The Most Read Free Newspaper

When you visit Barcelona, you can not miss the most read newspaper in town.

‘Metro ‘ is the most popular newspaper in Barcelona. The newspaper is distributed worldwide but it has in Barcelona alone around 354,000 daily readers!

It is amazing to see that it became the most read free newspaper in Barcelona only eight months after its launching.

‘Metro’ publishes articles in 2 languages, Spanish and Catalan. This shows how much it is reflecting the strong cultural identity of the region. For those who are not familiar with the Catalan language, it is spoken in Catalonia which is the industrial heartland of Spain.

The newspaper is unique also in the staff members who are mostly young and enthusiastic, not to mention the lack of male-dominance in the team!

Metro , the international newspaper group, is one of the world’s largest free newspapers, publishing and distributing 21 editions in 15 countries in 13 languages: Stockholm (Metro), Prague (Metro), Gothenburg (Metro), Hungary (Metro), the Netherlands (Metro), Helsinki (Metro), Malmö (Metro), Santiago (Publimetro), Philadelphia (Metro), Zurich (Metropol), Toronto (Metro Today), Rome (Metro), Buenos Aires (Publimetro), Milan (Metro), Warsaw (Metropol), Athens (Metrorama), Montreal (Metro), Barcelona (Metro Directe), Boston (Metro), Madrid (Metro Directo) and Copenhagen (MetroXpress).

New Year’s Eve

I only had 3 minutes to answer the question: Where would you like to be at New Year’s Eve?

New Year

I quickly tried to imagine the most famous ones: from New York Times Square to London, from Berlin to Bahamas, without thinking of budget, of course.
Or maybe Rio de Janeiro: at Copacabana beach the celebrations are the largest in the world. Or at Salt Spring Island, in Canada for the Annual Polar Bear Swim, with water around 4-6C and a Coast Guard offshore and refreshments….
My reply was: Reykjavik Iceland. And you know why? I am fond of fireworks and here almost every family fires its own fireworks. And the deep night becomes one of the biggest firework-shows in the world. Over 1000 tons of fireworks to make you hope in a better New Year.

But, as you well know, there are many more alternatives to Iceland!

Jardin du Luxembourg Paris

garden

One of the most well known parks in the city of Paris, the Jardin du Luxembourg is a perfect place to spend a leisurely afternoon with friends or family. The Jardin du Luxembourg began as a private park in the early 17th century, but was later opened to the public in the 19th century, and has been a favorite spot for the citizens of Paris ever since. The park is done in the classical French garden style throughout, from its statuary and fountains, to the meticulously manicured hedges and flower gardens. Strolling through the many pathways, you will be transported back in time to the Paris of centuries past, and will discover why the local Parisians adore this park so much. There are a number of famous statues to see when visiting, including the Statue of Saint Genevieve; there is also a pair of Baroque fountains, the Fontaine de Medicis and the Fontaine de l’Observatoire. The grand Palais du Luxembourg caps the park at one end, and walking tours are available both of the garden grounds, as well as the palace itself.

Holiday in Rome

When you just need to get away from it all, there is nothing like a holiday in Rome. Whether it is just a short vacation or a long one, you will get all the rest, relaxation, and fun that you want out of a holiday in Rome. There are many hotels that will cater to your every need. You can choose from a plethora or four and five star hotels that will be located next to all of the best tourist attractions. And if you want to skip some of these attractions, you can always find a little hideaway for your holiday in Rome at a hotel in one of the nearby suburbs where you will find peace and quiet. Vacation adventurers will also enjoy a holiday in Rome with all of the things that you can do and see in this great Italian city. Enjoy the wonder of a holiday in Rome the next time you need a vacation.

The City of Romance: Paris, France

Experience the romantic city of Paris France.  I’m sure your girlfriend or spouse has pondered the thought or maybe it has engulfed your dreams a time or two but Paris is as romantic as it looks on TV–even more!  Share a romantic kiss over wine and a spectacular view of the Eiffel Tower.

Though one of the most popular sights in Paris is the Eiffel Tower, the city is a field of historically impressive buildings, museums and monuments.  One of which is the Arc De Triomphe.  Paris is the home of the world’s largest, most crazed roundabout.  You know, one of those really busy round roads where you really have to pay attention or it could mean au revoir to your car.  Jump in, drive out. . .who knows what to do, you’ve got to practice driving through those! 

Visit the bustling isles of the Forum Des Halles to enjoy shopping through the food markets.  This newly renovated structure is a main sight for tourists because of it’s fascinating exterior, constructed of chrome and glass.  Get everything you need to make a romantic French cuisine-inspired dinner for your significant other–wine, cheese, chocolate and seafood are Paris’ specialties.

Though I can’t come close to describing all that Paris has to offer, I can confidently say that it is a breathtaking city that you can’t even begin to accurately imagine.  So grab your date and schedule a couple of flights to the jaw dropping city of Paris, France.

Click here for more information on Paris’ sights, tourists attractions, entertainment and cuisine.