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W. Frank: /* By bike */ correct external links format

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‎By bike: correct external links format

W. Frank: /* Get around */

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‎Get around

W. Frank: /* Barcelona International Airport */

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‎Barcelona International Airport

W. Frank at 20:14, 18 May 2013

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W. Frank at 20:12, 18 May 2013

2013-05-18T20:12:12Z

W. Frank: final attempt at avoiding "squeezed worm syndrome"

2013-05-18T20:10:07Z

final attempt at avoiding "squeezed worm syndrome"

W. Frank at 20:07, 18 May 2013

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W. Frank: another attempt to avoid "squeezed worm syndrome"

2013-05-18T20:05:53Z

another attempt to avoid "squeezed worm syndrome"

W. Frank: Force better position for ToC to avoid "squeezed worm syndrome" and more

2013-05-18T19:57:27Z

Force better position for ToC to avoid "squeezed worm syndrome" and more

93.133.137.138: /* Taxis and transfer services */

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‎Taxis and transfer services

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 ===By bike===
-*[[http://www.bajabikes.eu/en/highlights-in-barcelona-bike-tour Baja Bikes]]. Guided bike tours in English, Dutch, German and English. A 3&nbsp;hr bike tour which includes all the highlights of Barcelona!
+*[http://www.bajabikes.eu/en/highlights-in-barcelona-bike-tour Baja Bikes]. Guided bike tours in English, Dutch, German and English. A 3&nbsp;hr bike tour which includes all the highlights of Barcelona!
 *[http://www.barcelonetabikes.com  Barceloneta Bikes]. One of the cheapest places to rent a bike in the city. Very close to the harbour and the beaches, this company has different kinds of bikes you can choose to rent, but it doesn't organize tours.

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 * The '''Barcelona ComboPass®''' [http://www.conciergerie.com/barcelona/pass/barcelona-combo-pass.php] is a combo pass deal available for periods from 2 to 5 days and includes the benefits of the Barcelona Card described above, Hop on/off Bus Turistic and Montjuic cable car.
 ===By bike===
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 *[http://www.terradiversions.com Terra Diversions]. Bicycle hire in Barcelona city center: You can rent a bike or do a tour. Big selection of city bikes, mountain bikes, hybrid bikes, road bikes and children bikes in different sizes.
 === By car ===

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 *'''Departure gates:''' For T2, poorly conditioned at ground level (at least gate #57, sector 2A, after 23:00). T1 is hyper-modern and comfortable.
-*'''Wi-Fi''': Available throughout the airport, operated by KubiWireless [http://www.kubiwireless.com/]: 15&nbsp;min for free if you click in the blue option. Or €7.5 for 45&nbsp;min, €9 for 1&nbsp;hr, €15 for 24&nbsp;hr. You must provide a valid cell phone number, to receive the password via Text Message.
+*'''Wi-Fi''': Available throughout the airport, operated by [http://www.kubiwireless.com/ KubiWireless]. 15&nbsp;min for free if you click in the blue option. or €7.50 for 45&nbsp;min, €9 for 1&nbsp;hr, €15 for 24&nbsp;hr. You must provide a valid cell phone number, to receive the password via text message.
 =====Terminals=====

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 In 1992, Barcelona gained international recognition by hosting the Olympic games which brought a massive upturn in its tourism industry.
 This had the effect of changing the city in ways that are still felt today with neighbourhoods renovated (and in some cases levelled) and the intense focus of modern design permeating all aspects of life in Barcelona from public buildings to something as simple as a park bench or an event poster.
 For visitors, this has translated into the very modern, yet incredibly old city you see now in the 21st century, where the new elements work to both preserve and celebrate the ancient.

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 This city, located directly on the northeastern Mediterranean coast of Spain, has a rich history dating back at least 2,000 years when it gained prominence as a Roman town under its old name, ''Barcino''.
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-In 1992, Barcelona gained international recognition by hosting the Olympic games which brought a massive upturn in its tourism industry. This had the effect of changing the city in ways that are still felt today with neighbourhoods renovated (and in some cases levelled) and the intense focus of modern design permeating all aspects of life in Barcelona from public buildings to something as simple as a park bench or an event poster.
+This had the effect of changing the city in ways that are still felt today with neighbourhoods renovated (and in some cases levelled) and the intense focus of modern design permeating all aspects of life in Barcelona from public buildings to something as simple as a park bench or an event poster.
 For visitors, this has translated into the very modern, yet incredibly old city you see now in the 21st century, where the new elements work to both preserve and celebrate the ancient.

