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Asian Film Festival Barcelona - AFFBCNSeventh edition of the festival specialized in Asian cinema organized by Casa Asia. The AFFBCN wants to become a reference event bringing the best filmography of the Asian continent, and facilitate the meeting between professionals of the sector and the film industry. As a novelty this year, the organization has prepared an OFF-festival in which you can see some of the films that will be screened during the festival. This year, more than one hundred films will be screened in four venues: Cinemes Girona, Filmoteca de Catalunya, CaixaForum and B the travel brand Xperience Barcelona.

Touching color. The renewal of pastelThe pastel in front of the venerable oil painting. Why some artists of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries opted for the pastel and claimed it? This exhibition is not intended to be exhaustive but it does try to answer the question posed from an international perspective. Organized in 10 sections, it focuses on the key moments of the pastel revival and the most important painters. "Touching color. The renewal of pastel" consists of 98 works by 68 artists and has been possible thanks to the support of more than seventy providers, both institutions and private collectors.

Salón Náutico Internacional de BarcelonaThe Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (Barcelona International Boat Show), organized by Fira de Barcelona with the collaboration of the National Association of Nautical Companies (ANEN), exhibits the largest and most varied commercial offer in Spain in nautical sports and recreation. This show is the best commercial showcase of Spanish nautical with the presence of the main national and international brands, and is consolidated as the largest professional platform in the sector. In addition to the exhibition of boats and professional meetings, the general public will find activities for all ages such as those held in the Village of Moll d'Espanya (fashion, gastronomy, children's workshops, live music ...), the V Paddle Surf meeting to practice the SUP (Stand Up Paddle), the Paddle Race (competition in open sea in canoe) or the Nit de la Nautica (nautical night) with music, performances, tastings and exclusive activities.

Flashdance at the Teatre Tívoli in BarcelonaThe English production company Selladoor Worldwide has been in charge of bringing back to Barcelona this musical in which 25 artists participate, live musicians and an industrial scenography that evokes the Pittsburgh of the 80s. The musical of FlashDance is a plea for self-improvement and It explains how important it is to keep dreams alive and make them come true. Like Alex Owens did ... that poor 18-year-old girl, when she entered the prestigious dance school at Shipley Dance Academy.

Sitges International Film FestivalThe Sitges Festival will open its 52nd edition on October 3 with a story of the master of terror, Stephen King. In the tall grass (Netflix original), it is the last film by Vincenzo Natali, director of recognized talent that has been celebrated in previous editions of the Festival thanks to titles such as Cube (winner of Sitges 1998). Among the most anticipated titles of the 2019 edition, stands out Rob Zombie 3 From Hell, the return of the Firefly family of The Devil's Renegades, which promises to be one of the Festival's most vibrant sessions.

Festival Cinema JueuThe Festival de Cinema Jueu in Barcelona began its journey in 1999 (this year reaches its 21st edition) with the intention of making known in Barcelona the cinema and culture of Jewish theme. It is a consolidated festival as an integrated and continuous cultural offer of the city, and is the only one of this theme that exists in Spain. The conceptual thread of this 21 edition is to face the past to try to build the present, both from the collective point of view, as well as individually. In this year's edition, 13 films will be screened that, beyond the Jewish accent, also offer a look at contemporary issues.

La Mercè - Barcelona's FestivalDuring the second half of September Barcelona celebrates each year "La Merce", that is, its Festival (Fiesta Mayor, in catalan Festa Major) . It could be defined as a festival of festivals, with a lot of activities and with a popular character. In a week between 1,500,000 and 2,000,000 people will visit different public spaces of the city and enjoy the many cultural activitites, artistic and festive. The city becomes a big stage full of imagination and fantasy. The involvement of a large number of groups and organizations is their big secret. Private Sponsors and coworkers provide their support. And besides, all the proposals, from the most popular to the most sophisticated and minorities, are totally free. The proclamation that will mark the beginning of La Mercè 2019 will be in charge of Manuela Carmena. Mainly known for having been mayor of Madrid.

Fiesta Mayor de PoblenouTen days of music, art and dance, and of course popular culture: Giants (with the emblematic parrot 36), correfocs, castellers, popular meals, children's workshops and sports competitions.

Barcelona Morning Hot Air Balloon Flight with BreakfastA 6-hour experience that begins in Barcelona. They pick you up at your accommodation in the morning and take you to the Montseny Natural Park, an area on the outskirts of the city, included by UNESCO in the world network of biosphere reserves. You will fly in a hot air balloon a thousand meters above the landscape of Catalonia. You will see incredible views of mountains, forests, streams, green hills and fields. After the trip you will enjoy a good traditional Catalan breakfast in a typical country house. Finally, they will take you back to your accommodation.

Private sailing boat trip along the coast of Barcelona | Gemini vintage sailboat 1947We always have a hard time saying the phrase "this is the best", but the trip on the sailboat Gemini from skipper Dave, if not the best, is one of the best. A sailboat tour along the coast of Barcelona that will fill your travel experience coffer with positive emotions and feelings. This nautical excursion is also unique. You will not find another similar option in Barcelona, ​​and at a really good price for what it offers. Built in 1947, this wooden boat will offer you the whole deck to enjoy the sea, the wind, the sky, the sun and the views of Barcelona, ​​as a couple, with family or friends. In your memory will be an unforgettable picture of a city with a long maritime tradition.