Seven off-the-beaten-track destinations for National Day holiday

2. Barcelona in Europe

Craving an immersion in Spanish vibes? Book a flight to Barcelona. Here, modernist architect Antoni Gaudi's mind-boggling works abound, and traditional Flamenco dance and music permeates the air. Plus, Barça fans would give an eye and a tooth for a behind-the-scenes tour to Camp Nou, the home stadium for the renowned soccer club, while art aficionados can put the Picasso Museum at the top of their to-go lists in this seaside city.