Jarryd & Samidha
Jarryd & Samidha
Travel
Hotel Calipolis
We have requested rooms for our guests at the beautiful Hotel Calipolis, right on the coast, for an affordable price and 5% discount with our block code. You can choose the room that accommodates your needs, and book for whatever dates you need.
The code is "WEDDING26"; enter it where it says PROMOTIONAL CODE (enter this in the search bar when looking up dates).
In the customer comments, please indicate "JARRYD AND SAMIDHA'S WEDDING."
The Hotel is a short 12 minute drive to the villa, and transportation pick up and drop off will be arranged to this location for main events.
Hotel MIM Sitges
As an alternative, if rooms are all occupied at our preferred hotel (Calipolis), we recommend booking at Hotel MiM, right next door to Hotel Calipolis.
If booking at MiM, please note we do not have blocked rooms but they do offer at 10% discount with registration with their free membership program:
1. Become a MIM Member through the following link https://mimhotels.com/en/mim-group/be-mim which is free.
2. Once they register, they automatically enjoy a minimum of 10% discount applicable on all rates and room categories, and in addition they have other benefits and advantages
Transportation to and from the hotel to the wedding venue will be available for the main events.
Barcelona Public Transport (Metro Subway)
Our favorite way to adventure in the city and experience the Spanish life is via Barcelona's public transport system (run by TMB) which is efficient, affordable, and user-friendly. Includes metro, buses, trams. The Hola Barcelona Travel Card offers unlimited rides (including airport metro transfers) and is ideal for tourists
Current prices are approximately:
[10% off prices listed below if you buy your tickets in advance online]
- 1 day (T-Dia): €11.55 (~$13.60 USD)
- 2 days (48h Hola): €18.10 (~$21.40 USD)
- 3 days (72h Hola): €26.30 (~$31.00 USD)
- 4 days (96h Hola): €34.40 (~$40.60 USD)
- 5 days (120h Hola): €42.10 (~$49.70 USD)
Getting from El Prat Airport (BCN) to the city center via metro is straightforward.Take the modern L9 Sud line from Terminal 1 or 2, which runs every 7 minutes and takes about 30-40 minutes total. No need for a separate ticket if you have a Hola pass; otherwise, buy an airport metro ticket (~€5.70 one-way) at the station.
If you didn't buy passes in advance, vending machines at the airport, metro stations, and major hubs offer them in English, accepting credit cards or cash.
The city is highly accessible by metro, with an extensive network covering key neighborhoods—trains are frequent (every 2-5 minutes during peak hours), clean, and air-conditioned, though note some older stations may have stairs. Many top attractions are steps from stations, including Sagrada Família (Sagrada Família stop), Park Güell (Lesseps), Las Ramblas (Liceu or Drassanes), Casa Milà/La Pedrera (Diagonal), Picasso Museum (Jaume I), Magic Fountain of Montjuïc (Plaça Espanya).
Taxi Service in Barcelona
Estimated fares
BCN Airport to city center: $41-$53 (20-30 min).
To Sitges: $65 day/$80 night (30 min).
Cards accepted, but carry cash for tips ($1-2 for good service). For groups >4, call ahead for a van or use apps.
Most cabs hold up to 4 passengers; vans (some licensed for 6) add a ~$5 extra fee per extra person beyond 4. A good estimate for fare is roughly $1 USD per mile traveled. Minimum fare: ~$8.50
Supplements (added to meter): Airport pickup/drop-off: ~$5 (min ~$25 total); cruise terminal: ~$5; train/bus stations: $3
English-friendly apps: FreeNow (books official taxis, reliable in city); Cabify (cheaper fixed rates, professional drivers); Uber (available but slower pickups); Bolt (budget option, quick in peaks). Download before arriving; some require 15-min wait for first use.
Always request a receipt ("Quiero un recibo") for lost items or disputes
Scenic Train from Barcelona to Sitges (Rodalies de Catalunya R2)
The Rodalies de Catalunya R2 Sud train is a reliable, scenic commuter option from Barcelona to Sitges, hugging the Mediterranean coast for a quick 35-45 minute ride on modern electric trains departing directly from stations like Barcelona Sants, Passeig de Gràcia, or Estació de França. Services run frequently—every 10-30 minutes from early morning (around 5:30 AM) until late evening (about 11 PM), with peak-hour intervals as short as every 10 minutes. If you're heading straight from El Prat Airport (BCN), note there's no direct service—plan for a quick transfer.
Anem rent a car. Coches económicos en Sitges
If you are having trouble finding a car rental in Sitges, this may be a good last resort! Small operation, mom-&-pops style rental company that may have a car available last minute. They are friendly and the cars are dependable. May be stuck with a manual transmission if you don't plan ahead!