Barcelona Ramblas

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Las Ramblas in Barcelona, ​​who has not ever heard name them? La Rambla de Barcelona has its highest point near the Plaza Catalunya and its endpoint near the monument of Columbus and its length is about 2 kilometers, or where to find a good ride all sorts of people of all races and ages, the typical shoeshine, a large number of small kiosks vendors of flowers, animals, fruits, arts and more.

Las Ramblas in Barcelona are basically divided into five parts very typical and well known.

Found down the Rambla de Canaletes, the name given by the source of grooves is where all have heard that held the titles for FC Barcelona.
We are going down and the Rambla dels Studies, the name given because she was a fifteenth century building, a university that was suppressed by Felipe V and converted into a barracks, then collapsed in 1843.
Then following our journey as we reach the famous Rambla de las Flores, walking is considered unique in the world as a theme.
Then we came to the Rambla del Centro, also known as the Rambla of the Capuchins, a name that is given by the former convent of Capuchin friars.
Finally we reached the Rambla de Santa Monica and adjacent to the port, where stands the church which gives its name and which was, at the time, the convent of the Discalced Augustinians.
Las Ramblas of Barcelona is one of the most beautiful walks in the city can give, is totally unforgivable travel to Barcelona and not knowing the Ramblas, its flower stalls, its café terraces, street musicians, all kinds of people , jugglers, mimes, street performers, iconic buildings, the famous Plaza Real in Barcelona, ​​well-known square with boulevards coolindante, pet stores that are made on the Ramblas sell all kinds of animals, canaries, parakeets, iguanas, etc..

Do not visit the Ramblas is like not having been to Barcelona, ​​if you plan to visit be sure to know them.

the end of corruption? not really

I continue to see the movement angry and I do not think so: is a tide that does not stop, that unabated and has guaranteed gas. The corrupt, you can not see that coming at them, still at home, so that the movement will grow. In the same way as in the French Revolution was a catalyst hunger invincible, malpractice and social teasing are making tempers, far from abating, rise in pitch. The personal dramas are kerosene in society.

We have before us two years of decline or even recession. The world would be planted in six years of hardship. It's hard to say, but the hopes of the globe to achieve real changes are now in these movements. Because otherwise, we will continue on a planet where people installed in the decision-making will continue doing the same, as if nothing had happened.

The politicians have not dared to make the necessary reforms and we had to attend, after four years of grueling economic crisis, embarrassing performances. The bailed-out banks have fallen back, but its directors have been a bonus, allowances and pensions scandal, with no law would have put a stop to this.

Raw materials prices are unavailable, thus causing famine in the world, international tension and the public press, which sees inflation comes deferred when they suffer unemployment and wage cuts.

Yet, the elite intend to continue business as usual installed in a sign of stupidity that fills me with astonishment, rather than indignation. Do you really expect the directors of the CAM or Novacaixagalicia (for instance) that could go with the big bucks elsewhere? If so, is that they are dumber than I thought. The world is outraged and they with jokes yet.

Our economy is in crisis model, mainly due to corruption. I recently worked at a company that was perfectly viable, but in their own box confused the company with his own. Thus, attending to their personal issues and not serving business commitments. As to them was fine, his company was dying ... The staff, suppliers, banks, all trying to curb this, even resorting to the courts, but always had an escape route. Among other things, the lawsuits ended in a dead, buried in the bureaucracy and inability to seize anything.

That is roughly what has happened in many parts of the world. On Wall Street or in the savings banks. People who have ability to access money is not the work of operating in a sustainable manner, ie pay first ensure that the business moves forward and then, in any case, and pocket the surplus.

That is the basis of the economy: an entrepreneur creates a project that generates income, activity, which obtains higher revenues and investment spending. This is called benefit and for the owners. There's nothing to say. The company is one of the owners and if you win money, it is legitimate for them.

