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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Barcolena | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: We will be staying at the Colon Hotel in Barcolena on Palm Sunday and wonder if there will a parade. ... A: here you have your answers: 1. Where can we obtain a Barcelona Card with Guidebook? Does the card ... | |
| Things to do in Barcelona | 1/30/2012 |
| Q: We will be arriving in Barcelona 3/31 for 2 days. Can you give us some things that we should see ... A: There are many many thinks to do in barcelona, so here you have the most important ones: - Gothic ... | |
| Barcelona to Santander | 1/30/2012 |
| Q: we planning on visiting Spain in August. We arrive in Barcelona and plan to drive to Santander ... A: The road throgh Huesca, Jaca and Pamplona is around 700km, so you can stop for the night in Jaca. ... | |
| Train travel from Biarritz to Seville in Sept.2011 | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: The Ave does not run north past Madrid so must I get local trains? Thank you. A: to go to Seville, you must go firts to madrid, and from ther to seville. TO go first to Madrid, you ... | |
| Driving the Spanish Coast | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: My husband and I are finally going to get our honeymoon late March in Spain. We were thinking to fly ... A: There should no t be any problem dirving everywhere, so if this is your idea and wishes, no ... | |
| Barcelona for 5 days | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: Coming to Barcelona from Seville for 4-5 days. Staying near El Born district and not far from ... A: If you are staying in Born area, it is a very well known and tourist area, but also full of locals, ... | |
| Toledo | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: My wife and I are going to be in Madrid in October. We want to tour Toledo but specifically to ... A: to visiti Toledo, you can, take a private tour from Madrid or From Toledo Take an organised tour ... | |
| To Santiago de Compostela from Lourdes, France. | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: Please we desperately need help! We want to know how to get to Santiago de Compostela from Lourdes ... A: One option is to take a train from Lourdes to PAU, and then from Pau, there are trains to the ... | |
| Toledo Tours | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: My wife and I will be in Madrid for 5 days in September and would like to find a day tour to Toledo. ... A: Yes, you can alwasy book a private tour by private car, but you need to find the other 2 people. ... | |
| Barcelona for celiacs | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: I am going to travel to Barcelona with my daughter who is celiac which means she is on strict gluten ... A: Viader is not a restaurant is a GRANJA, wher to have a snack, a coffee, or a chocolate and mybe a ... | |
| Trip to Spain | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: My wife and I are traveling to Barcelona for a Mediterranean cruise. The cruise disembarks August ... A: Nice you come to barcelona!! For restaurants, try in Eixample area, Barceloneta area or in the old ... | |
| Neighborhood of Sant Marti , Barcelona/suggestions for other accommodations | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: How would you describe the neighborhood of Sant Marti? I just booked an apt. rental for our ... A: No, Passatge D'ali Bei is not a charming area and you have a 30 minutes walk to the beach..... I ... | |
| rentals on Icaria or La Nova Mar Bella beaches/ how far from metro | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: Can you suggest a rental apartment or website to find one on Icaria or La Nova Bella beach? Which ... A: Sorry, i was on holidays without any internet connection!!! If you want to find clear water and nice ... | |
| Flights to Cartagena | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: Would you please let me know: Is there any flights from Barcelona to Cartagena (south of Spain)? If ... A: There are no flights to Cartagena, but you can go by train: TALGO train, leaves barcelona at 12h00 ... | |
| Travelling from zaragoza to pamplona at night | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: Hola Silvia Martino, I am currently studying in Pamplona for 4 months for the ERASMUS program, and ... A: As you can see below, first bus is at 07h15, and last bus at 22h00, so I'm not sure there is a way ... | |
| travel help | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: i am trying to find a cool wee surf /beach town or towns to visit on the way to Barcelona i need to ... A: I'm sorry I'm not so specialist in surf.... I only know about tarifa (south spain), San Sebastián ... | |
| Barcelona in a few weeks | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: Hola We are two friends travelling to Barcelona in a few weeks; we are planning on staying for 8 ... A: From Barcelona I recommend you to spend one day going to Girona And Figueres, or Montserrat or ... | |
| Spain in October by car and/or rail | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: We have about 19 days to visit Spain. How can we travel to the se cities Granada Ronda Seville ... A: yes, in 19 you can visit all those places!!! I suggest that first you go for example to Sevilla. ... | |
