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Travel along the beautiful Mediterranean coast, stopping in three of Spain's most beautiful cities, home to beaches, music, culture, and more.

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<p>This lively, exciting metropolis, set on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, is renowned for its exceptional architecture, rich cultural heritage, delicious cuisine, stunning beaches, and fascinating history. It is said that a secret of Barcelona's charm lies in the fact that its tourist sites are an integral part of its residents&rsquo; daily life.</p>

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Barcelona

Catalonia, Spain

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About Valencia

<p>It is a bustling and prosperous port city and the capital of a fertile agricultural area, a thriving industrial center with metal, furniture, and paper factories, and a large export hub for citrus fruits, vegetables, and wine. It is also home to some of Spain&rsquo;s best beaches and provides a unique mix of culture, history, and fun in the sun.</p>

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Valencia

Valencian Community, Spain

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About Alicante

Alicante is a city and port in Spain on the Costa Blanca. It is a historic Mediterranean port. Amongst the most notable features of the city are the Castle of Santa Barbara, which sits high above the city, and the port of Alicante. The latter was the subject of bitter controversy in 2006–2007 as residents battled, successfully, to keep it from being changed into an industrial estate. The Santa Barbara castle is situated on Mount Benacantil, overlooking the city. The tower (La Torreta) at the top, is the oldest part of the castle, while part of the lowest zone and the walls were constructed later in the 18th century.

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Alicante

Valencian Community, Spain

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About Malaga

<p>The charming, historic city center is characterized by narrow streets, paved alleyways, unique architecture, squares, museums, churches, and an abundance of shops, restaurants, and bars.</p>

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Malaga

Andalusia, Spain

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Jan 20th - Jan 17th

La Traviata

Step into the opulent world of La Traviata, Verdi's timeless opera that weaves a heart-wrenching tale of love, sacrifice, and societal expectations. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Paris, this poignant masterpiece unfolds the tragic romance between the doomed courtesan Violetta and her ardent suitor Alfredo, leaving audiences captivated by its soaring arias and emotional depth.

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Dec 11th 2024, 12:00AM

The Last Match Factory

Enjoy a historical journey via a captivating photo exhibition showcasing phenomenal images caught by Weiyan Lowe in 2023. The display focuses on the old-fashioned allure of an ancient Malaysian Match Factory, offering attendees a spectacular view into yesterday's mystical aura.

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Nov 22nd 2024, 12:00AM

From Montmartre to Montparnasse: Catalan Artists in Paris (1889-1914)

Attendees are invited to delve into the transformative world of early 20th century Parisian modern art and avant-garde play through the eyes of Catalan artists, amid an eclectic mix of paintings, engravings, music and literature. This immersive interpretation of the City of Light is an unmissable, substantial exhibition.

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Nov 12th 2024, 12:00AM

The Last Match Factory

Curated by Martina Millà, this photographic exhibition by Weiyan Lowe captures the poignant final days of The Kelantan Match Factory in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia. Through Lowe's evocative imagery, the exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the factory's last operating moments, documenting the intricate process and the human stories behind it. As the factory closes its doors, these photographs preserve the essence of a once-thriving industry, offering a reflective look at its significance and legacy.

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Nov 12th 2024, 12:00AM

The Last Match Factory

Weiyan Lowe presents a stirring photographic exhibit featuring a Malaysian match factory. Attendees will explore the enchantingly sophisticated aspects of an otherwise rustic industrial location.

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Oct 31st 2024, 12:00AM

Accident

Participants can anticipate a delightful event where camaraderie shines through regardless of the time of day. The prevalent communal spirit provides a warming and intriguing atmosphere each participant will revel in.

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Oct 25th 2024, 12:00AM

MiróMatisse Beyond the images

Beyond Images is an engaging art exhibition presenting an aesthetic duel between the legendary artists Matisse, famed for fauvism and harmony, and Mir, renowned for surrealism and captivating oddity. Attendees can follow a visual dialogue tracking profound points of crossover where these distinct viewpoints intersect, celebrating their shared criticisms of painting traditions, drawing techniques, grandiose compositions, and determining works of their epochs.

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Oct 25th 2024, 12:00AM

MiróMatisse: Beyond the Images

The upcoming exhibition invites attendees into an immersive exploration of shared critiques by renown artists Henri Matisse and Mir, upending expectations by examining commonalities beyond their temporal and stylistic differences. Enthusiasts can look forward to an insightful experience shedding light on shared perspectives on Western image tradition, conveyed through art pieces and master marginalia from these two artists.

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Oct 18th 2024, 12:00AM

100 Ikea Objects We Would Have Liked Having

This exhibition focuses on the vital roles of two prestigious brands in providing accessible design to enhance human well-being. Showcasing 'global' and 'local' aspects through the entwined biographies of two innovative entrepreneurs, it delivers probing insight into sustainability's progression, fostering discussion about Scandinavian and Mediterranean designs.

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Oct 18th 2024, 12:00AM

Eveli Torent: Between Els Quatre Gats and Freemasonry

Art lovers are invited to an exhibition that explores the compelling career and character of a lesser-known Barcelona illustrator, born in 1876. One can observe work from his beginnings at Els 4 Gats, integrations with modernity pioneers, and collaborations with notable artists including Picasso.

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Oct 18th 2024, 12:00AM

Els Mons D' Alicia

Experience a renaissance of childhood memories at an event honed to commemorate all things Alice in Wonderland, inspired entirely by Lewis Carroll's inventive narratives. Show-goers will immerse themselves within an energetic reprisal, breathing in the vibe of a 160-year-old era and invigorating encounters alongside Alice and her fellow extraordinary entities.

