Pablo Rodriguez, Head of Global Consumer Initiatives, PayPal
Sandy beaches and blue Mediterranean waves. Spicy tapas and rich wines. These are just a few of the reasons Barcelona is booming.
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a first-time flyer, PayPal is the traveler’s champion when planning a trip abroad. By ensuring simple, secure and speedy payments, PayPal lets you ditch the bulky travelers checks and confusion over currency conversion to plan (and pay for) your next adventure as easily as a trip to the grocery store.
Now sit back and relax, we’ve planned a dream Barcelona getaway for you – all you need to do is click to book it!
Get Jet-Set Ready
Ready to hit the beaches now? No problem: Vueling Air, Iberia Airlines, Booking.com and Holiday Lettings have great options to help you get the best prices for flights and hotels – especially important in a city as popular as Barcelona. Likely to be one of the priciest purchases of your trip, PayPal Credit (Subject to credit approval. Terms Apply) may come in handy but even better – take €40 off when purchase tickets from Vueling using PayPal (Selecting the Optima Fare. Additional Exclusions apply) and enjoy exclusive discounted rates with Amoma hotel bookings.
Piece Together Your Morning
Antoni Gaudi is one of Spain’s most celebrated artists, and Barcelona’s La Sagrada Familia and Park Guell are considered his masterpieces. Embracing Catalan Modernism and bright mosaics, they are a sight to behold – but the lines for each will make you think fondly of Disneyland’s comparably reasonable wait times. Cut ahead of the crowds – before you even start packing, scoop up a VIP pass into the world of Gaudi from Orbitz to maximize your time exploring the art and architecture of Barcelona.
Next on your list must be Casa Batlló, another Gaudi treasure. The bright colors and quirky style can’t be missed (and it doesn’t hurt that you’ll find yourself right in the middle a rather spectacular street filled with world-famous designer names when you’re done) – skip the lines and save some money for shopping after by using PayPal to buy your ticket, and get a 15% discount using the code CBPayPal15.
Soak Up the Sun
Spaniards and foreign travelers alike have a great love for Barceloneta Beach, with white sand and an incomparable view of the Mediterranean. The local merchants at Travel Bar offer a relaxing cruise along the Mediterranean Barcelona to view the famed coastline – you can make your reservations with PayPal to avoid the hassle of converting currencies and worrying about surprise charges later.
Gothic Style
Spanish poet Federico García Lorca once stated La Rambla was “the only street in the world which I wish would never end.” Tree-lined, dotted with restaurants and leading to many charming side streets, restaurants and boutiques in a neighborhood dominated by dramatic Gothic architecture, the street is one of the most popular tourist spots for a reason.
Take advantage of all the Gothic Quarter has to offer by getting an expert guide to take you through the historic architecture and must-try tapas so you don’t miss anything in this lively downtown area. Easily book a tour via PayPal with local tour guides from Musement to get the inside scoop on all the best places to explore and snack.
From Dusk ‘til Dawn
A trip to Spain wouldn’t be complete without pulling an all-nighter. The city comes alive at night, with bars, clubs, and restaurants staying open until the early hours – and your Uber account can get you anywhere and everywhere. Check out the hottest restaurants off the beaten track with spottedbylocals, then snap and send a personal postcard to your friends while you are out on the town with Photoservice.
PayPal business partner Travelocity lets you purchase the Barcelona Night Card to help you save money while hopping from one hot spot to the next – a total of twenty different of the city’s top bars and nightclubs – so you can continue enjoying all Barcelona has to offer all night.
Scoot at Your Own Pace
Prefer to follow your own route around Barcelona? Tour your way through the city just like the locals with a Cooltra scooter! Take in the city your own pace – and have the freedom to move around easily. Take off on your own or join a guided tour. Book through PayPal and take 5% off.
Missing Spain When You Come Home? Shop Like a Local!
Treat yourself to fun and playful designs from Desigual and Farfetch to remember your time walking on the beach and the colorful mosaic art in Barcelona. Desigual is offering 20 percent off when you pay with PayPal.
Grab eye-catching accessories (from silver snakes to colored diamonds) from jewelry boutique aristocrazy. Serve dinner guests a taste of Spain with Iberian ham or sparkling Cava from Jamonshop and outfit yourself for work, dinner and drinks (or even your next trip to Barcelona!) with clothing and accessories from Zara.
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