Giulia Blocal

Giulia Blocal is a travel blogger and writer specializing in street art and urban culture. Since 2011, she has published the "BLocal Travel & Street Art Blog," an independent editorial project that explores the creative and often rebellious spirit of cities through their urban art and unconventional narratives. Her work extends beyond typical tourism, emphasizing off-the-beaten-path exploration across Europe, from abandoned places and industrial archaeology sites to ghost towns and quirky museums. Blocal helps readers engage with public spaces, deciphering the visual language on city walls and revealing untold stories. She crafts detailed street art travel guides and personalized itineraries, guiding travelers to places often overlooked by conventional guidebooks. Her professional philosophy, reflected in her blog's name, "Be Local," centers on adopting a local perspective in travel and finding beauty in the unusual and overlooked facets of urban landscapes. Beyond her independent blog, Blocal maintains strong ties within the art world. She has established media partnerships with prominent street art festivals across Europe and served as the Communication & Content Manager for Amsterdam's STRAAT Museum. She also collaborates with numerous museums, art galleries, tour operators, and publishers; her writings frequently appear in street art catalogs and art publications.