Surpassing Joan’s seemingly boundless knowledge of Catalan art, literature, architecture, and history, is difficult to imagine. It’s a gift to have this scholar on our team. He is particularly passionate about the areas north of Barcelona, such as Girona and the Costa Brava, as well as Catalunya’s artistic legacy. Besides touring, Joan works extensively in the the city’s multiple museums, and is also a prolific writer, having published historical and cultural articles, and even a fictional novel! To him, Barcelona is: “Innovation, openness to the world, and respect for tradition… all in one!”