Who am I?
Growing up in Vancouver, I was never much of a traveler – which seems hard to believe now.
I took my first trip overseas at 23 and remember having a mini panic attack on the Stansted Express into London watching all those red brick houses fly by. It was just so far away.
Two years later I was living in London.
Then I came to Spain.
I was teaching here and working on a blog on the side (called Abroadsided) when I met Pedro and we put our heads together to launch Barcelona Hacks to help English speaking travellers smash Barcelona!
All my articles
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Best of Barcelona Bundle 🔥 2026’s Money Saving Tourist Pass
Planning a trip to Barcelona in 2026? Here’s a new discount pass to help you save time and money. The new Best of Barcelona Bundle created by our partner Tiqets includes the city’s best attractions – all booked with just a couple mouse clicks. Let’s break down this Barcelona discount pass step by step. Don’t […]
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10 Best Hotels on Las Ramblas, Barcelona
Staying on Las Ramblas puts you in the heart of it all. Street performers, tapas bars, museums, and medieval side streets—all outside your front door. But here’s the truth: not all Barcelona hotels on Las Ramblas are worth it. Some are noisy, others dated, and a few are tourist traps in disguise. So, which ones […]
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Barcelona to Sitges: Travel Tips & Guide
Sitges is one of those places you hear about and think, “Yeah, I need to be there.” So let’s break it down: how to get from Barcelona to Sitges But wait—should you take the train? Bus? Drive? What’s cheapest? What’s fastest? Is it even worth a cab ride? Stick around—I’ve taken all these routes and […]
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How to Visit Camp Nou: Barcelona Stadium Visit Info 2026
Serving up a juicy cross with all the info you need on Barcelona’s can’t miss Camp Nou Tour – but how do you skip the queues? We’ve got the links.
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Is Girona Worth Visiting? 7 Pros + 3 Cons (2026 Reviews)
Curious if Girona is worth visiting? Sure, this medieval gem just a 38-minute train ride from Barcelona offers a blend of history, architecture, and Spanish charm without the bustling crowds of a major city. But… should it take up valuable time during your short visit? Let’s look at it a bit deeper. Is Girona Spain […]
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How to Buy Train Tickets in Barcelona?
You’ve just landed in Barcelona, suitcase still zipped, brain foggy from the flight, and all you want is a quick, simple way to get around. Then you hear it: “Just take the train.” Sounds easy, right? But then you’re staring at machines, long lines, unfamiliar zones, and wondering… how do you actually buy a train […]
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What is the Currency in Barcelona?
Planning your trip to the city and suddenly realize “what is the currency in Barcelona”? You’re not alone. Do you need euros? Can you use dollars? What about credit cards—are they accepted everywhere? Let’s clear all that up right now. 👇 What is the Currency in Barcelona? Yes, Barcelona uses the euro (€)—just like the […]
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7 Days in Barcelona: How to Spend One Week in Barcelona
7 days in Barcelona is a great way to really sink your teeth into the city and not just see it but live it as well. With a week in Barcelona, you’ll embark on a journey that tantalizes your senses, from the taste of traditional tapas to Gaudi’s greatness. If I had to draw up […]
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How to Buy Metro Tickets in Barcelona?
Getting around Barcelona is easy—once you know how. But the ticket machines, the options, the language barrier? That part can feel a little less fun. So, let’s answer the question on how to buy metro tickets in Barcelona? Should you get a paper ticket or a digital one? Is it cheaper to use a pass? […]
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