The Event

Two of the most fierce rivals in world football will meet on the famous Camp Nou Stadium on 2 April 2016 in arguably the biggest and best fixture on the world football calendar, El Clasico. Football fans will have the chance to see Real Madrid take on Barcelona on their home turf, as the two teams vie for the 2015-2016 La Liga top spot. Lionel Messi is also expected to show off his footwork mastery alongside Iniesta, Luis Suarez and Neymar. ‘The Galactics’ will stand strong with players such as Sergio Ramos, Kroos, Benzema and Ronaldo.

Meliá Barcelona Sarrià

Sports fans will be accommodated at the five star Meliá Barcelona Sarrià (or similar), located on the famous Av. Diagonal, just a short drive from Camp Nou Stadium. Nearby, travellers may also visit the famous Paseo de Gracia and La Pedrera, Sagrada Familia and Parque Güell.

The 27 square-metre rooms feature elegant sleek furnishings, complimentary Wi-Fi, bathroom with marble finishing, desk, 42” LED SmartTV, air conditioning, electronic safe, minibar, hairdryer, magnifying mirror and individual bathrobe and slippers.

A breakfast room serves up an extensive international buffet, including a regional corner and show-cooking stations, while Mediterranean cuisine may enjoyed at the UNO Restaurant. The hotel is also home to the Cheese Bar Barcelona Poncelet, boasting a menu including 140 cheeses from the 17 regions of Spain and 8 European countries.

For relaxation and pampering, guests may head to the YHI Wellness spa centre offering a sauna, Turkish baths, water circuits, heated pool with whirlpool and massage rooms.

Groupon’s Guide to Barcelona

Set on the Mediterranean coast, between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat and Besòs, the Catalonian capital allures guests with a rich cultural heritage, trade exhibitions and street entertainment.

Cultural wonder seekers will rejoice in admiring UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the architectural works of Antoni Gaudí and Lluís Domènech i Montaner, including world-renowned La Sagrada Familia. Live music fans can take a walk down venues such as Razzmatazz and Apolo, while classical music lovers can take advantage of the many concert halls this city has to offer, from The Gran Teatre del Liceu to the modernista Palau de la Música Catalana. Ramblers can climb the Montjuïic and revel in a panoramic view of the city, followed by more chill-out time spent sipping a cocktail at the outdoor bars and cafes along La Rambla. To make the most of the Spanish experience, tourists can head to flamenco talent display sites and witness genuine spectacles from internationally acclaimed dancers.