The colorful image of balconies and buildings covered in senyeras, the yellow and red striped Catalan flag, every September 11th marks the day Catalans celebrate the National Day of Catalonia or Diada.

 As announced mid July by President Mariano Rajoy, Spain will see a general increase in taxation as of Spetember 1st, 2012. For your information see the detailed list published by the Agencia Tributaria - Spanish revenue office, below.

As every year the District of Gràcia is the center of attention in Barcelona, whether you are a resident or visiting, this week long celebration is a must for fiesta enthusiasts.

Entrepreneurs and freelancers need not fight for the only plug in sight at the local café anymore - a new kind of workplace is here and in the form of a bonding global movement.