164. The Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art known as MACBA is situated in the Plaça dels Àngels, in El Raval of Barcelona. The museum opened to the public on November 28, 1995. 

The permanent collection of around 5,000 works dates from the mid-20th century onward. There are three periods of modern art represented: the first one covers the forties to the sixties; the second spans the sixties and seventies; the third period is contemporary. The collections focus on post-1945 Catalan and Spanish art, although some International artists are also represented. 

163. Every year, many suburbs in Barcelona celebrate what they call their fiestas (fira in catalan). This year, like every year there is my favorite located in Moins de Rei. It is a popular party where many people from Barcelona and its surroundings come together and meet. This year it is taking place during the 5th, 6th and 7th February. Many little houses are built where local foods and local wines and cavas can be tasted. A Very family oriented organization and very cool go experience with friends! A mus check out! 

161. Barcelona really does have it all! When you are in the mood of a Guinness with some chips, a Heineken in an old Irish pub, or just some nachos with a paint Flaherty´s has it all! Located right next to the Ramblas, yesterday it hosted the Australian Day. With a very cool atmosphere of Anglo-Saxon nationalities. 
​Very clean, friendly staff and quick service. 

Location: Plaza Joaquim Xirau, s/n, 08002 Barcelona
Telf: 934 12 62 63
Web: http://www.pflaherty.com/barcelona-home

160. This is indeed one of the coolest places I have ever been! This restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes: salty and sweet with one element or ingredient in common: sugar! All of their dishes in Espai Sucre have either sugar or chocolate in them even if they are are a main or an entree. A Very curious space where it looks like a workshop rather than a restaurant, a place where you can test your taste and try new gastronomical sensations. 
 Ideal to go with friends and have fun trying new things! Be ready for a new experience and be mentally prepared or else you will end up looking for a sandwich shop as soon as you come out  :) !! 

Location; Carrer de la Princesa, 53, 08003 Barcelona
Telf: 932 68 16 30
Web: http://www.espaisucre.com/map/restaurant
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159. Hotel Porta Fira (also known as the  Torres de Toyo Ito) is a 28-storey, 113 m (371 ft) skyscraper hotel designed by Toyo Ito on the Plaza de Europa  in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, a suburb of Barcelona. The building was the 2010 first place winner of the Emporis Skyscraper Award. Toyo Ito  is a Japanese architect known for creating conceptual architecture, in which he seeks to simultaneously express the physical and virtual worlds. He is a leading exponent of architecture that addresses the contemporary notion of a "simulated" city, and has been called "one of the world's most innovative and influential architects.
The hotel forms part of Fira de Barcelona´s skyline with its bright red and its amazing style. The hotel offers ana amazing gastronomical variety and particularly the Sunday brunch is really tasty and healthy! 

Location: Plaça d'Europa, 45, 08908 Barcelona
Telf: 932 97 35 00
Web: http://hotelbarcelonaportafira.com

158. Next Tuesday block it in your agenda! It´s Australian Day! 26th January at 20H.
More info>>We would like to invite you to celebrate Australia Day with us this Tuesday January 26th. Not only have we hosted the biggest Australia Day party in Barcelona for more than 6 consecutive years, each year it is bigger and better than the last. 
We get myriads of Aussies, internationals, and Spaniards alike sharing Australian meat pies, Australian BBQ, beers, and a good laugh. Plus, we have Aussie tunes to complete the experience. 

The party begins at 20:00 and we are located near the Drassanes metro on La Rambla in Plaza Joaquim Xirau Barcelona. 

When you think it couldn't get any better, the Australians that bring their ID card will score a FREE pint of Fosters, so spread the word!

157. Dreaming of living in el Borne of Barcelona, right next to the Palau de la Musica and the beautiful and glamorous Port Vell, check this out>> http://goo.gl/GztSif

Wonderful three bedroom property with two bathrooms located in the heart of Borne. With the possibility of converting one room into two, this property with high ceilings is ideals for couples, families, and investors looking for an opportunity to invest in. With the possibility to rent rooms by the day from march to october this property can have a turnover of 2,000€ a month.

