Hotel Majestic receives 5 star grande luxe categorisation
February 5, 2008
The hotel Majestic, has received the qualification of 5-star grande luxe, a prize which is conceeded by the General director of Tourism of the Generalitat of Catalunya. Read more
Prices in bars rise 5% this year
January 14, 2008
The prices in bars and restaurants in Spain will rise by at least 5% this year compared to last years prices. The rising prices is mainly due to the more expensive raw materials and the revised salaries, according to the Spanish federation of hospitality (FEHR).
Most businesses bought by foreigners!
December 10, 2007
More than 30% of the businesses sold in Barcelona are sold to foreigners. One out of three restaurants which are sold in Barcelona are bought by foreign entrepreneurs. This figure is on the rise.Â
Nightclub owner challenges the government
January 4, 2007
Some days ago I wrote about the closing of Barcelona’s most famous nightclub: La Paloma. Just a week later the owner, Pau Sole, announces in the local press (La Vanguardia) that he will be opening the club tonight.
Spain’s most emblematic nightclub closes down
December 25, 2006
Just before Christmas, one of Spain’s most emblematic nightclubs closes down. Another victim of the new fight against leisure in Barcelona or a decision of the owners to give up a bad business? The nightclub La Paloma shuts its doors for good. Read more