| Spain in October by car and/or rail | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: We have about 19 days to visit Spain. How can we travel to the se cities Granada Ronda Seville ... A: To south Spain, you can go by train to sevilla and from there move by bus, then go back to madrid by ... | |
| bullfights | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: ..I will be traveling to Spain during the 1st two weeks of June and will be staying in Malaga. I am ... A: I'm really sorry, I do not have information about bullfights, I recommend you to contact the tourism ... | |
| bus/train travel | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: We will be touring Southern Spain early Otober and hoping you can help solve my small dilemma,ie bus ... A: If you need the quickest route, then check first plane (some bargains could be found) and then ... | |
| donde ir | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: Hola Silvia. Soy una docente jubilada llegando a España el 19/05. Ese mismo día intento tomar tren ... A: Hola Beatriz, Por andalucía hay muchas cosas qaue hacer: - puedes ir a Cordoba - como tu dices a ... | |
| 6 days in Barcelona | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: I am going to Spain 3rd April. The first 6 days will be in Barcelona. I am travelling with three ... A: There are many Flamencos in Barcelona. I recomend you the one in the Ramblas CORDOBES. I thikn ... | |
| travel | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: How can I get from Torreveja or Alicante to Valencia Port. Train or Coach... A: From Alicante to valencia, you can go by bus. You can check prices and timetables at www.alsa.es (I ... | |
| 6 days in Barcelona | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: I am going to Spain 3rd April. The first 6 days will be in Barcelona. I am travelling with three ... A: Answering your questions: For Palau de la Musica, you will find the concerts programmed at : ... | |
| Pyrenees itinerary | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: This end of April I will be traveling to Spain with my wife. We will fly to and from Barcelona. I ... A: Nice trip!!! My suggestion would be, that if you only have 10 days, maybe you could reduce the ... | |
| Coste del Sol | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: My 19 year old daughter would like to visit Andulusia/Costa del Sol area for 2 weeks April 22-May 7. ... A: ! You can fly to Madrid, and from Madrid take a AVE train to Malaga or Sevilla. The best places to ... | |
| timetable/costs? by local bus service? | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: Want to travel From Barcelona to Cartagena by coast route, by train,one way only, 2 adults? Thank ... A: The only connection Ifound is from alicante airport to MUrcia. ONce you are in Murcia, you will find ... | |
| timetable/costs? by train | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: Want to travel From Barcelona to Cartagena by coast route, by train,one way only, 2 adults? Thank ... A: !! From Barcelona to Cartagena, you have a TALGO (dep 12h.. arr 19h52) and another one (dep 15h ... | |
| Ferry trips from Alicante | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: We are a couple in our 60's, my husband has been ill and I would like to surprise him with a ferry ... A: I'm not very familiar with ferries, but the only solution I can porpose you, is to take a ferry form ... | |
| 1st week of July in Barcelona | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I am searching for a vacation apartment in Barcelona for the 1st week of July. I have lot of choices ... A: How are you? if you are coming to Barcelona in summer I would recomend: EIXAMPLE area if you are ... | |
| Travelling in Spain | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: My family and I are thinking of doing Spain in April. We will be coming out of Paris. Family consist ... A: Sure I can help... here you have my answers, 1. Can you assist me with an itinerary. 12 days is a ... | |
| Honeymoon in Spain & Portugal! | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: My fiancé and I are planning our honeymoon to Spain & Portugal in February 2012. We plan on ... A: !! If you are coming one week in Spain, Barcelona & Madrid is enough. There are many other places ... | |
| visit spain | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: Hey, We are a group of 2 couples and 1 infant, planning to visit Spain during Dec 21 - Jan 14 We ... A: Here you have the answers to your questions: please advice 1) whether it would be a good time to ... | |
| Nov. Travel - Madrid/Estepona | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: My 14 year old daughter and I are flying to Spain and arriving in Madrid at 3:35 p.m. on Nov. 20. ... A: Sorry for the delay, I was ona business trip with no email access.. Pls, find my suggestions: 1. ... | |
| Granada to Consuegra | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: i am wondering is there any bus or train service from granada to consuegra please, either direct or ... A: Consuegra is very close to Madrid, so it's normal all trains and buses depart from there. Maybe you ... | |
| winter vacation | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: Family of 5: Adults in mid-50's and teens, 14,14 and 16. We would like to take a trip to Spain this ... A: If you are coming to Spain in Winter and you like skiing, then I propose you to land in Madrid, ... | |
