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A complete different way of sight-seeing in Barcelona; put on your running shoes and participate in the marathon of Barcelona. The start is at Plaza España with great views of the MNAC which used to be the summer palace of the king.  Fresh from the start you will make your way to Barcelona´s football pride, Camp Nou where Barça plays. You will cross the neighborhoods of Les Corts and Sants, which you probably never have seen yet. Run on towards some of Gaudi´s masterpieces, La Pedrera and the impressive Sagrada Familia.

From some touristic sights you will be guided through Avenida Meridiana. Did you know that this street was named like this because it actually runs parallel to the meridian? Yes, they are very original with their names, the street Parallel runs parallel of the equator and Diagonal runs diagonally through the city. You will see them all. There are some high lights awaiting you: pass by the modern and historical pieces of Catalan history, Torre Agbar,  Olympic Port, Parc Ciutadella, Arc de Triomf, Las Ramblas and then with your last breath to the finish.

Most people take a couple of days to see so many things of Barcelona, get tired feet from walking all day, but the die hards will do it in a couple of hours.  Will you make it in 4 hours???

Cheer for your friend or start training for next year’s marathon? Contact M&D Events and Incentives at info@md-barcelona.com to ensure the best preparation for this sports event.

Every year during the World Mobile Congress, Barcelona changes into the world´s centre of mobile communication. Streets, public transport and taxis are overloaded.  Last year 49.000 attendees made their way to the Fira de Barcelona! It´s one of the biggest events of the year.

Hotels are booked far in advance, meeting rooms, venues for product presentation and clubs to celebrate success, the whole city is in awe of the 3GSM.  The latest gadgets, phones, techniques and mobile applications are presented. Are you looking for new business opportunities, inspiration from the world´s leaders in industry, learn more about what is hot or not, or just networking?  The World Mobile Congress can´t be missed.

M&D Events and Incentives welcomes again world market leaders from all over the world and arranges their accommodation, transfers, show cases, translation and social program. Connect with us to learn more about the services we can offer at info@md-barcelona.com

Every season has its specialties and every region has its traditions. Between December and March it´s the season for calçots, a spring onion type of vegetable. You don´t just eat this onion like food, but you should enjoy everything that comes with it.

Gather with a group of friends or family, sit along a long, rustic table and wear old clothes because you will get dirty. Usually the calçotada starts with a glass of cava to get in the mood. Then role up your sleeves, pull back your hair and put on a bib. You will be presented with a plate with on the grill blackened spring onions and a reddish sauce, the romesco sauce. (Every mother makes the best, and they should deserve this credit because it requires quite some preparation). Now the fun starts. With your left hand you hold the top end of the calçot, with your right hand you start pulling off the outside layer. You remain with the peeled veggie in your hand. Dip this generously in the sauce, hold above your head and let it slowly drop it in your mouth. (It´s almost like the Dutch eat haring.)

After this course the main course still has to start. This usually consists of a lot of meat, either from the grill or a variety of butifara, local sausages. If you haven´t had enough you can finish with crema catalana and of course finish with a café solo or cortado.

The best place to go is a masía, a country house, preferably with its own winery. M&D Events and Incentives will take you there with a comfortable coach.  Start your day with a visit at a bodega or cava and see the beautiful country side of Cataluña before starting this feast.