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Why We Bring Places Home

There is a curious ritual that happens towards the end of almost every journey.

We start looking for something to bring home.

Sometimes it is deliberate. We buy a postcard, a print, a ceramic bowl or something made locally. Sometimes it is almost accidental: a ticket we cannot quite bring ourselves to throw away, a shell found on a beach, a restaurant card slipped into a pocket.

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Fireworks illuminating the skyline of Sitges during the Festa Major celebrations, one of the town’s most important cultural traditions.

The Little Town That Chose Freedom

Every June, rainbow flags begin to appear across Sitges.Visitors arrive from around the world. Beaches become livelier, terraces stay busy long into the evening, and the town prepares for another edition of Sitges Pride, taking place this year from June 10th to June 14th, 2026.For many people, Sitges is now synonymous with Pride, inclusivity and... … Read more

Sagrada Familia 2026: When a Monument Changes the Image

Sagrada Familia 2026: When a Monument Changes the Image

The Sagrada Familia has always existed somewhere between past and future.For more than a century, it has stood in Barcelona as an unfinished masterpiece, instantly recognizable yet constantly evolving. Generations of visitors have discovered it in slightly different states, each version quietly shaping how the monument lives in memory.And then, recently, something changed.A New Silhouette... … Read more

Discovering Postcrossing: When a Postcard Travels the World

Discovering Postcrossing: When a Postcard Travels the World

A Chance Encounter in Barcelona: Discovering PostcrossingSometimes the most interesting discoveries begin with a simple conversation.A few days ago, in our Myretroposter gallery in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, we had the pleasure of meeting Mildred Ashley, a visitor who had just left us a kind review. During our conversation she mentioned something I had never heard... … Read more

This retro-style poster of Sitges main beach captures the joy and color of summer — a visual celebration of the happiest beach in the world.

Sitges Named the Happiest Beach in the World, and We Couldn’t Agree More

What makes a beach happy? Smiles, sun, and a sense of belonging.According to a recent international study led by UK-based travel company CV Villas, Sitges tops the list asthe happiest beach in the world.Using AI facial recognition software to analyze over 1,000 Instagram photos taken at 103 beaches worldwide, the study ranked each destination based on the number of visible smiles.Sitges scored an incredible 98.42 out of 100, beating out icons like Praia da Falésia in Portugal and Port de Sóller in Mallorca.Behind the numbers lies something locals and regular visitors already know: Sitges radiates joy, not just from its natural beauty, but from its spirit.What Makes Sitges So Special?Situated just 35 km southwest of Barcelona, Sitges has long been cherished for its welcoming vibe, Mediterranean charm, and cultural richness.Visitors consistently highlight its calm, swimmable sea, beautiful promenade, sunny weather, lively festivals, and vibrant food and art scenes.But Sitges is more than a postcard-perfect town. It’s a feeling. A warm breeze. A freedom to be yourself. A smile you didn’t know you needed.It’s no wonder it’s now officially the happiest beach in the world.A Gallery at the Heart of the World’s Happiest Beach TownAt Myretroposter, we’re not just inspired by Sitges, we’re rooted in it. Our gallery sits just a few steps from the iconic Sant Bartomeu church, in the... … Read more

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