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-[[Image:La_Rambla_Barcelona.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|View of La Rambla, Barcelona]]
+[[Image:La_Rambla_Barcelona.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.6|View of La Rambla, Barcelona]]
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 '''Barcelona''' is [[Spain]]'s second largest city, with a population of nearly one and half million people (nearly five million in the metropolitan area) and the capital and largest city of [[Catalonia]].
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 This city, located directly on the northeastern Mediterranean coast of Spain, has a rich history dating back at least 2,000 years when it gained prominence as a Roman town under its old name, ''Barcino''.
 In 1992, Barcelona gained international recognition by hosting the Olympic games which brought a massive upturn in its tourism industry. This had the effect of changing the city in ways that are still felt today with neighbourhoods renovated (and in some cases levelled) and the intense focus of modern design permeating all aspects of life in Barcelona from public buildings to something as simple as a park bench or an event poster.
 For visitors, this has translated into the very modern, yet incredibly old city you see now in the 21st century, where the new elements work to both preserve and celebrate the ancient.

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	'''Barcelona''' is [[Spain]]'s second largest city, with a population of nearly one and half million people (nearly five million in the metropolitan area) and the capital and largest city of [[Catalonia]].		'''Barcelona''' is [[Spain]]'s second largest city, with a population of nearly one and half million people (nearly five million in the metropolitan area) and the capital and largest city of [[Catalonia]].

