Barcelona in October: appointments and events featured

One of those destinations that seems to come to life with the arrival of October is Barcelona. A naturally vibrant city, Barcelona offers a thousand and one different things to do such as a visit to the temple of the Sagrada Familia, the Paseo de Las Ramblas, neighborhoods like the Gotico or the Borne and coastal areas such as Barceloneta.

To truly enjoy Barcelona we should go a little beyond the purely monumental and the guidebook highlights. How can we do this? We can invest a few hours of our trip to savor the outstanding leisure events listed in the city’s Autumn program. Do you plan to give yourself a quick break to the Catalan capital and want to enjoy the best concerts and theater? We list below the most important events of the coming weeks:

International Manga Fair in Barcelona (picture: frikisviajeros.com)

Manga de Barcelona

Lovers of this genre will find the best Manga movies, the most legendary books or even unique gods for Cosplay fans in the Salón del Manga de Barcelona. This event, which takes place between October 29 and November 1 in Fira Barcelona is the perfect excuse to visit the other most authentic and personal side of Barcelona.

"Father" by Ernesto Alterio

One of the most important theater works taking place this October is presented by Ernesto Alterio in the Romea Theater. Entitled "The Father", this play is directed by Florian Zeller and other top actors take part.

The Gastromic Fòrum of Barcelona

If you love fusion cuisine and the most avant-garde recipes you can’t miss a date with Barcelona’s gastronomic Forum, ​​an event that will take place in Fira Barcelona from the 23rd to the 26th October and which will include everything from competitions to themed workshops including tastings, live cooking shows and courses taught by expert chefs and winemakers.

Hotels in downtown Barcelona

• Petit Palace Barcelona: Petit Palace Barcelona  is a charming hotel located a few meters from Paseo de Gracia and perfectly connected to the main areas of Barcelona. Ideal accommodation for those traveling solo, as a couple or with friends.

• Petit Palace Boquería Garden: One of the most prominent urban hotels in central Barcelona is the Petit Palace Boqueria Garden and yes ... it’s just a few meters away from the legendary Boqueria market.

• Petit Palace Museum: La Casa Garriga Nogues is home to the Petit Palace Museum, a hotel which is part of the Petit Palace chain and which offers WiFi, free bicycles and iPads for guests in every room.

Ole Tropical Tenerife, a perfect choice to extend the summer in Tenerife

Whether or not we’ve had a holiday, the truth is that saying goodbye to Summer is always difficult for everyone. With almost endless days, temperatures good as could be, cocktails full of flavor and delicious fruits, this season is the best for unwinding and relaxing but it is not the only one. What is the alternative? Autumn ... yes, it’s the new Summer.

Although temperatures are cooler and the days somewhat shorter (not as much as in the height of winter), Autumn is the perfect choice for those who haven’t yet taken their holidays or for those wanting some days to relax in the form of a quick break.

Which is the ideal destination? Tenerife, the island of eternal Summer. A destination where you find wonderful beaches, local crafts, volcanoes (like the well-known Teide) and gastronomy so scrumptious you want to lick your fingers.

Costa Adeje, Tenerife

With the destination already selected, choose from some of the many sun and beach hotels on the island. What’s our recommendation? Trusting in top chains like Olé Hotels, brands in which comfort, service, quality and price always go hand in hand; a string that is characterized by offering hotels like Olé Tropical Tenerife famous for its excellent location.

Located within walking distance of the Playa de Troya (one of the most beautiful of the Costa Adeje) the hotel Olé Tropical Tenerife is perfect for those who want to pass their time relaxing with family or friends since it has a children’s playground and a wide range of leisure activities with no shortage of live performances, dance sessions, cocktail tasting and so on.

The essentials of the island

Beyond its obvious volcanic beaches and traditions (we all know that the ascent to Mount Teide is part of the experience), the island of Tenerife is a place that never sleeps; one of those destinations where we find almost everything and there is no shortage of ‘Must sees’. These are:

- A visit to the popular Loro Parque

- Go up to the viewpoints of Anaga

- Enjoy the Orotava Valley

- Visit the historic site of Garachico