156. WOW! Just when you think you have seen everything in life you come across this incredible show! Barcelona´s has the pleasure of hosting one of the most amazing magic shows I have ever come across. Mag Lari as he likes to call himself is far from the ordinary. This talented magician has produced a show which is not only magic it’s an out of this world collection of creativity, entertainment and amazement! He converts himself in four other characters which he describes as international magicians, visiting Barcelona just for the show. he is so talented that he has to show at the end of the show how in milliseconds he changes clothes, hair and even teeth to transform himself into these characters. Truly amazing and fantastic to share with family or friends! 

Location: Teatre Condal 
Telf: 93 309 75 38 
Web: http://www.maglari.com

155. I came across the sweetest flat this morning. Located right across from Barcelona´s train Station 8Sants) this cute apartment is literally flooded in light. Just as I went in I could barely keep my eyes open, that´s how much light there was!! I would be ideal for a commuted or as a pied-de -terre for anyone in need of coming to Barcelona often. Check the info below: 

Flat in excellent location (right across from  Sants train station ). Flooded in light. It is currently under renovation and will be completed in March . It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, fully fitted  kitchen, brand new flooring,new windows and doors . Fourth floor with elevator and private terrace.

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154. I just love finding a wonderful restaurant with the spirit of offering the best experience possible. This is the case with Gallito a lovely full sea front views tapas place with chic atmosphere and delicious food. Gallito is located right next to the stunning Hotel W in Barcelona´s port. There are various restaurants next to it worth trying too but today we wanted to share with you this one! Lovely paellas, salads, friendly service and spectacular sea views!   

Location: Passeig del Mare Nostrum 19-21
Telf: 933 123 585
Web: ​http://www.encompaniadelobos.com/gallito

153. Have you ever tasted the best pizza in the world? We have! It´s delicious! in 2007 Fabian won the Best Pizza in the World Award in New York. He imprssed the jury with a real gold made pizza! And guess what he is from Spain, originally from the South of Spain, boxing and gym champion and now the best pizza man in the world! He opened a restaurant in Barcelona where you can taste his real award winning pizza! Its a MUST!! 

Location: Via Laietana, 71, 08010 Barcelona
Telf: 933 01 47 48
Web: https://www.facebook.com/Pizzas.Fabian.Barcelona

151. This is such a cute flat. Urban Oasis just released a new property on their site, a 4 bedroom, 2 bathoom for 420.000€ right on Eixample. I love it. More Info below: 

Charming apartment of 115m2 distributed in 4 bedrooms ( 3 singles and 1 double) , 2 full bathrooms with baths, dinning-living area, large and luminous and a private terrace of 11m2 . The kitchen is spacious with laundry room. Located on a 7th floor. Possibility of parking in the same building. Excellent location in Eixample next to Gran Vía. Metro Rocarfot , Urgell and Sant Antoni .

​149. This past saturday I was taken back to colonial times in through this beautiful autograph collection hotel named Cotton House. It used to be the cotton building society fo rhte cotton industry of Barcelona, where the busienss men used to meet up and do business. Now it has turned into a chic and trendy boutique hotel right in Barcelona´s city center. Located next to Paseo de Gracia, this urban oasis akes you back to colonial times with its wonderful decor and its tasteful furniture. The terrace is an amazing space to just chill out an dsicounnect in style. The food is lovely but the atmosphere, service and general feeling is just of peace and os taste and design. Love it! 

Location: Gran Vía de les Corts Catalanes, 670, 08010 Barcelona
Telf: 934 50 50 45
​Web: http://www.hotelcottonhouse.com

147. This is one of hte most stunning properties I have ever come across. Beautifully refurbished, amazing kitchen and wonderful living area. Love it!
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Fantastic opportunity to enter the real estate market in Barcelona. This 74m2 apartment in the heart of Borne, currently has 2 bedrooms, bathroom, living and dining room. Air conditioning in all property. Completely renovated and ready to move in, it is located next to the Via Laietana and the Jaume subway station. The location and has wonderful finishes. 3-5% annual return on investment should you consider renting it long term. 

146. It is still cold! Its freezing! Can´t wait for the good weather, warmth and heat to come to Barcelona again! In the meantime we will have to make the best of our time! Check out this amazing sweet restaurant just one hour away from Barcelona! Das 1219 is an amazing haute cuisine chalet which has been tastefully designed with the most refined decoration, all mountain inspired with chimneys and wood logs. They don´t have a wine menu, you have to personally go and check out their cellar and choose one yourself! Love it! Their food is to die for, quiet unusual to find sophisticated gastronomy in the cold freezing mountains! Amazing place, must visit!
Reservations needed! 