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Oct 10th 2024, 12:00AM

The Ocean Speaks: New Ecologies and New Economies of the Seas

The intriguing exhibition delves into the effects of human interactions on marine ecosystems. It promotes pondering over innovative redesigns to alter the city's sea relationship.

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Sep 22nd 2024, 12:00AM

Unknown City Beneath the Mist: New Images from Barcelona’s Peripheries

Immerse in a unique photography project that captures the postwar shades of suburban Barcelona, offering a different, innovative slice of heritage. Attendees get to delve into future urban developments while being engaged with fascinating contradictions to mainstream adverts.

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Sep 22nd 2024, 12:00AM

MACBA Collection: Prelude. Poetic Intention

This group exhibition challenges the concept of art museums, aiming to redesign and revitalize their purpose for the new age. Participants may admire artwork that serves as a transformative factor in museums' background and contexts, underlining the evolving correlation between never-before-seen exhibits and pre-existing collections.

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Sep 22nd 2024, 12:00AM

Mari Chordà ... And Many Other Things

Submerge in the groundbreaking artistry of Mari Chordone who defied norms through her mix of pop-art, psychedelia, and talks on sexual autonomy. Unfolding the layers of her audacious themes, attendees will find liberating and inspirational undertones in her colorful and engaging art pieces capturing female representation.

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Sep 19th 2024, 12:00AM

MACBA Collection: Prelude. Poetic Intention

This group exhibit reimagines typical shows, centering solely on the power and purpose of the art. Attendees can expect an immersive foray into the rich narratives and unlimited creativity behind each piece.

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Jul 17th 2024, 12:00AM

Interior Berlanga

This event offers an immersive exploration into a celebrated filmmaker's life, highlighting his impressive career milestones. Attendees can gain an intimate understanding of his substantial achievements and also the fears and historical context that influenced him.

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Jul 10th 2024, 12:00AM

Tàpies: Art and activism

Viewers will journey into the perspectives of renowned artist, Antoni Tpies, with art serving as a potent weapon against societal subjugation. Reflecting his Catalan nationalist roots entwined with avant-garde philosophy, Tpies' body of work projects a vibrant manifesto of societal emancipation and political awakening.

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Jul 10th 2024, 12:00AM

Matemi Fasol

Deepen your grasp of music and mathematics at this intriguing event. Uncover the inherent mathematical structure of music and elevate your understanding and admiration for its unified beauty.

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Jul 5th 2024, 12:00AM

Mari Chordà ... And Many Other Things

Attendees can explore profoundly the intricate dynamics of image, language, and social activism encapsulated in Mari Chord's career as an artist, writer, poet, and activist. Reflectively impacted by a history marked by Francoist dictatorship and lasting feminist battles, her work gives visitors an immersive opportunity to engage with influential forces set against a rebellious narrative.

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Jun 21st 2024, 12:00AM

Unknown City Beneath the Mist: New Images from Barcelona’s Peripheries

The event captivates audiences with photography invoking Barcelona's post-war urban development from a suburban perspective. Beyond usual advertising postulates, the collection harnesses photography's grit and ability to critique and tell stories of the city's urban transformation.

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Mar 23rd 2024, 12:00AM

Joan Miró Collection

Attendees can soak in a wide selection of Mir's well-preserved paintings, elaborate illustrations, intricate sculptures, and thoughtful paper work. The curated exhibit offers a penetrating life and craft exploration of the esteemed artist over various stages of his expansive career.

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Mar 23rd 2024, 12:00AM

Col·lecció Joan Miró

The Joan Miró Collection at the Fundació Joan Miró showcases a comprehensive selection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, and works on paper, representing all phases of the artist's life and career. Through various thematic sections, visitors can explore Miró's distinctive production and personal language, illustrating key concepts from his time while highlighting his desire to transcend conventional painting. Notable works include those related to Surrealism and the Spanish Civil War, as well as large canvases from the 1960s, marked by expansive fields of color and liberated gestures. The collection originated from donations by Miró upon the museum's opening in 1975, supplemented by contributions from his wife, Pilar Juncosa, cultural activist Joan Prats, family members, and other public and private collections.

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Feb 2nd 2024, 12:00AM

We'll Join you When it Gets Dark

The upcoming series unfurls the intricacy of interdependencies through the guided lens of individual artists, offering a distinctive standpoint towards understanding global linkages and complexities. Concentrating on intertwined lives and latent fragilities, the exhibition promises a transformative exploration into the interconnected tapestry of life, scrutinizing prevalent myths of autonomy.

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Barcelona, Spain
3 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

1.1
Peniscola Castle
1.2
Delta de l'Ebre Nature Park
1.3
Els Ports Nature Park
1.4
Corbera d'Ebre Old Town
1.5
Oropesa
1.6
Monastery of Pedralbes
1.7
Castle of Sagunto
1.8
Ferreres Aqueduct
1.9
Centcelles Mausoleum
1.10
Devil's Bridge
2.
Valencia, Spain
2 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

2.1
Castle of Sagunto
2.2
Pago de Tharsys
2.3
Pago de Tharsys
2.4
Torre Oria Winery
2.5
Monteagudo Castle
2.6
Sanctuary of the Virgin of la Fuensanta
2.7
Elche
2.8
Oropesa
2.9
Alarcon
2.10
Teruel
2.11
The Batteries of Castillitos
3.
Alicante, Spain
2 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

3.1
La Ragua Pass
3.2
Priego de Cordoba
3.3
Jaen
3.4
Las Sierras de Cazorla, Segura, and las Villas Nature Reserv
3.5
Mijas
3.6
Marbella
3.7
Yedra Castle
3.8
Alcala la Real
3.9
Monteagudo Castle
3.10
Sanctuary of the Virgin of la Fuensanta
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Malaga, Spain
2 nights