Private tour in Barcelona Mark W
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***** (((( FULLY OFFICIAL LICENSED GUIDE )))) As an accredited licensed guide, YOU WILL SKIP THE LINES WITH ME. PRIVATE TOURS, COUPLES, FAMILIES, KIDS FRIENDLY!, ARCHITECTURE, ART, WINE & FOODIES Hi, my name is Mark and I am an OFFICIAL LICENSED GUIDE in Barcelona, Catalonia and Spain. I was born and raised in Barcelona and my love for this place has brought me to my true passion: showing you the city and its surroundings. As a fully accredited licensed tour guide, specialized in History, Art and Architecture, I have PRIORITY (skip the lines) access to all monuments, including UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the work of Antoni Gaudi, such as the Sagrada Familia or Park Guell. In almost all cases, you'll skip the lines with me. I am always very flexible and my tours are adapted to shore excursions as well and focus primarily in private tours. I love to tour with couples, friends, single visitors and, as a father of a sweet daughter, families as well. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy (History) of Art and another Bachelor in Information Science (journalism and marketing) and an MBA (Master in Business Administration). I studied in Barcelona, Japan and in the USA, specifically WASHINGTON D. C. It will be a pleasure to show you Barcelona, its Ramblas, Gothic Quarter, Jewish Quarter, SAGRADA FAMILIA, Gaudi. . . and its surroundings, Girona, Dali, Tarragona, Sitges, Costa Brava, Pyrenees. . . In other words: the best of Catalonia and Spain! Please do not hesitate to get in touch with me in order to customize my tours posted in ToursByLocals to your needs. Enjoy your tour in the hands of an expert licensed guide that is passionate about his profession! I am looking forward to Meeting you! Mark SPECIALIZED IN ARCHITECTURE, HISTORY, ART, JEWISH & SEPHARDIC HERITAGE, WINE & FOODIES I have been working as a Tour Guide for nearly 19 years. Here are some of my credentials: * M.B.A., Master In Business Administration, GWU (Washington D.C.) & UPC (Barcelona) * Autunomous University of Barcelona, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), P.h.D. ABD in Philosophy of Art, currently ABD, pending thesis * B.A. in Arts, Philosophy, A. University of Barcelona; specialized in Philosophy of Art * B. A. in Information Science, A. University of Barcelona. * Co-founder of the ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH QUARTERS IN CATALONIA * Sommelier studies: INCAVI (2000) and currently Level 2 sommelier at Wine Education Trust based in London, WSET * Member of AGUICAT (Association of Licensed Guides in Barcelona) * Member of AELC, Writers in Catalan Language Any tour can be enhanced with private transport and other services. Flexibility is always a must as an official licensed guide. Just ask!
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I have always considered the Costa Brava as one of the most beautiful parts of Catalonia and Spain. It is nearby Barcelona and the closest town can be reached in 90 minutes. You will be visiting the amazing Medieval town of Girona, with its Jewish quarter. It is one of the best preserved Jewish Quarters in Catalonia and Spain. Before or after the visit to Girona (depending on traffic and weather), we'll visit the famous Costa Brava. Costa Brava means "wild coast", as it consists of cliffs and coves. There, we will be visiting one of the most beautiful coastal towns in the country. It's a full day tour with a guide and Private Van with a capacity of 6 people + guide. The van is offered free of charge as an amicable detail in order to get to the different places and is not of the cost structure or contract.
What a magnificent tour. From vistas of the Mediterranean, fortress ruins, Roman walls and a magnificent church. It was a walk through time. Mark was not only a guide but brought the history to life for me. And the ability to stroll the beautiful streets of Girona made the day remarkable. I cannot recommend this tour enough with Mark as a guide.
Mark is an absolutely outstanding guide. He deserves as many stars as are in the sky. We had the best day of our Barcelona week with him. Costa Brava is beautiful but to really appreciate it and it’s history you need a guide like Mark. His historical knowledge of Catalonia and the surrounding regions is unsurpassed. Our visit to Girona is one we will always remember. Thank you Mark for such an unforgettable tour! Your clients are lucky to have you. IS
What a great day and such beautiful scenery. Mark led us on a great tour of Girona and Casa Brava areas. He is a wealth of the knowledge and such a friendly and good tour guide. Would highly recommend.
Mark was very organized and well prepared. His knowledge of the history of Girona was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed the Jewish quarter and the Costa Brava area is just absolutely beautiful. A great tour!
Mark W was a fantastic guide. Knowledgeable, polite and knew Barcelona. Very impressive education and background; we learned so much! History, architecture and knowledge of both Barcelona and the Costa Brava area. Highly recommend! We felt very lucky to be with him. And given the heavy raining in the afternoon, he was flexible in doing a driving tour rather than the walking tour. Great person, really put in the effort and was so willing to make our tour fit our needs. Thank you Mark!
An excellent tour. Mark was very informative and personal.
-First, we'll drive to the province of Girona, North of Barcelona. -Depending on the weather conditions and starting time, we'll do Girona or Costa Brava first. It takes about 90 minutes to get to any of the two places. -We'll reach the beautiful town of Girona, whith its perfectly preserved old Medieval town & Jewish Quarter. -We'll drive to the coast, where we will be visiting one of the last walled cities of this part of the Mediterranian sea. -In between the two sites, you will enjoy free time for quick lunch. -Driving back to Barcelona takes about an hour and a half.
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A private, very spacious van with leather seats and AC The van is offered free of charge in order to allow us to get to the places of the tour. The van is offered as an amicable detail in order to get to the different places and is not of the cost structure or contract.
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