BARCELONA COASTLINE

Explore Barcelona and Costa Brava hidden gems, savor tapas, dance in the streets, and live your best life

June 14 - 20, 2026

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Join me and a group of fellow diabetics for 7 unforgettable days exploring Barcelona and the iconic Costa Brava.

This is a unique opportunity to discover the city and nearby seaside towns through the eyes of someone who lives and breathes it.

I love Barcelona so much that I moved here, and I can’t wait to show you why.

Wander vibrant streets full of life, savor tapas at tucked-away spots, dance to Spanish music, and relax by the sparkling Mediterranean.

I’ve curated an insider itinerary that blends art, Spanish culture, and coastal beauty. Explore stunning plazas, marvel at Gaudí’s masterpieces, uncover hidden cafés, and watch sunsets that make every moment magical, all while soaking up the city’s energy at your own pace.

With just 12 spots, this trip is intimate, personal, and effortless. You’ll enjoy insider access, local guidance, and the freedom to explore, all while connecting with others who truly understand what it’s like to live with diabetes.

P.S: The Sagrada Familia is due to be finalised in 2026, making this trip even more special and iconic.

T R I P I T I N E R A R Y

DAY 1. BIENVENIDA A ESPAÑA!

You’ll be picked up with the DTN® crew by a private driver from the Barcelona International Airport BCN and transferred to our hotel. You’ll have some time to settle in and unwind before meeting all of your new travel friends at the welcome dinner! 

Meals included: Dinner

DAY 2. GAUDI WORK OF ART: SAGRADA FAMILIA & PARK GUEL

Today is all about Gaudí ! We’ll start the morning with a visit to La Sagrada Familia, Gaudí’s most famous masterpiece due to be finished in 2026, where you’ll marvel at the stunning facades and the kaleidoscope of light inside the nave. Afterward, we’ll enjoy some free time for lunch before heading to Park Güell to wander through Gaudí’s whimsical architecture and astonishing gardens. After soaking in the art, culture, and views, we’ll return to have a spanish dinner, full of inspiration and unforgettable memories from a day immersed in Barcelona’s beauty.

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 3. BARCELONA CITY AND TAPAS

This morning, we’ll explore Barcelona’s city center on foot, wandering the 1,000-year-old streets and pedestrian alleyways of the Gothic Quarter, visiting the Cathedral, medieval quarter, La Rambla, and El Born while tracing the city’s history from Roman Barcino to Modernisme. We’ll stop for a healthy lunch at my favoutire lunch place in Barcelona: Flaks & Kale, enjoying fresh, nourishing dishes. The afternoon is free to explore or shop before we reconvene for a tapas dinner, visiting unique a spot to sample creative bites, to discover the region culinary heritage. With our bellies full, we’ll stroll back to the hotel for the night.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4. GIRONA

We’ll start our day by traveling north to the enchanting city of Girona, checking in at our hotel before enjoying a quick lunch. In the afternoon, our walking tour begins along the iconic Onyar River, where pastel-colored houses define the city’s charm, before winding through the historic, pedestrian-only streets of the old town. We will explore the labyrinthine Jewish Quarter (“el Call”), one of the best-preserved in the world, and visit the awe-inspiring 11th-century Cathedral, famed for having the widest Gothic nave in the world.

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5. CAMI DE RONDA & BOAT TOUR!

Today we embark on a scenic 2 hour coastal walk along the hidden gem of the Camí de Ronda, a path that winds along the Mediterranean from France to the Strait of Gibraltar. Our leisurely walk begins at the postcard-perfect El Golfet beach, meandering through Mediterranean path, and stopping at the charming village of Calella de Palafrugell, renowned for its white-washed fishing homes and lively Havaneres music. From Llafranc, we drive down to an iconic Spanish Coastal Town: Sitges, check in at our 4-star hotel, relax, and later gather for a one of a kind boat tour and delightful dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6. FREE DAY IN SITGES BABY

Today is a FREE DAY! Do whatever you like. Explore the beautiful town of Sitges, relax by the beach, or go shopping.

