In September 2022, the Spanish Government introduced two new train passes for frequent travellers to encourage more commuters to start using trains. The scheme was extended throughout 2023 and 2024 and has continued into 2025. The idea behind the scheme is that commuters pay a small deposit every four months to obtain a frequent traveller…
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Barcelona Tram System Guide | How to Use the Tram in Barcelona
The Barcelona tram system is divided into two separate networks which run through the suburbs to municipalities north and southwest of the city. To the south of the city, the Trambiax consist of three lines (T1, T2 and T3) which run from Plaça Francesc Macià to Espluges de Llobregat, Cornellà de Llobregat, Sant Feliu de…
An Interview With Ben Holbrook From Driftwood Journals
In this post, we talk to travel writer, photographer, filmmaker, blogger and all-round Barcelona connoisseur Ben Holbrook. I’ve been a fan of Ben’s work since discovering his blog Driftwood Journals back in 2013, and when the opportunity arose, I jumped at the chance of finding out more about what inspires him and his life in…
Easy Day Trips From Barcelona by Public Transport (and how to get there)
If you’re visiting Barcelona for longer than just a weekend, chances are you’ll want to go beyond the city limits and take a day trip. There’s no shortage of awesome destinations for a quick road trip, from blue flag beaches and medieval castles to extinct volcanoes and picturesque villages. If you don’t fancy hiring a…
How to Unlock Your Suitcase When You’ve Forgotten the Combination
Picture the scene, you’ve just arrived at your hotel in an unfamiliar city after a long flight. You put your suitcase on the bed and slowly turn the numbered wheels of the three-digit combination lock. You press the button to get access to your case but nothing happens. The metal zipper tags remain firmly trapped…
Free Commuter Train Tickets When Travelling by AVE
The Spanish AVE high speed train network is a fast comfortable and affordably priced way of travelling around the country. In many cases the AVE is more convenient than flying because you don’t have to transfer between the airport and the city centre and can board the train just minutes before it departs instead of…