The 1992 Olympic Games has helped propel Barcelona to becoming one of Europe's greatest tourist destinations with a multi-billion dollar building boom that included the then new harbour development. The climate and coastal location supported by Barcelona's many festivals and events are reasons enough to visit this beautiful city.
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Travel & Tourism Student Tours Barcelona
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Travel & Tourism Student Tours Barcelona
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Montserrat
The town sits 1236 meters above the valley floor and the famous Benedictine Monastery is situated at the very top of the mountain - the legendary castle of the Holy Grail. The monastery, which houses "La Moreneta" (the Black Virgin), Catalonia's patroness, is a magnet for tourists and pilgrims the world over.
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Costa Brava
Drive along the impressive coastline with pine covered cliffs, golden beaches and pretty fishing villages. Spend time in Palafrugell, a true Catalonian town with a colourful local market every Sunday. A wonderful excursion for a day trip or over night stay.
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PortAventura
Just an hour from Barcelona is the world famous theme park, PortAventura. The park is split into 5 separate ‘worlds' boasting rides, slides, restaurants and fun! Try the Furious Baco, the fastest roller-coaster in Europe!
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Montjuic and Olympic Stadium
This arena was originally built in 1927 and was rebuilt in 1989 to be the main stadium for the 1992 Summer Olympics. The stadium is situated on a large hill to the southwest of the city which overlooks the harbour. This will provide another great opportunity to soak up the atmosphere of sporting achievements.
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Torres Vineyards
Students can see how even the most traditional business operation can be organised using modern techniques and technology to maintain a competitive edge. Students can also see how businesses dictate and respond to local factors so as to integrate with the landscape.
Suggested Accommodation
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Hotel Campomar
Location: Cantabria
Facilities: Adjoining an EU Blue Flag beach, 3km from the centre of Isla this modern two star hotel with 5 bedded rooms has all with private facilities, TV, telephone, balcony and central heating. There is also a large restaurant, bar and games room for students to relax.
Capacity: 41 Rooms
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Barcelona House Hotel
Location: Barcelona
Facilities: All the rooms at the Barcelona House Hotel are equipped with Air Con / Heating, working desk, Satellite Flat screen TV with international channels, en suite shower and bath and Wi-Fi. Some rooms also have a balcony view and
Capacity: 57 Rooms
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Hotel Comercio
Location: Central Barcelona
Facilities: The location of the hotel is unbeatable; you can reach lots of main sights by foot such as the cathedral, the Liceu opera house, the Boqueria food market, Plaza Cataluña, Las Ramblas, the Columbus statue and the Picasso Museum. Rooms are simple and have air conditioning / heating, television and phone. All of them have full bath en suite.
Capacity: 51 Rooms
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Hotel Roma Reial
Location: Barcelona
Facilities: This hotel is located on the Ramblas, in the gothic quarter and the hotel's façade is in keeping with the appealing architecture of the square. All the rooms are en suite with standard facilities. There is also a 24-hour front desk, safety deposit box, and luggage storage.
Capacity: 52 rooms
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Youth Hostel
Facilities: This new youth hostel is located in the safe shopping district of Avinguda Diagonal. Rooms are of 6-8 beds, all with full private facilities, lockers and bed linen included. The hostel also has a restaurant, TV room, meeting rooms, free internet, laundry facilities, a large terrace, table tennis table and parking.
Capacity: 240 beds
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