Barcelona is one of those rare places that just ticks all the boxes for a perfect city break.  Sunshine and beaches, great food and lively nights out, combined with a rich history and some incredible art and architecture. My most recent visit was for my birthday. Even though it was the peak of tourist season, the city wasn’t overwhelmingly crowded, nor intolerably hot (in fact, if you have a summer birthday, this could just be the perfect place to spend it). The Catalonian city isn’t one you will become bored of quickly, but it’s still possible to experience most of it during a short break. Day 1 in Barcelona See…