We will meet at the accommodation at 7 p.m for our goodbye dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 7. HASTA LUEGO!

After breakfast, you will get on a drive back to Barcelona International Airport (BCN) with the group and say goodbye to your new lifelong friends! See you next time!

Meals included: Breakfast

D E T A I L S

A C C O M M O D A T I O N

Each 4-star accommodation has been handpicked for its design, comfort, and prime location, putting you in the heart of the action while offering a stylish base to recharge between adventures.

  1. BARCELONA: 3 nights at Hotel Midmost or similar. Centrally located this hotel offers a sleek and vibrant retreat where style meets convenience and the city’s pulse becomes your own.

  2. GIRONA: 1 night at Hotel Nord 1901 or similar. Your hotel captures the city’s charm while providing a modern, lively base to immerse yourself in the local culture.

  3. SITGES: 2 nights of bliss at the Sabàtic Sitges Hotel or similar, a coastal sanctuary from Marriott where Mediterranean sophistication meets effortless ease. Steps from the sparkling sea, it’s the perfect place to soak up the sun, stroll along the vibrant promenade, and savor Sitges’ energetic yet relaxed vibe.

Each stay is more than a room. It is a carefully chosen experience, reflecting Spain’s soul, style, and spirit, and the ideal base to recharge in between adventures.

Hotel Midmost, Barcelona

Hotel Nord 1908, Girona

Sabàtic Hotel, Sitges

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I N V E S T M E N T

June 14 to 20, 2026 (7 days, 6 nights)

Note: PRIVATE ROOMS ARE SOLD OUT. Double shared occupancy remaining.

Your full experience, as detailed above, is included in your investment listed below. All prices are in GBP.

WHY TRAVEL WITH US

Travel with people who get it. Group trips made by T1D for T1D

Unlike many group travel experiences, we prioritize small groups, thoughtful itineraries, and diabetes-friendly planning. From carb-counted dinners to schedules designed for smooth blood sugar management, every detail is considered so you can explore freely with confidence. We work with trusted accommodations, local partners, and vendors who understand diabetes needs, giving you peace of mind as you explore the world.

Each DTN escape is crafted with care and designed so diabetes takes as little as possible space in your mind: combining breathtaking destinations, seamless itinerary, and a community of like-minded diabetics who truly get it. With us, you can travel confidently, connect deeply, and experience the world without limits. Because at DTN, you’re not just traveling, you’re reclaiming your freedom, one destination at a time.

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MEET YOUR GUIDE

MEET YOUR GUIDE

meet your Guide

Julie Kiefer

T1D travel expert & founder of the Diabetic Travelers Network

T1D for 28 years, I spent a decade traveling the world and building a thriving life abroad. As an athlete (triathlon, swimming), I’m living proof that diabetes can be a small detail in your life. I’m living proof that you don’t have to shrink your life around T1D. You get to take your power back and live life on your terms.

I coach T1Ds to rise from the weight of restriction and overwhelm and step into their most vibrant, empowered, and limitless selves. Through nutrition, blood sugar mastery, personal power work, and world-class adventures, I help you become the person who doesn’t just manage diabetes; she lives unapologetically fearless and free with it.

Whether it's through my signature program, Fearless & Free, or our boutique adventures around the world, my work is all about helping you adapt diabetes to your life desires, travel the world with ease, and eat food you truly love, unbound by type 1 diabetes.

Your diagnosis may have changed your path, but it didn’t change who you are. I believe that diabetes is a strength and that travel is a catalyst for growth.

This life of freedom you crave? It is yours to claim.


It’s time. Together, we rise.

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Simply click the button below to sign up. When you do, you’ll receive a travel agreement to review and sign. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact my team at info@diabetictravelersnetwork.com. I am looking forward to seeing you in Spain!