The Carribeean in Europe?

Do you love the Caribbean? Its one of my favorite places, I have  fond memories of sitting by the  beach the waves lapping up and the sun shining bright while relaxing drinking a virgin strawberry daiquiri thinking this is the life and it doesn't get much better than this, and I was right. One of the many things I got right at the age of eight. Ever since I have been looking for the best beaches around the world. Barcelona is truly a gem of a city. It has some of the most vivid and intriguing beaches in Europe, the electric blues and light purple colors of the water, the creamy golden color of the sand and the kindness of the people make it a magical and special place. 

Its a place where you feel as if everyone knows your name, the friendliness of the people along with a great appreciation of the essential things in life  food, music and good times. I always judge a place based on the coffee and the coffee in Barcelona is amazing it is strong and flavorful which is a great representation of the people and the city. 

If you are looking for a your money to go a long way Barcelona is the place to visit. You can find outstanding food for under five euros for breakfast and lunch and dinner will run you under ten. Its a shoppers dream location, I found a vintage fox fur jacket for under 50 Euros at the local Humana store, and there are shops for all price points. I stayed at the Equity Hostel right on the beach for 15 Euros a night. And while at Barceloneta beach there was a Japanese culture festival, where one could try on a kimko, sample japnesee beer andl learn more about the culture. 

There are daily  free tours, of the city which is a great opprotunity to learn about the how the Moors took the city, the Catalan people and the rich and diverse history of the city. And if you look on the publication Time Out you can find the catalan practice, and see people bravely climbing towards the sky. 

Barcelona has the best to offer, the food, music, culture, and shopping are  extradordinary. If you love the carribbean this is a great location in Europe to visit that is much cheaper and has so much to offer. What is the most important thing that you look for when you visit a city?