fabulous location, close to Metro links and train station, as well as the tram which runs in this area. It is a little out of the central part of the city, but we prefer this, as we prefer to be living amongst locals than tourists. Marcos arranged for someone to meet us at the nearest train station, and walk us to the apartment, and was always on hand by mobile phone to ask questions. We walked into the centre of the city several times .. it took about 45 minutes. We walked to Port Forum in the north, which took about the same time. At Port Forum there is a huge Decathlon store, but also a lovely restaurant on the marina front called Port Nautic where we had a fabulous Menu del Dia. Transport is cheap (one euro per trip per person) so we jumped on and off the Metro and tram regularly to get about. Opposite the flat is a shopping centre, with supermarket which is very handy. My children loved the crepe / gelateria shop on the ground floor, and the lady there was very friendly. We found a friendly bar in Pueblo Nou, just 10 minutes walk from the flat, which also served food. The name is Brisas sin Prisa. It is on the main Rambla, which is a lovely walk, particularly on an evening. There is a really funny waiter there called Osam and he made us feel very welcome. Barcelona is a wonderful city, very walkable, with lots to see and do, for all ages. Our boys (12 and 13) loved the young feel of the city, and particularly enjoyed visiting Camp Nou to watch the Barca / Grenada match. We stayed 5 nights and we really felt this was the right length of time.