| Toll Charges - Southern Spain coastal motorways | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: We our travelling from the southern French border to Playa Flamenca (Torrevieja area)along AP7/A7 ... A: Sorry, I don't know anout dual carriages roads. Usually roads are ok, but the problem is traffic. If ... | |
| City Centre Info (Barcelona) | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm travelling to this city to see a concert at the Palau Olímpic Badalona. I have discovered there ... A: Here you have the answers: My question is, what hotels inthe city centre are well situated for the ... | |
| Self drive from Madrid via Andalucia to Barcelona | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: We, a family of 4 with kids of 14 and 11, would like to consult as for the best & interesting places ... A: ! If you plan to visit by car, I would suggest you to travel form madrid to seville by train, and ... | |
| Toll Charges - Southern Spain coastal motorways | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: We our travelling from the southern French border to Playa Flamenca (Torrevieja area)along AP7/A7 ... A: As far as I know, prices remain the same for the whole year, and it changes only in January every ... | |
| train travel purchase | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: My friend and I are arriving in Madrid on September 23. We will stay there for 3 days then leave on ... A: Shirl, Sorry, I can not know if there will be or not tickets left... There are more or less trains ... | |
| Travel Four cities | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I fly into Madrid and have 1 week. Is it realistic to travel Toledo, Seville and Granada all by ... A: Yes it is very realistic, you can spend one morning in Toloedo (make it a day trip from Madrid), ... | |
| travel in Spain | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: ..I am seeking transportation between the two resorts both El Cid properties and they don't have ... A: There are around 320 km to Mijas costa From Vera, you can take a bus till Malaga (changing bus in ... | |
| travel in Spain | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: ..I am seeking transportation between the two resorts both El Cid properties and they don't have ... A: There are around 320 km to Mijas costa From Vera, you can take a bus till Malaga (changing bus in ... | |
| bus from Malaga to Carratraca | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: what are our options? I think there maybe a bus to Ardales but could we get a taxi from this town ... A: there is around 50 km to Carratrca, and there is a bus going there form Malaga: www.losamarillos.es ... | |
| car travel in spain | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: I want to visit spain in september. I got an offer package for $2765 for my husband and myself. It ... A: It is very difficult for me to say if it is a good price or not, since I have no idea of air fares ... | |
| travel to Spain in AUGUST | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: we are planning a trip to Spain Aug 6 flying to Madrid till Aug 22, flying out of Barcelona. Our ... A: Sorry but it's a bit difficult to find "wild" beaches in spain, specially in August. I'm not so ... | |
| travel to Spain in AUGUST | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: we are planning a trip to Spain Aug 6 flying to Madrid till Aug 22, flying out of Barcelona. Our ... A: Yes, I think you are right, try to avoid the south in August. But even Barcelona is hot and humid in ... | |
| Train from Barcelona to Cartagena | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: SOrry to bother you, but could you please tell us if there is a train morning or afternoon from ... A: YOu have 2 trains on the 22nd September: Direct train, TALGO leaves barcelona at noon sharp, ... | |
| travel by train fm Barcelona | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I read in a magazine that there is a tourist train (yellow train?) from Barcelona to the Pyrenees, I ... A: As far as I know, this yellow train goes only through the French Pyrennees, from La Tour de Carol ... | |
| Travel from La Linea To Jimena de la Frontera | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: I am flying into Gibralter and want to get a train from San Roque. What would the cost of a taxi to ... A: !! I found this on the taxis association website: For Airport pick-ups there is a fixed charge of ... | |
| Honeymoon in Madrid & Barcelona | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: Buenos Dias, My name is Miguel, my soon to be wife and I will be traveling to Madrid & Barcelona for ... A: Congratulations for your wedding!!! Recommending you hotels or tours is very diffcult without more ... | |
| refund from ALSA (spanish bus co) | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: i booked & paid for a bus trip thru ALSA online. For medical reasons, couldn't take the trip. ... A: I spoke to Alsa, and they told me that you can contact them by phone to: +34 91 327 05 40 (they ... | |
| Driving to Malaga from Madrid | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: I am writing to ask your advise. My family and I go to our apartment in Marbella every year and to ... A: I have answerredthsi question a few days ago, but I see ther have been some problem... Ok in my ... | |
| travel from malaga | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: Im trying to find the cheapest way of getting from london to port aventura. I am told that it is in ... A: Yes, of course it is possible. There are 900 km from malaga to Salou, so I think it is a long drive. ... | |
