t seem to start off a blog about whiskey without channelling Father Jack, although in all accuracy he’d probably be extolling the virtues of Toilet Duck and not the finest single malt. Probably due to the weather, drink is of course a very British tradition, much to the despair of government health types who think we’re all bingeing knickerless on a park bench somewhere, rather than being trustworthy and sensible enough to imbibe the stuff in moderation. Hic.

Ale from Oxford, cider from Somerset and even tonic wine from Buckfast Abbey are all traditional in England, drawing visitors from around the world as well as from within the country. Further up in Scotland and Northern Ireland, however, the harder stuff like whiskey tends to be the drink of choice. This could arguably be down to the climate. Here’s how to go about your whiskey trail:

The best, and only, malt whiskey specific tour in the globe has to be the imaginatively named Malt Whisky Trail, based in the Scottish Highlands. The trail takes in eight working distilleries all around Speyside, which is the centre of Scotland’s whiskey industry and where half of all Scottish malt distilleries are based. Camping in the area is as plentiful as the whiskey there are almost 100 campsites in the Highlands and Islands area listed on Pitchup.com, with two directly at Speyside. Stay for about a week to really get a feel for the Highlands and a taste for the whiskey. Take a hike around Glencoe or Glen Nevis, spot golden eagles at the Cairngorms or, for the believers out there, have a go at finding the Loch Ness Monster.

Moving across from the Highlands to the Hebrides, we end up at the next port of call for our drinking adventure on the island of Islay, which is host to eight distilleries. All of them offer guided tours, from the large distilleries such as Ardbeg to the small farm of Kilchoman which malts, distils and bottles its whiskey onsite. (There’s also a brewery on the island producing seven different types of real ale.) As with the Highlands, the Hebrides are a good place to stay for a week to take in all the distilleries as well as everything else in the area try birdwatching on the Isle of Colonsay, sailing around the Isle of Mull or go to the Whiskey Galore festival at the Isle of Barra, named after the book and film of the 1940s and based on the real event of a shipwrecked WWII cargo vessel loaded with whiskey… which was quickly consumed. There’s a choice of over 30 sites in the Hebrides on Pitchup.com, and two on Islay itself.

Next up is Edradour, the smallest whiskey distillery in Scotland and with a staff of just three, who distil the whiskey in the same way it’s been done since Edradour opened in 1828. Only 12 casks are distilled per week, ensuring the whiskey has a more bespoke taste. Edradour is in a glen above Pitlochry in Perthshire, where there are five sites, with 39 available in Perthshire itself. Take a break from the whiskey to stay for a while and explore Perthshire the Cairngorms National Park is nearby, and Perthshire is known for its outdoor activities if you’re feeling brave, such as canyoning, cliff jumping and microlighting.

Finally, take your campervan on the ferry or get a cheap flight with your backpack across the Irish Sea to check out the Bushmills Distillery in Co Antrim, the oldest working distillery in Ireland and producing whiskey since 1608. There are two caravan parks in the Bushmills area, and 25 in Co Antrim, an area popular with visitors from all over the world check out the Giant’s Causeway or the coastal towns of Portrush and Portstewart and the villages of Cushendun and Cushendall, or just take in the Causeway coast or the Glens of Antrim.

One last suggestion: print out what you’ve just read, leave it somewhere (casually) around the house, and you may get treated to a whiskey trail tour that you had no idea about. Just be sure not to include this bit. Hope is a many-splendored thing.

You might be surprised to know that Europe has many great cities to visit that dont come first in your mind. These places are usually overlooked by people who are wanting to the more popular areas of the continent. You might be surprised to know these places have just as many great things to see and do as other more popular destinations. Checking out some of these places is one of the best things you can do when visiting the area.

Cardiff, Wales is a great place to start. It is often overlooked but has a wealth of different things to do. You would be hard pressed to find someone who had trouble locating entertainment in the area. Sports fans will love the variety of events take place there. There are also theater events like ballet and opera, as well as local whiskey tastings for those who enjoy more flavorful outings. Most of these things can be found just around the city center.

Another city that is often passed by as tourists traveling between Amsterdam and Paris is Brussels, Belgium. This is unfortunate because they miss out on some of Europes finest beer and cuisine as they pass by on their train. Brussels has a rich culture and beautiful architecture perfect for sightseeing. There are also many different museums that are available for you to enjoy. Belgium is a must for people who are looking for a city with a lot to offer.

Another commonly overlooked stop in Europe is Utrecht, Holland. This is an area that is actually older than most of the populated areas. The Romans used this area many years ago as a garrison. For those that love history, this can be one of the most fascinating places in Europe. From castles to churches, you will be amazed at the sites that you will be able to see in the area. You will also find that their cheese is to die for.

These are just a few places in Europe that are passed up by people who are looking for places like Paris or Madrid. If you take the time to look, you will find that there are many different cities in Europe that hold their own majesty and can only be found off the beaten tourism path. Europe is a continent full of culture and beauty. You only have to look around a little to find yourself immersed in it.

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