The festival of St John in Barcelona
20 de Junio de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 1 votosThe festival of San Juan is celebrated on June 23rd and it is one of the shortest nights of the year because of its proximity to the summer solstice, and is considered as a magical night: legend sais that fantastic beings come out with more intensity that night than any other, where the fire,... (read more)
Typical Spanish PART II: "Having the Vermut”
31 de Mayo de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votos"Making a Vermouth" or “Hacer el Vermut” is to drink a liquor called Vermouth and eat a snack a while before eating at noon, so about 12 hours. There are several types of vermouth, but perhaps the most traditional one is the red vermouth (or French vermouth) and it is composed of over 40... (read more)
Typical Spanish PART I: Siesta time
30 de Mayo de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosA siesta is a short nap taken in the early afternoon, often after the midday meal. The siesta is a typical custom in Spain and Latin America (but also in China, Taiwan, Philippines, India, Greece ...) consisting of having a few minutes to rest (from 20 to 30 minutes) after lunch, between 13h and... (read more)
Harlem Jazz Club at half price with Hostal Mare Nostrum
24 de Mayo de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosIn Hostal Mare Nostrum we want that our guests feel we take care of them and today we bring an exclusive offer for one of the best clubs in Barcelona, the Harlem Jazz Club. In our hostal you will find a pass to get a 2x1 at Harlem Jazz Club, a renowned local in the center of Barcelona that... (read more)
SWAB 2012, International Contemporary Art Festival
15 de Mayo de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosHostal Mare Nostrum informs about a good festival of contemporary art: Swab 2012 Swab was born in 2006 with the aim of presenting emerging contemporary artists from the art scene worldwide. The first edition in 2007 had 42 galleries from 13 countries and attracted over 6000 visitors. In this... (read more)
Bruce Springsteen in Tour @ Barcelona with Wrecking Ball
11 de Mayo de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 1 votosHostal Mare Nostrum is delighted announcing this great concert at Palau Olímpic of Montjuic: Bruce Springsteen introducing his latest album "Wrecking Ball". The Boss released the album last March and started his promotional tour "Wrecking Ball World Tour 2012". This album has broken the record... (read more)
Barcelona Traditions: Sant Ponç Fair
08 de Mayo de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosHostal Mare Nostrum want to talk today of a traditional fair in Barcelona: Fira de Sant Ponç. Every May 11 is celebrated in Calle Hospital, just next to the street Sant Pau (where we are), the Fira de Sant Ponç, patron saint of beekeepers and herbalists. This show took shape yesteryear when... (read more)
Barcelona Bridal Week 2012
03 de Mayo de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosHostal Mare Nostrum wants to announce that it is about to start the most glamorous and romantic week of Barcelona, well-known as the Barcelona Bridal Week. Gaudí Bridal Fashion parades are about to start in this International Exhibition for the bride (and the groom!) in Spain! The 22nd edition... (read more)
La Feria de Abril in Barcelona 2012
25 de Abril de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosAs every year, Hostal Mare Nostrum gets you closer the the wonderful Feria de Abril in Barcelona, and in 2012 the dates chosen are: from Friday April 27 to Sunday May 6. A whole week of dance, music and good food! As everyone knows, la Feria de Abril is the perfect excuse to spend some stunning... (read more)
Sleep cheaper in the center of Barcelona during the week with the offer Happy Days
23 de Abril de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosAre you in vacation in Barcelona during the week? Well you're in luck! At Hostal Mare Nostrum find the offer that will make you smile: Happy Days. Book your stay from Sunday to Thursday at a better price with breakfast included. This offer is NOT cumulative. Look for availability with Happy... (read more)
It's Saint George in Catalonia, have you ever heard about the legend?
19 de Abril de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosAccording to popular tradition, Sant Jordi was a Roman soldier and was born in the 3rd century in Capadocia in Turkey. This Saint, who was under the orders of the emperor Diocletian, refused to carry out the emperor's edict to persecute all Christians and for this reason he was martyred and... (read more)
21st edition of the International Tourism Fair of Catalonia SITC in Barcelona
10 de Abril de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 2 votosHostal Mare Nostrum wants to announce today the 21st edition of the International Tourism Fair of Catalonia, to be held this April in Barcelona. If you love travelling and living unique experiences you can not miss the SITC, where you can stroll through the world in a few hours and discover... (read more)
International Comic Fair
30 de Marzo de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosInternational Comic Fair! The International Comic Fair reaches his thirty edition and does so in style. This time, the great illustrator David Lloyd of 'V for Vendetta', will present his latest book of short stories of fantasy from various authors and himself. Also prizes will be awarded for... (read more)
Il Divo and their show in Barcelona
14 de Marzo de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosHostal Mare Nostrum would like to announce the start of Il Divo world tour. The 4 voices in this operatic classical group, Carlos Marin, Sebastien Izambard, David Miller and Urs Buhler, have chosen only Madrid and Barcelona for their concerts in Spain. "Wicked Game" includes a dramatic version of... (read more)
The International Food and Drinks Exhibition "Alimentaria 2012" is back in Barcelona
06 de Marzo de 2012 | 0 comentarios | 0 votosHostal Mare Nostrum wants to recommend you the Food and Drinks International Exhibition "Alimentaria 2012". It will take place at La Fira de Barcelona at the end of March. Alimentaria is the food and drinks largest exhibition in Spain and one of the largest in the world. This year's edition has... (read more)
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