| Train journey! | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I will be visiting Barcelona Spain in May 2010. I would like to travel by train to Rome Italy.Are ... A: Jasmine, There is no direct train from barcelona to rome. we have a night train to MILAN TRENHOTEL ... | |
| Train from Biarritz to Tarragona/Reus | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: We had hoped to hire a car but now think we should go by train. Is there a train route to take us ... A: Probably, from Biarritz, you can take a train to Hendaye, from there there are probably trains to ... | |
| Getting to Alicante from San Javier airport | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I'll be getting to San Javier airport at around 2pm - I've found information about buses to 13.25, ... A: Hannah, the bus I told you, COSTA AZUL is stopping both in San Javier and Santiago de la Ribera. ... | |
| Cadiz & Malaga | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: we will arrive in Cadiz on April 19, 2010 and in Malaga on April 20, 2010 with the Norwegian Cruise ... A: for Malaga, I have looked into HErz and others, but it seems no one has offices in the port. Here ... | |
| Day trips around Madrid and Barcelona | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: I will be travelling to Spain for the first time by the end of March for 7 nights. 4 of which i will ... A: if you are 4 adults, the best and cheapest way is to rent a car so you can go on your own. all the ... | |
| Day trips around Madrid and Barcelona | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I will be travelling to Spain for the first time by the end of March for 7 nights. 4 of which i will ... A: here you have your answers.... - I was wondering what cities nearby I must visit for day trips ... | |
| Bus train travel in Spain over Easter | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I will arrive in Madrid on Wednesday 31st March. Would like to stay for 2 days and then leave to ... A: Usually all trains and buses are runing normally from Monday to Sunday, even in bank holidays. The ... | |
| train from Valencia to Lourde | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: Hey, How to go to Lourdes(France)from Valencia(Spain) by railway and what is the distance and time? ... A: It is abit complicated to go from valencia to lourdes by train, since ytou need to take 3 trains, ... | |
| madrid | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: i planning a trip to madrid in the last of febuary to visit a friend. i need a hotel. is there deals ... A: !. yes you are right, february is a good month to travel, rates are low. At this moment, I could ... | |
| Marbella or Almeria | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a choice to stay at Vera Beach Club in Almeria or Grangefield Oasis in Marbella and want some ... A: I don't know any of those accommodations, but my advise would be to stay better in Marbella than ... | |
| Travelling through Europe | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I'm Nicolette from South Africa. I will be travelling with a friend of mine from 9th of June to 5th ... A: !! see answers below.... Can you please tell me the minimum Euros one need per day per person in ... | |
| Valencia to Alhambra & Valancia to Barcelona | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I want to travel FROM Valencia to Granada/Alhambra around Feb 12 returning either to Valencia, or ... A: I can recommend you a tour (2h30 to 3 hours tour) to ALhambra and Generalife. Price is 44 euros and ... | |
| Driving in spain | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: Driving from Bilbao to Costa Brava, are there many campsites to break the journey and stop overnight ... A: ... I see you don't like mountains.... no problem.,.... through zaragoza, you have: in the same ... | |
| Driving in spain | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: Driving from Bilbao to Costa Brava, are there many campsites to break the journey and stop overnight ... A: Driving from bilbao to costa brava, is great, specially if you like mountains. You can drive through ... | |
| Valencia to Alhambra & Valancia to Barcelona | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I want to travel FROM Valencia to Granada/Alhambra around Feb 12 returning either to Valencia, or ... A: ... I was on holidays.... PLease, let me know what do you need? a hotel reservation in Granada? how ... | |
| bus, car, train | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: We will be in Malaga for two weeks and was wondering what is the least expensive way to travel in ... A: To travel around Malaga area, you can easily go by bus or train, but, of course, depending on the ... | |
| Train from Barcelona to Marbella | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: We are traveling from Barcelona to Marbella and would like to take the train. Is there a high speed ... A: To go to Malaga, you have a AVE train (fast train) at 10h30 in the morning, arriving at 16h15 in ... | |
| Bus information and Storing luggage in Tarragona or Reus | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I am planning a side trip from Barcelona to Siurana (near Cornudella de Monsant). I was hoping to ... A: I would say bus from reus is at 7pm ... | |
