The ‘cultural capital of Europe’, Barcelona, has been ranked as the 8th best destination in the world by the well respected travel site, TripAdvisor.

1. Barcelona: The 8th Best Destination in the World
Barcelona, has been ranked as the 8th best
destination in the world by the well respected travel
site, TripAdvisor. The site released its annual
‘Travelers’ Choice Awards Top 25 Destinations in
the World’ last month, and with many people who
heavily rely on the wealth of information supplied
by TripAdvisor, this survey has been highly anticipated within the travel community.
Barcelona, located in Catalonia, Spain, is a city best known for its distinctive Gaudí
architecture, lively club scene and historic sites, and is now recognized as one of the best
places to travel in 2012.
Barcelona: A Solid Favorite
Barcelona remains to be a favorite holiday destination among young tourists, as well as
families, based on the TripAdvisor Awards. Last year, the Catalan capital grabbed the #9
position on the ‘Top 10 Food and Wine Cities in Europe’, but this year Barcelona rose one
position to secure the #8 spot on the ‘ Top 25 Destinations in the World’, ranking just below
London, New York and Paris.
TripAdvisor, a well respected travel site and the largest in the world, with more than 20 million
members in over 30 countries allows users to vote on topics ranging from top destinations for
vacations, to the best family hotels, to the best beach destinations. What sets TripAdvisor
apart from the rest is its variety of content, which includes advice and ratings, and its easily
accessible platforms, allowing destinations to be voted upon by real travelers.
A major cultural center since the Middle Ages, Barcelona attracts million of tourists annually.
According to BarcelonaTurisme.com, a record-breaking 7.45 million tourists visited the city in
2011. Its superb location on the Mediterranean coast, alongside its multiple beaches,
delectable cuisine, buzzing nightlife and some of the most preserved historical sites in Europe,
makes Barcelona an ideal vacation spot. The city even outranked other popular destinations in
the awards, including Berlin, Florence, Buenos Aires, Sydney and Prague.
Apartment Barcelona
For visitors who choose Barcelona as the destination for their next vacation, there is a range of
comfortable and affordable accommodation in the city to choose from. Apartment Barcelona
has over 500 apartments available to rent in and around the city. From Ramblas apartments to
beach apartments in Barcelona, those coming to the city - whether on vacation, a business
trip or simply a short break - can select their accommodation from a variety of Barcelona
apartments in a range of styles and sizes. They will also have access to a staff of Barcelona
experts, who are more than happy to help travelers find the perfect apartment in Barcelona.