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Firsthand account of travel into Barcelona during the COVID-19 pandemic

This British reporter recounts her experience of flying into Barcelona during the pandemic, detailing the entry procedures and tracing systems in place.

Greece bans all flights from Barcelona following Covid surge

Greece is no longer allowing flights incoming from Barcelona due to a recent uptick in cases within Catalonia.

Barcelona Expat Week - 19-25 October 2020

This year's online gathering aims to bring together the expat community of Barcelona to encourage networking, business and enjoying the city in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Primavera Sound June 2-6 2021

One of the year's best independent music festivals takes place in Parc del Forum right in the heart of Barcelona in June 2021.

Airbnb restricts under-25s in Spain, in a bid to put a stop to parties

Airbnb is piloting a ban on under-25s renting space on the platform. The ban is being tested in France, Spain and the United Kingdom and its purpose is to stem the spread of CoViD-19.

Coworking giants grow despite pandemic, with more than 20 spaces opening in Spain

LOOM and Utopicus - leading coworking firms in the region - announce plans for growth across Spain with over 20 new spaces set to open up within 18 months. The firms cite an increased demand for flexibility and a reliance on remote work as encouraging for growth.

Spanish treasury taxes foreigners stuck in country, despite COVID restrictions.

The Spanish treasury continues to ignore OECD guidelines on freezing tax residency thresholds for foreign nationals stuck in European countries. Those who have spent more than 183 days in Spain will be expected to pay the relevant taxes on earnings and estates.

Iberia challenges Covid with aggressive price and flexibility campaign

Spain's flagship carrier announces discounted flights within the Iberian Peninsula and the Americas from September. Changes to the airline's changes policy also announced.