10 h. ago Beautiful but hidden beach just minutes from Barcelona tourists can never find

Avoid the droves of bustling crowds with this pristine beach - located just 15 minutes away from one of Barcelona's busiest hotpots - that has been described by one local as the 'perfect escape'

Society

46 h. ago Brits told to 'forget' iconic Spanish hotspot for hidden gem named 'best city' for holiday

British tourists have been told to 'forget Barcelona' in favour of an underrated city that's the 'best in Spain'. It's been given the title for cheap eats, reasonable drink prices and stunning views

Politics

4 d. ago Spain's £15 tourist tax in chaos as popular region delays strict rule

In a huge victory for Brits, Spain's region of Catalonia - which includes hotspots such as Barcelona and Costa Brava - has postponed doubling its tourist tax ahead of the peak summer season

Economics

4 d. ago Toxic chlorine cloud over UK tourist hotspot Barcelona forces 160,000 to stay indoors

The local fire service said it has 24 crews battling the blaze at Vilanova i la Geltru, some 25 miles from Barcelona

Events

5 d. ago Urgent Spain travel warning as 'major danger' cautions come into force

Spain's General Directorate of Civil Protection and Emergencies has issued an alert for British tourists visiting Barcelona and Mallorca, as millions are set to visit the country this year

Events

7 d. ago Fury as Barcelona cafe imposes 'table hogger' charge for tourists who outstay their welcome including doubled price for lingering more than an hour over your coffee

Bar Perfetto has clamped down on dilly-dallying tourists and has even doubled the price of coffee for those who take more than an hour to finish their drink.

Politics

7 d. ago Beautiful loch hidden in Scottish Highland wilderness can only be reached by UK’s highest train station

Loch Ossian is a remote hidden gem on the edge of Rannoch Moor, a vast wilderness spanning 50 square miles across Perthshire, Lochaber and Argyll

Politics

8 d. ago Britain's 'best kept' town is beautiful hidden gem tucked away from London

From breathtaking architecture to Michelin-starred pubs and boutique shops, it's no surprise this quintessential gem is often described as one of Britain's best kept secrets

Politics

9 d. ago Spain's 'most beautiful' city that rivals Barcelona and Malaga

While Barcelona and Malaga are popular tourist destinations, another Spanish city has been branded the 'most beautiful' in Spain and boasts a number of must-see hidden gems

Politics

1 week ago Jet2 launches city breaks to beautiful hidden gem dubbed 'Rome of Portugal'

Jet2 has announced it's launching exciting new city breaks to one of Portugal's prettiest hidden gems.

Politics

1 week ago Everyone goes to Barry Island but there's a quiet beach 20 minutes from Cardiff with nobody on it

It feels like a proper, hidden gem, perfect if you want to enjoy the sunshine in peace

Politics

1 week ago Instant karma as 'thief' is tackled by tourist who puts him in a chokehold after he 'tried to steal his camera' in Barcelona

A suspected brazen thief has faced instant karma after being tackled and put in a chokehold by a tourist whose camera he believed he had tried to steal. 

Events

2 w. ago Horror moment man with huge knife runs through Barcelona streets as tourists flee

Terrifying footage posted on social media captures the moment a man with a huge knife charges through the streets of Placa de Sant Juame in Barcelona

Events

2 w. ago Barcelona stabbing as man 'armed with machete' seen in running round tourist hotspot

A harrowing clip on social media shows a suspect sprinting through the streets of Placa de Sant Jaume, Barcelona, in Spain, armed with what appears to be a machete

Events

2 w. ago Police intervene as protesters target tourists with new tactic in Spanish hotspot

Tourist aboard a sight-seeing bus in Barcelona were blocked and squirted with water by protesters.

Events

2 w. ago ‘World’s most beautiful island’ is a hidden gem for fine dining and it’s cheapest in May

This Caribbean island was recently named the world's most beautiful island – and we found it also had some of the best food and drink we've ever tasted

Politics

3 w. ago Insanely beautiful Spanish seaside town rivalling Barcelona for tourists

If you’re looking for ancient history and beautiful beaches on a budget, and would rather avoid the slew of sightseers you might encounter in Barcelona, there’s a stunning Spanish seaside town worth checking out

Politics