The 10 best beaches in Barcelona

Barcelona has a whopping seven kilometers of sandy beaches, all perfect for a morning of splashing, but for a less urban backdrop and more towel space, there are dozens of easily accessible alternatives just north and south of the city. Train lines skirt the beaches in both directions, although you’ll need a car if you … Read more

The best beach hotels in Italy for a spring break

The location of Hotel Santa Caterina is truly breathtaking and almost looks as if it has been carved straight out of the rock face The Italian boot is surrounded by almost 8,000 kilometers of coastline – from the sandy beaches of the Adriatic Sea to the sinuous waves and dizzying cliffs of the Tyrrhenian Sea. … Read more