EuroGames 2008 in Barcelona: "Come South, Play with us!"
From the 24th to the 27th of July this year, it's going to be worthy to book accommodation in Barcelona for few days as the city will be the European Sport, Diversity and Tolerance capital. The city will hold the famous EuroGames.
This annual European sports event, under the patronage of the European Gay & Lesbian Sport Federation (EGLSF), is the biggest athletic event for homosexual, bisexual and transgender people in Europe. If you want to be part of the event, "Come South, Play with us!" as the EuroGames 2008 slogan says! The video will give you some impressions of what you could experience!
The Opening Ceremony of the upcoming EuroGames will take place on July 24th in the Palau Sant Jordi (Passeig Olímpic, s/n, Montjuic) in Barcelona. Attending the event, spectators can enjoy the performances of the Gospel Choir of Barcelona, the singer Gema Castaño, and many surprises more. The welcoming of the 5000 athletes will come along with a big ceremony of light, music and passion. Tickets for the Opening of the EuroGames can be purchased online at servicaixa.com and have a price of 15 Euros.
Insider Tip: All the Sport competitions are free for everyone during all the length of the Games. For everyone interested in sports, it is definitely a nice opportunity to spend some sporty days in Barcelona.
Being a city of touristic interest, many Barcelona hotels are able to accommodate athletes and visitors comfortably. Sportsmen looking for accommodation in Barcelona close to the venues might also opt for Barcelona apartments near the Montjuic Mountain.
Enjoy the event!