The bad thing is that this crisis is widespread practice of taking revenue from executives, leaving aside the inherent payments business: staff, suppliers ... and manage their personal interests in mind (bonus, pension, personal expenses ... ), though this threatens the sustainability of the firm. Commonly, it is called to take the dough and it has been usual in these last days.

So companies have fallen, leading to very large and they have been. The model manager remains in place, yet. Never mind all that has happened in these years has not been curbed this. It's incredible. Boxes that some managers take him raw intervened, however much it signed with all law a board of directors, no pass.

Only angry movements are putting these issues on the table with the rawness needed. And seeing the shameful present, it is clear that they will continue with every reason to mobilize. Those who do not see it and pretend to hide behind practices before, sooner or later you will be surprised at all pleasant. At the moment, but the outraged who have achieved a small success like this? We must continue along this path. This is only a tiny victory in the midst of a monumental battle.

the "indignados" occupying barcelona's street: 60.000

At least 60,000 'indignados', according to figures from the local police, and more than 300,000 according to organizers, have turned this Saturday to take the central streets of Barcelona to claim a global change in the political, economic and financial matters.

In a march organized simultaneously in more than 600 cities around the world have once again shown its convening power concentrating students, trade unionists, activists and affected by the cuts, such as toilets and teachers.

The march was led by a large banner that calls pass' of indignation to action, but peacefully.

There have been other signs with the symbol of the scissors crossed and criticism of the socioeconomic system - 'enough to privatize profits and socialize losses',' without sharing there can be no justice, without justice there can be no peace without peace there can futuro' have - that have demonstrated over the rejection of a system that want to renovate completely.

The crowd chanted songs have already become a classic within the movement as' democracy and not tell what is' and 'no, no, they do not represent us'; well have shouted again,' I was also in the Parlament 'in relation to the blockade of the Catalan Chamber on June 15, and' guilty 'when passing by the Exchange.

Arriving at the height of the Department of Interior, protected by a dozen police vans, the 'outraged' have demanding the resignation of Councillor, Felip Puig, the eviction of the Plaza Catalunya and the arrests of suspects by the blockade of the Parliament who had volunteered in the City of Justice.

The demonstration started at Plaza Catalunya has undergone Paseo de Gracia and Calle Aragon, and the height of Arc de Triomf - theoretical end point of the march - some 'angry' have diversified into three areas: to the Hospital del Mar, in protest at health cuts, to the Faculty of History at UB for education, while it remains unclear the direction of the protesters by housing problems.

Speaking to Europa Press, a translator and singer who has moved from Canet says he is in the demonstration because he believes he has reached a point in the world where "nothing can be saved."

Believes that change the whole system to promote the end of "consumerism, absurd."

A colleague, Moses, also a singer, he criticizes: "We believe this lie. We must promote a paradigm shift that may imply the abolition of money."

For Reuben, which is a hotel receptionist, who lives in Valencia but Barcelona, ​​change will come when politicians see what the movement actually 15M and realize that they are mistaken.

According to him, put a rope system to society that no longer can squeeze more because "going to be hanged," and now it's time to unite to get rid of that rope.

John, of the assembly of 'outraged' by Horta, said that since has gone global hunger is good that the movimieto be globalized as well: "We want to build a world in which the citizen is above the market."

WORLDWIDE

Speaking to Europa Press, the President of Justice and Peace, Arcadi Oliveres, a guru of the movement, explained that the mobilization on Saturday shows that "continues with the same force" after the summer break, a period that has used to do much work in pedagogy and cultural associations, districts and villages.

He applauded the movement is to resonate worldwide because the problems of crises occurring around the world, and it was time, in his opinion, that people will react, for example landmarks such as Wall Street.

In the other cities in Catalonia and in Madrid are also called the October 15 march, which converge eight gears 'outraged' to go together to the Puerta del Sol

Barcelona asks for Catalan to be spken during matches

FC Barcelona UEFA has asked that in the game tonight at the Santiago Bernabeu, directions and instructions to make fans and journalists, as well as in Castilian, Catalan, both in written communications such as paging. But the request has not been answered Barcelona and today's match will be used only Castilian.