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-[[Image:La_Rambla_Barcelona.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8|View of La Rambla, Barcelona]]
+[[Image:La_Rambla_Barcelona.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|View of La Rambla, Barcelona]]
 '''Barcelona''' is [[Spain]]'s second largest city, with a population of nearly one and half million people (nearly five million in the metropolitan area) and the capital and largest city of [[Catalonia]]. This city, located directly on the northeastern Mediterranean coast of Spain, has a rich history dating back at least 2,000 years when it gained prominence as a Roman town under its old name, ''Barcino''.
 In 1992, Barcelona gained international recognition by hosting the Olympic games which brought a massive upturn in its tourism industry. This had the effect of changing the city in ways that are still felt today with neighbourhoods renovated (and in some cases levelled) and the intense focus of modern design permeating all aspects of life in Barcelona from public buildings to something as simple as a park bench or an event poster. For visitors, this has translated into the very modern, yet incredibly old city you see now in the 21st century, where the new elements work to both preserve and celebrate the ancient.
-This beautiful city is full of what European cities are known for (outdoor markets, restaurants, shops, museums and churches) and is fantastic for walking with an extensive and reliable Metro system for more far-flung destinations.  The core center of town, focused around the ''Ciutat Vella'' ("Old City") provides days of enjoyment for those looking to experience the life of Barcelona while the beaches the city was built upon provide sun and relaxation during the long periods of agreeably warm weather.
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 [[Image:Barcelona_Sunset.jpg|thumb|Sunset in Barcelona]]
 [[File:Gracia Barcelona.jpg|thumb|[[Gràcia]]]]
 ===When to visit===
 August is probably the busiest time in Barcelona; at the same time about 10% of shops and restaurants can be found closed from mid-August to early September, when the owners go on vacations. In the centre of Barcelona you will find most shops and restaurants open. However there will still be plenty of tourists. Barcelona has decent enough beaches but the locals will really appreciate it if visitors do not consider it a beach resort and don't wear beachwear when visiting churches, restaurants, etc.
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 ===By plane===
-Low cost carriers include : [http://www.norwegian.com Norwegian], [http://www.airberlin.com Air Berlin], [http://www.monarch.co.uk Monarch Airlines], [http://www.jet2.com Jet2.com] , [http://www.vueling.com Vueling] (a discount subsidiary of ''Iberia''), Wizz Air, [http://www.easyjet.com easyJet], [http://www.ryanair.com Ryanair] , [http://www.blueair-web.com Blue Air], [http://www.transavia.com Transavia], [http://www.germanwings.com Germanwings], [http://www.tui-fly.com TUI Fly] among many others.
+Low cost carriers include : [http://www.norwegian.com Norwegian], [http://www.airberlin.com Air Berlin], [http://www.monarch.co.uk Monarch Airlines], [http://www.jet2.com Jet2.com], [http://www.vueling.com Vueling] (a discount subsidiary of ''Iberia''), Wizz Air, [http://www.easyjet.com easyJet], [http://www.ryanair.com Ryanair] , [http://www.blueair-web.com Blue Air], [http://www.transavia.com Transavia], [http://www.germanwings.com Germanwings], [http://www.tui-fly.com TUI Fly] among many others.
 ====Barcelona International Airport====
 [http://www.aena.es/csee/Satellite?pagename=subHome&Language=EN_GB&c=Page&SiteName=BCN&cid=1045569607459 Barcelona-El Prat International Airport] ({{IATA|BCN}}, {{ICAO|LEBL}}), is a major transport hub and flights land from all over Europe and beyond.
 =====Terminals=====
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 [[Image:AirportBarcelona.jpg|thumb|at the gate]]
-'''T1''', the new terminal, opened in June 2009 and hosts Iberia, Air Europa and a variety of major international airlines, including Singapore Airlines, Qatar, Pakistan Intl., Emirates, Delta Air Lines, US Airways, American Airlines, Air Canada, Avianca, Aerolíneas Argentinas, Alitalia, CSA, SAS, TAP, Lufthansa, Austrian, Air France, KLM, British Airways, LOT, Tarom, etc.
+'''T1''', the newer terminal, hosts Iberia, Air Europa and a variety of major international airlines, including Singapore Airlines, Qatar, Pakistan Intl., Emirates, Delta Air Lines, US Airways, American Airlines, Air Canada, Avianca, Aerolíneas Argentinas, Alitalia, CSA, SAS, TAP, Lufthansa, Austrian, Air France, KLM, British Airways, LOT, Tarom, etc.
-Sectors A, B and C of '''T2''' are all within fairly easy walking distance of each other. '''T2 B''' is used by a large number of smaller carriers and low cost airlines.
+Sectors A, B and C of '''T2''' are all within fairly easy walking distance of each other.
-'''T2 C''' is smallest and hosts EasyJet.
+*'''T2 B''' is used by a large number of smaller carriers and low cost airlines.
-'''T2 A''' is now only for some charter flights.
+*'''T2 C''' is smallest and hosts EasyJet.
 Please be aware that you can check in for your flight only at the respective terminal T1 or T2 and, since they are 7&nbsp;km apart and there is little information available at the train station and bus stops, '''it's good to know which terminal you need before arriving at the airport'''! [http://www.aena-aeropuertos.es/csee/Satellite/Aeropuerto-Barcelona/en/Page/1045569607351//Departures.html AENA] provides information about the allocation of airlines to terminals.
-=====Transfer to/from the airport=====
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 The airport is only about 12-14&nbsp;km away from the city centre.
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 *[http://www.barcelonaairporttaxis.com Barcelona Airport Taxis] offers a taxi (up to 4 people) for €59 and a microbus (up to 7 people) for €79
 *[https://easyprivatetaxi.com Easy Private Taxi] offers a car (up to 4 people) for €40 and a minibus (up to 8 people) for €60
 ====Nearby airports====

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 *[http://www.barcelonaairporttaxis.com Barcelona Airport Taxis] offers a taxi (up to 4 people) for €59 and a microbus (up to 7 people) for €79
-*[https://easyprivatetaxi.com Easy Private Taxi] offers a car (up to 4 people) for €40 and a minibus (up to 8 people) for €60</li>
+*[https://easyprivatetaxi.com Easy Private Taxi] offers a car (up to 4 people) for €40 and a minibus (up to 8 people) for €60
 =====Misc info=====