A farmhouse surrounded by nature, a tree house, a room without Wi-Fi or a spa providing massage services. These types of accommodation have something in common: they want you to unwind. Leave your worries behind, forget about that work e-mail you have not been able to send and do not think about what you need to buy for dinner tonight. Choose one of the following and treat yourself to an unforgettable weekend.

Where do eggs come from? What about the meat we eat? If your children are asking themselves these questions, what better way than to take them to find out for themselves? In the regions around Barcelona, several rural houses and farm schools offer the chance to see their work first-hand. Collecting eggs laid by hens, feeding lambs, petting calves or milking a cow are experiences you can enjoy if you decide to try one of the five activities described in this article. This is definitely also well-being or, rather, rural family well-being. Enjoy! 

“Mindfulness, or the non-judgmental focus of one’s attention on one’s own emotions, thoughts and feelings in the present moment, which can be trained through meditation practices drawn from Buddhist anapanasati,” is one of the definitions we find for mindfulness. What happens if we do this amidst the endless vineyard landscapes we have in the regions around Barcelona? Well, magic happens and our attention gets even fuller, because the landscapes also fill us up. Are you ready to discover four amazing places to practise mindfulness and other wellness techniques surrounded by vineyards?

If you want to improve your mood and boost your vitality, treat yourself to some forest bathing! Originating in Japan, forest bathing consists of a short guided walk through a mature forest combined with a series of exercises to activate all the senses and connect deeply with the forest ecosystem. This allows you to absorb phytoncides, volatile substances released by plants to communicate with each other, which we absorb through our breath and skin. Are you ready to feel a unique connection with nature? Here we explain the unique features of four forests in the regions around Barcelona, where you can practice this enlightening technique.

Relaxation, unwinding and calm. If you need to hear these three words as much as you need to drink water, we have the perfect formula for you. Or rather, we have the water that heals. The regions around Barcelona are home to thermal treasures with incredible benefits that will help you unwind like never before, while nourishing your body with the finest minerals and helping it relax from the hectic pace of everyday life.   

The health benefits of the thermal waters in the regions of Barcelona have been well known since ancient Roman times. Fast forward to the late 19^th century and a series of beautiful modernist-style spas were built that still operate today, open to those who wish to make the most of the unique relaxing and therapeutic properties of their waters. Located along the coast or further inland, here are four towns where enjoying the ancient pleasure of thermal waters is once again in vogue, helping you to reconnect with your inner self and look after your body. As the ancient Romans used to say, mens sana in corpore sano.

Do you need to get away from the stress of daily life and reconnect with yourself? Visit the monasteries and sanctuaries of the regions of Barcelona and immerse yourself in total peace and silence. Spend some time in these beautiful buildings, filled with works of art and surrounded by unique landscapes, and your energy levels will be soaring. Welcome to sacred territory!