| Bus information and Storing luggage in Tarragona or Reus | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I am planning a side trip from Barcelona to Siurana (near Cornudella de Monsant). I was hoping to ... A: from barcelona to tarragona, you can take the train, it takes one hour more or less. In the train ... | |
| Getting to UK in December from Alpujarras | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I am supposed to visit Newcastle upon Tyne in the UK on in December. I can get a bus from Orgiva to ... A: so, if I understand, the bus arrives to malaga at 12, and you planes takes off at 13h05? with which ... | |
| travel | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: Are there any trains or would it be better to go by bus ? A: There are no trains from malaga or granada to Murcia. To go by train you have first to go to Madrid ... | |
| Montserrat for one day | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: my name is Maria and I will be travelling to Barcelona in January. I will stay for almost 3 days and ... A: Nice decision to go to Montserrat!! it's one of the nicest places in Catalunya!!! If you are alone, ... | |
| Sevilla from Italy | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: First, thank you for offering to help! Secondly, I'll be coming to Spain from Italy with only four ... A: !, Here you have the answers: 1. Is this even sort of feasible? If you're coming only for 4 days, I ... | |
| Travel from Alicante Airport to Denia | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I have booked a flight to Denia for 5th Jan 2010 but my friend cannot pick me up at the airport in ... A: I have not found any direct bus from the airport to denia, only from alicante. So I recomend you go ... | |
| Spain Trip | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: Me and my boyfriend have been planning a 2 week trip next week to Spain. Our ittn is: ... A: Great decision!!! I think you have made a good choice of cities... here you have my answers: 1.Can ... | |
| trains and buses | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: Iwe have booked a holiday to Salou on 4th May 2010 we would like a day trip to Barcelona. Which is ... A: good morning from Barcelona. there are many trains going from salou to barcelona and back. ... | |
| Travel from Barcelona to Madrid by car | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: we are finally coming to Spain and have 10 days for the whole trip (in the begining of October). We ... A: I can help you with barcelona and madrid... places to stay, places to visit, etc... on the way, i ... | |
| Driving from Barcelona to Pyrenees | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: My wife and I am planning to drive from Barcelona up to the mountain of Pyrenees on 23 Sept for 7 ... A: !!! I'm just curious to know how was your trip, where did you finally go, and if you liked it... ... | |
| Driving from Barcelona to Pyrenees | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: My wife and I am planning to drive from Barcelona up to the mountain of Pyrenees on 23 Sept for 7 ... A: !! Great decision!! Pyrenees, is one of my favorites places!!! (I have a house there, and try to go ... | |
| to barsa | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: Good day. sorry for disturbing you. i have some questions and hope that you will be able to help me. ... A: !! to go to Marina d'or from Barcelona on the 9th of September, you have to get first to OROPESA DEL ... | |
| travel to Alhambra | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: We want to go the Alhambra but no direct flights from UK to Grenada so if we fly to Malaga what is ... A: Good morning!! For travel from Malaga to Granada, there are around 150 km, so train, bus or even ... | |
| bus/train | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I am planning to travel from Madrid to Javea. I understand that there aren't any connections to ... A: For the train, you should visit: www.renfe.es, At the bottom left of the screen you'll see a menu ... | |
| bus/train | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I am planning to travel from Madrid to Javea. I understand that there aren't any connections to ... A: For the train, you should visit: www.renfe.es, At the bottom left of the screen you'll see a menu to ... | |
| bus/train | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I am planning to travel from Madrid to Javea. I understand that there aren't any connections to ... A: ! As there is only a few km from Denia to Javea,yes, you are right, better take a bus to Denia, so ... | |
| spain travel | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for a information about what to see and where to stop on the way from barcelona to ... A: !! When driving to Espot, it depends on what type of activity you like, On the way, about 60 km ... | |
Sílvia Martino
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I can answer many questions about tourism in Barcelona and Catalunya, visits, restaurants, hotels, apartments, special tips, etc. Also for Madrid and other Spanish cities
Experience
I've lived in Barcelona all my life....
12 years in the incoming tourism in Barcelona,
Organizations
Barcelona On Line, an incoming travel agency specialised in Barcelona, Catalunya and other Spanish cities
Publications
Some conferences focusing Barcelona, city breaskd, etc.
Education/Credentials
MBA in business administration
Awards and Honors
Member of the directing board of the Catalan Travel agency Association (ACAV)
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