Tag: Madrid

I breakfast on some proffered yoghurt from my host Maria, followed by cafe con leche and a croissant at a bakery around the corner. My third day features a visit to the third exalted art museum, the Reina Sofia, which is also, like the other two, less than a ten-minute walk from chez Ma...

Madrid was lucky to have a goat track running through it in the mid-1500s, pitiful as it was back then, but in a Machiavellian stroke of royal genius, the place became Spain’s capital at a time when it was approaching the apex of its world power. Nearby Toledo, the logical choice, got the cold...

My partner and I caught a red-eye with intentions of sleeping from the Minneapolis-St. Paul airport to Amsterdam via Delta. I’m no longer adapted to sleeping on planes, I slept a whopping total of nada. Then, we caught our connecting flight via KLM to Madrid. Allegedly, it was King’s Day...

Fitur 2024, also known as Fitur Madrid 2024, is one of the most prominent and influential events in the global tourism industry. This annual fair is set to take place in Madrid, Spain, and it promises to be a remarkable platform for businesses, travel enthusiasts, and industry professionals. Let&rsq...

After the convention in Lisbon Julie and I attended, we booked a tour of Madrid and Segovia with our 30 new best friends from the convention. I had thought Lisbon was beautiful, full of history and ancient buildings. Madrid topped all of it. When we got to Madrid this time (unlike the excruciatin...

Madrid is one of the most iconic and vibrant cities in the European Union. Third largest, following London and Berlin, it is a hub of business, culture and tourism. While Madrid is well known for its food, history and of course, soccer, it also has more green spaces than any other European city. Mad...

1. Almudena Cathedral Overview: Madrid’s only cathedral joining different styles, such as Neoclassic, Neogothic, Neoromanesque. It was consecrated by the Pope John Paul II, during his fourth visit to Spain, the 15th June 1993 (so is fairly ‘modern’) Time required: 20 mins &md...

The neighbourhood attracts a mix of people: the locals who have always lived here and would never move, young professionals and plenty of Spanish and international students. Most people who arrive fall in love with the neighbourhood and stay here much longer than they thought: this means that the lo...

Madrid, the vibrant capital of Spain, is a city bursting with rich history and captivating culture. Prepare to be amazed as we delve into the depths of Madrid’s fascinating historical landmarks, awe-inspiring art and architecture, and vibrant local culture. Step back in time as you explore ...