SHOP
Aupa Organics
Having met in Desigual (Spains multinational Fashion brand) Ana and Xavi quickly became friends when they realised each other's passion for a better and healthier world. They wanted to create a space where you knew that everything they offered was a collection of carefully curated products that were organic and eco-friendly. The result is Aúpa Organics. ...
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LATEST TRAVELS
Our Top 10 Weekend Getaway destinations for families and Kid & Coe properties!
We're all avid travellers here at Babyccino. Having children hasn't stopped us from exploring the world, and especially with companies like our longtime partner Kid & Coe, who provide super family friendly vacation rentals, traveling with a family has never been easier! With travel season coming up for most of us, we have picked out our Top Ten ...
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TIPS
Easy Meals
One of my favourite things about traveling is getting to try different foods and seeing new ways of preparing sometimes the same ingredients but with a different take. With kids however this can sometimes be trivial as they may not yet be adventurous as we'd like them to be…. So here is a list of ...
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TIPS
Grab a quick Coffee
In Spain we are such food lovers that we have meals between meals. Before lunch we have the aperitivo (which you can also have before dinner) and after lunch you have merienda (tea time) which is one of my favourites, and is in most families an unpardonable part of the day. As we know breakfast, ...
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TIPS
Take a Break
One of the many great things about Barcelona is that the weather is very mild throughout the year. During the summer months (especially July and August) it can get a little too hot for my liking, but otherwise because of the great weather part of the Spanish culture is spending a lot of time outdoors. ...
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SLEEP
Splendom Suites
Perfectly located in the Eixaple district of Barcelona is this all encompassing family aparthotel called Splendom Suites. Although the interiors are not the type I'd pick for my home, it still has a homely feel to it, and most importantly was set up by an avid traveler family. Meaning they know how to organise things to ...
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SEE
Barcelona Aquarium
Not having grown up by the coast, and having spent little time in seas or oceans, I find aquariums particularly fascinating, and could spend hours looking at the fish and sea creatures. Although the Barcelona Aquarium may not be the most impressive aquarium I've ever seen, nor the largest, it has a good selection of fish and ...
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EAT
Surf House
The Surf House is a trendy restaurant on the edge of the Barceloneta, looking out over the coastline of Barcelona. Although not a Spanish restaurant, this popular eatery serves comfort food for those who seek a little home away from home, as well as some delicious and original fruit juices and smoothies. What is special ...
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Pinham Cafe
Nestled between the trees and gardens of the Turo Park, is this cute little cafe called Pinhan. Recently redesigned, this is a place where you can have the typical 'aperitivo' (snack before a meal like olives and a shandy), a coffee with a friend, or a quick meal with the kids. Here you will be ...
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PLAY
Turo Park, Barcelona
When the extension of Barcelona was designed by Urban architect Ildefonso Cerdá he had originally planned for each block to have a garden in the middle, and so had planned very few parks in the city since every house would have a type of communal garden. His plans where later changed against his will, which ...
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Montjuic Gardens
Although part of the point of visiting a city is being in the heart of the metropolis, and seeing what it has to offer, sometimes you also need a little bit of perspective to appreciate the overall body of what it is that you are visiting. From the verandas of the Jardins Mossèn Costa i ...
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The Zoo of Barcelona
Although I have a love hate relationship with zoos, I can still remember the feeling I would get when my parents would tell me that we were going to the Zoo. A sudden surge of excitement would come over me, and it wouldn't go away until several days after having been to the zoo. ...
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Cafe Cosmo
This cute little cafe/restaurant is one of my favourite crowd get aways. Although it is right in the middle of the city just off the Rambla de Catalunya, Cafe Cosmo is on a quiet pedestrian street with trees on both sides, and a garden at the end of the walk. Although not a Spanish eatery, ...
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Casa Bonay, Barcelona
Located in the middle of the Eixample Dret, surrounded by the cities most iconic sites lies Casa Bonay. Originally home to the Bonay family, this establishment was built in 1869, and although the building itself has been remodelled countless times, the neoclassical facade remains untouched. Home now to 67 rooms, Casa Bonay boasts of luminous ...
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Santa Caterina Market, Barcelona
Only a 5 minute walk away from the Cathedral of Barcelona, and near the popular shopping area of the portal de Angel, this market is a go-to for the locals. Designed by architects Enric Miralles & Benedetta Tagliabue, this building has become an emblematic building in Barcelona. The sea of colours found on the roof mimic the pigments ...
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Barceloneta - the beach!
This attractive city has a little bit of everything for everyone: hikes around the surrounding mountains and hills, visit attractions in the city, or long walks on the beach. Even though most people are inclined towards one or another, you can't miss visiting the Barceloneta. Although this may not be the most beautiful beach on ...
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Horta Labyrinth
Although this little gem is not directly in the city centre, it is a well kept secret which even the locals are often unaware of. The sound alone of the children playing in the cosy playground at the entrance of the gardens is a warm welcome, and if that weren't enough, on the tops of ...
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El Nacional
Behind every building facade and every shop front there is a story. Not all are worth mentioning, but at the end of a narrow little street, between the grand shops of Paseo de Gracia, is a special space with a story definitely worth telling; it's one of evolving architecture and the preservation of a ...
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TRAVEL
A new breed of 'boutique' youth Hostels
As you might have noticed we do love travelling over here at Babyccino. Being based in Europe, especially Paris, makes it particularly easy to jump on a train, into a car or even a plane and discover new cities and countries. I try to take full advantage of this, but travelling is definitely not cheap, ...
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PLACES TO VISIT
A weekend trip to Barcelona
We just came back from a (long) weekend break in Barcelona, and I really wanted to jot down a few notes about our trip - it was so great! We took the night train from the centre of Paris down to the Spanish border and did one switch onto a train direct into the centre ...
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HOME AND DÉCOR
Nobodinoz in Barcelona
Today I would like to introduce a store I just adore. Nobodinoz in Barcelona. It’s been 5 years since Nobodinoz made its grand opening. They were the first ones that introduced the kid's design world in Spain, and we were so grateful for that. They brought the best design furniture, clothing, equipment... You will find ...
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BABY
Picnik time!
Picnik is a new label from Barcelona and it offers a refreshing take on colours, prints (sweet strawberries), and fabrics (love that vichy check sunsuit!). Pieces are simple and easy to wear, and perfect for sunny summer days. Picnik is available here at Thumbeline, amongst other places. xxx Esther
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