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I am a fan of clothing brands Zara and Mango. Mango is a mass market clothing chain. Zara, on the other hand, does not mass produce (hence, a trip to Zara every week could be very well worth it) and they always have new stuff on their shelves. Both brands offer cheap yet chic clothing.
Anyway, both companies have expanded outside of Spain. And they have taken the rest of Europe and some North American cities by storm.
So… what is my point and what has these clothing chains have anything do with budget travel Europe?
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The Ritz Roger De Lluria Hotel is not exactly what you’d call a budget hotel but how can I say no to a 4-day stay here if the company is paying, right?
But… I did my homework today.  I had a nice and quick conversation with the waiter next door.  And with google’s help, I found the details to support Diego’s tips.  Here they are:

Search for albergues juveniles which means youth hostel in English.  They particularly suggested the Sea Point Youth Hostel which is located near the beach and only 10 minutes away from the La Rambla and the Barcelona Mar.
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