Location: Plaça Major 1 Das 17538 La Cerdanya, Girona. 
Web: http://das1219.com/localitzacio/
​Telf: 972 89 41 90

145. Today I just want to share with you all a terrible news that has lately happened. A friend of mine from university (age 34) sadly left us last Friday. Jay Michael had a yearlong battled with stage 4 lymphoma. This news has shocked us all as he was the true meaning of courage and hope. Enthusiastic and vigorous Jay Michael bravely decided to share with us all what was suddenly happening to his health by sharing a numerous articles which he named: My Choice to Live Part I - V. These articles are just tremendously human. They show a huge sensibility and sensitivity of what he was going through right from when he started feeling his first symptoms while he was taking a jog in Hyde Park London right until he was told he had a tumor in his brain. He took the time and the energy to share his feelings, his perception, his feeling of joy and even his pain through these articles and I encourage everyone to read them by clicking below as this was his legacy to all of us.
You have taught us what courage means and how to deal with this disease with optimism being really positive at all times. Thank you for having shared your story with us which will always remain in our hearts. God bless you and all your family.  Rest in Peace. 

​144. Sushi again! Just love it when you come across a nice, clean well presented, chic and finally tasty sushi restaurant! So few of them around, so difficult to come across! It is a must share!! Zuka is currently in Sant Cugat but are soon a opening one in our City Barcelona! I would not recommend their 21 piece surprise sushi! I would rather get individual ones even though they are more expensive! Also its best not order the take away menu where you can see the picture of what you are ordering so you don’t get any surprises! Their desserts are amazing specially their gelatos, home made, fresh and tasty! Try their cocoa, vanilla or mandarin sorbet! Amazing! 

Location: Calle  Londres 90, Barcelona
Telf: 935 14 03 94
Web: http://www.zukajapones.com

143. If you had ever thought that the Swan Lake with the enchanting birds, mountains and colors existed, I can confirm Yes it Does!! Just over an hour away from Barcelona there is this sweet village up in the mountains hosting the most fairy tale hotel names Villa Paulita. 
This wonderful hotel, used to be the home of a family and now has been fully refurbished into a wonderful villa style 4 **** hotel. The breakfast is indeed a dream come true with a sumptuous bakeries and healthy options overlooking the Beautiful Lake and of course the swans while listening to famous Tchaikovsky the Swan Lake!

And ofcourse if you do decide to go to Puigcerda don´t forget to check out Andorra! 

Location: Av. Pons i Gasch, 15 - 17520 - Puigcerdà
Telf: 972 88 46 22
Web: http://www.villapaulitahotel.com

142. Let’s start the New Year with a Magical Place we came across this winter holidays in Andorra! Andorra is a fun, shopping meets skiing experience a must if you are in Barcelona). 
I know this place by heart already however this past time i came across this cute restaurantc called EL REFUGI  which caught my eye walking down the street, I peeked and it looked so cute I couldn’t resist reserving. They don’t take dinner reservations so they advise you to be there by 20H for the 20:30H dinner and boy was it worth it! The place is even better than i had imagined! It was an old traditional restaurant which has been recently refurbished and it just looks magical. i have been reading the reviews from other people and I really do not agree, the place is just lovely, super clean, super modern yet cozy, the food is to die for: Raclattes, fondues, Lovely Soups... just an adorable place to relax and be blown away by its gastronomical magic! 

Location: Av. Meritxell, 73 - AD500 - Andorra
Telf: 00376 808100
Web: http://www.elrefugialpi.ad

141. Well! Welcome everybody back to the Future year 2016!! Wow it really sounds like the future!! 
Now back to work, back to routine, no more Christmas meals, or Christmas treats, back to the gym, diet and work!! 
but there is always a light at the end of the tunnel and a positive side to things! Routine is actually good for you! It gives and brings organization to your life and gives you a solid foundation for future change. 
In any case i wish you all a VERY HAPPY 2016 full of peace, joy and specially LOVE!!