Espanyol vs Villarreal

 

Barcelona Football & Mediterranean Culture

 

Kick off November with a long weekend in Barcelona, soaking up one of Europe’s most vibrant cities while catching a La Liga clash at the RCDE Stadium. It’s Espanyol v Villarreal – Catalonia against the Yellow Submarine, who have stormed into this season in red-hot form.

 

✔️ Return flights from Stansted → Barcelona

✔️ 3 nights (Sat 8 – Tue 11 November)

✔️ Stay at Hotel Upper Diagonal – modern, stylish, and well-located for both city life & the match

✔️ Match ticket included – Espanyol v Villarreal (Sat 9 Nov)

💰 All for just £191pp

 

🏟️ The Match

• Fixture: Espanyol v Villarreal

• Date: Saturday 9 November

• Venue: RCDE Stadium, Barcelona

• Competition: La Liga

 

Espanyol – After a 14th-place finish last season, they’re looking for more consistency. The signing of Tyrhys Dolan from Blackburn adds a fresh attacking spark and a touch of English flair to their squad.

 

Villarreal – Fresh from a 5th-place finish and Champions League qualification, they’ve opened the season on fire: 2 wins from 2, 7 goals scored, none conceded. With their attacking form, this should be an exciting test in Catalonia.

 

🛫 Trip Details

• 📅 Sat 8 – Tue 11 November

• ✈️ Flights: Stansted → Barcelona

• 🏨 Hotel Upper Diagonal – comfortable, modern rooms in a leafy part of the city, with easy metro links to both the stadium and Barcelona’s highlights

• 🚌 Matchday travel is simple via the metro network – we’ll share tips if you need help

 

🌆 Things to Do in Barcelona

 

Plenty of time across this 3-night stay to explore more than just the football:

• Sagrada Família – Gaudí’s world-famous basilica, breathtaking inside and out.

• Camp Nou (Barça’s stadium) – even if Barça are away, tours are worth it for any football fan.

• Park Güell – colourful mosaics, gardens, and panoramic views.

• Barceloneta Beach – enjoy tapas & sangria by the sea.

• Gothic Quarter & El Born – winding streets, hidden squares, and buzzing nightlife.

• Day trips: 🚆 A short train to Sitges for a seaside escape, or to Montserrat for hiking and monastery views.

 

🍴 Food & Drink Highlights

 

Barcelona is a food lover’s dream – here are some must-tries:

• Tapas classics – patatas bravas, croquetas, gambas al ajillo.

• Seafood paella – best enjoyed by the coast with a glass of sangria.

• Cava – Catalonia’s sparkling wine, crisp and refreshing.

• Vermouth – a traditional local aperitif, often served with olives.

• Churros con chocolate – the perfect late-night snack.

 

✅ Trip Summary

🛫 Flights: Stansted → Barcelona

🏨 Stay: Hotel Upper Diagonal

📅 Dates: Sat 8 – Tue 11 November

🎟️ Match: Espanyol v Villarreal

💰 £191pp (flights, hotel, ticket)

 

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