Catalan is a language used by UEFA when Barcelona plays at home or visiting outside Spain. Joan Laporta formally requested three years ago and since then has been used regularly.

Pep Guardiola gave his press conference yesterday in Castilian, Catalan and English without any problems. The European football's governing body places no obstacle to the coach and players who speak Catalan appearing in the Champions League in one of the official languages ​​of Spain.

From Real Madrid did not understand that in the game tonight would have to put the posters and give instructions over the PA in Catalan and can take place only in Spanish, which managed both clubs. The fact that two Spanish teams face does not make it necessary to use today Catalan.

Request Laporta.

The first officially used by the Catalan was in the UEFA Super Cup to Barça faced Shakhtar Donetsk in August 2009. Joan Laporta, then president of Barcelona, ​​UEFA formally requested and accepted his request. The practice was held yesterday at the press conference Guardiola. But today the public address system will be used only Spanish.

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5 star hotels in barcelona for a week end

Barcelona is one of the tourist capitals of Europe, therefore, has a vast variety of hotels, luxury hotels, 4 and 3 star hotels, guesthouses and holiday apartments.

Here we have made a selection of the finest five star hotels in Barcelona, where tourists can not only enjoy a great stay, but also access top of the line services. please keep in mind that they don't really have to be expensive if you are going off season.

Hotel Eurostars BCN Design

This magnificent hotel is located in the central area of the city on the famous Paseo de Gracia, where the best shops, restaurants, and city’s most prestigious avenue. The hotel is surrounded by the Gaudí ‘s architecture , and is very close to two of the houses of the artist: La Pedrera and Casa Battló.

The atmosphere of the hotel is thoroughly modern and features a minimalist architectural style, with unique details on each of its walls. It offers about 60 suites in exclusive designs.

Hotel Princesa Sofia

This beautiful hotel is located on Avenida Diagonal, that extends from the sea to the Zona Alta, the porch area of the city, as well as major business centers. It offers amazing views, both of the sea and the mountains.

It has nearly 500 luxury rooms, among which are 25 suites. Because of its location, is often used as accommodation for senior executives travelling on business.

Eurostars Grand Marina Hotel

This hotel is located in one of the most colorful areas of Barcelona, right off the Ramblas and the Gothic Quarter. Int is ideally located within Barcelona’s World Trade Center, a major business complex in Barcelona.

W Hotel

This is a beautiful high-rise can be seen from almost any point of Barcelona. This beautiful top 5 star hotel boasts a wide range of bars and restaurants that overlook the Mediterranean Sea and have magnificent works of art.
The W Hotel has first class restaurants and a very fashionable bar called Eclipse. Also a gym, swimming pool, terrace and spa.

Gran Hotel La Florida

One of the particularities of the Gran Hotel La Florida is located in the upper part of the city, where Catalan Aristocracy used to have their, where you can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere and tranquility of the mountains.

Like most luxury hotels in Barcelona, he has an outstanding architectural style, exclusive bars and restaurants offering delicious cuisine; it suite offers an incredible view of Barcelona from the Jacuzzi.

Grand Hotel Central

One of the most interesting features of this hotel is that it has 7 suites full of light, made for you to enjoy 100% of Catalan sun, getting natural light from several windows. The same has terraces, spa and wellness center.

The Grand Hotel Barcelona offers four options for the tourist to fully enjoy the city: Barcelona Summer; Barcelona Business-ideal for those visiting the city for work, "Romantic Barcelona, and Barcelona Family.


Hotel Casa Fuster

Designed by the renowned architect Lluis Domenech i Montaner, this hotel is for me the most amazing piece of architecture in Barcelona: it is an ideal place for business travelers but also for tourist who are looking for a mix between luxury and tradition.
The same has a terrace that offers a unique view of the spectacular Paseo de Gracia, one of the most important and busy streets of the city. The Hotel Casa Fuster is known for hosting the top celebrities, among them are artists, intellectuals and celebrities.