Simon Harris

Going Native in Catalonia Simon Harris

If you're planning to stay in Catalonia and want the most authentic experience you can get then it pays to be prepared. Much more than a tourist guide, listing the usual attractions for the casual tourist, Going Native in Catalonia digs deep beneath this nation's psyche to give you a warts-and-all induction into the Catalan way of life. Inside you will discover: ? why Catalonia is not just another part of Spain ? the quirks of the Catalan people and language ? a brief history of Catalonia and its politics ? intimate guided tours of key towns and cities ? advice for short, long and medium term stays ? personal photographs from the author's travels ? Catalan culture, art, style and partying ? witty anecdotes and interesting facts to share ? the inside scoop on Catalonia's culinary delights ? tips on 'going native' yourself and living there ? much, much more... 'Going Native' guides are written with a rare type of traveller in mind... longer term visitors who want to become a true part of their new home. So, whether your stay is a month or a lifetime this guide will give you everything the tourist travel guides won't.