Visa Requirements
You can easily apply for this visa at the consulate of your destination country. Visa rules and exceptions depend on your nationality and the purpose of your trip. To check if you need a visa to cross Spanish borders, please visit the official European Union website using the link below.
INVITATIONS
Your local embassy or consulate might ask for an official invitation letter to confirm your travel plans before issuing a Schengen visa.
Alfa provides signed invitation letters to support your application. Reach out to ruth@atlas-network.com.
Transportation
Airport Transfers
We highly recommend catching a traditional taxi right outside the terminal for trips to and from the airport. Please note that ride-hailing services like Uber do not operate as official airport shuttles in Barcelona.
Getting Around Barcelona
While traditional taxis work perfectly for airport transfers, we suggest skipping them inside the city center. For reliable rides and fair pricing during your stay, use apps like Taxxilo or Uber. Download these to your mobile device for quick, simple travel around town.
Food and drinks
Catalan cuisine captures the true essence of the Mediterranean coast. Local dishes blend slow-cooked meats, spiced stews, fresh seafood, and seasonal ingredients. Tasting these traditional flavors is an absolute must during your visit, right alongside exploring the local museums and beaches.
Spain's most famous rice dish is a true staple of Catalan cooking. With its crispy caramelized crust, bright rice, and juicy seafood, this meal is unmissable.
This simple, delicious treat features toasted bread rubbed with fresh tomatoes, finished with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Enjoy it plain or top it with local cheese and cured meats.
This regional take on crème brûlée stands out by adding the bright, fresh flavor of Valencian oranges.
Catalonia produces Cava, a famous sparkling wine. Winemakers use traditional methods, creating the signature bubbles through a second fermentation right inside the bottle.
This fun punch mixes red wine and fresh chopped fruit. Visitors absolutely love it, and you will spot plenty of locals enjoying a refreshing glass, too.