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SeekingTheSpanishSun 30th July 2018

Where to go swimming in Madrid

It sure gets hot during summer in Madrid. Without doubt one of the drawbacks of visiting Madrid at this time of year is the lack of beach time. There are plenty of parks, shady plazas… View Post

SeekingTheSpanishSun 21st May 2018

30 Things you cannot miss in Madrid

Madrid is a great city. I highly recommend that you visit Madrid if you are heading to Spain. Here are our top sights and activities to get the most out of Madrid, the definitive list of 30 thing you must do…… View Post

SeekingTheSpanishSun 30th April 2018

A day exploring Segovia

Segovia is another of the amazing day trips you can do from Madrid. It’s a historic city just 30 minutes train ride from Madrid in the region of Castilla y León. Like most cities in this region of Spain, Segovia hides interesting architecture, history and Spanish culture all waiting to be explored…… View Post

SeekingTheSpanishSun 29th March 2018

Fun fiestas in Madrid

It’s a lot of fun when it’s fiesta time in Madrid. The shops close, decorations are hung up in the street, bars set up outside stalls and the whole city joins in with the celebrations. These are my favourite Madrid fiestas and local holidays. They are all sure to create a fun party atmosphere…… View Post

SeekingTheSpanishSun 22nd March 2018

A tour of Real Madrid football club

Real Madrid football club is one of the most famous in the World. They are widely supported and have achieved much success over the years. Cabinets full of trophies and a stadium holding over 81,000 people will attest to. Taking a tour of the Bernabéu stadium, home of Real Madrid is one of the most popular activities to do in Madrid…… View Post

SeekingTheSpanishSun 19th March 2018

Madrid’s best food markets

The market or “mercado” as it’s called in Madrid is key to any good neighbourhood. Its where locals will buy their fresh fruit, veg, meat, and fish. But it’s also a place to sit and have a coffee or beer and tapas…… View Post

SeekingTheSpanishSun 5th February 2018

Romantic things to do in Madrid

If you are looking for something a little special to do in Madrid as a couple, away from the crowds where you can enjoy some time alone, look no further. I will share my tips on the most romantic places to go and things to do in Madrid…… View Post

SeekingTheSpanishSun 18th January 2018

A day exploring Toledo

Toledo is a Medieval Spanish city just 30 minutes ride on the fast-train from Madrid. Situated at the heart of Spain and once the Capital, it is a labyrinth of old cobbled street and stone buildings. Behind the imposing old city walls and grand bridge entrances are some of Spain’s most historical landmarks…… View Post

SeekingTheSpanishSun 28th December 2017

Amazing and easy day trips from Madrid

If you are spending more than a few days in Madrid you should take a day trip to one of the amazing nearby locations that are honestly really easy to get to. Many of these… View Post

SeekingTheSpanishSun 18th December 2017

Madrid’s most lively barrios and where to have a great night out

Madrid is full of bars, everywhere you turn there is somewhere you can grab a drink and hang out with friends, relaxing and chatting. This is a guide to the liveliest areas, known as “barrios” in Madrid Centro. Where you can find the highest concentration of bars, clubs and nightlife in the city centre. A list of some of the most popular venues in each barrio, plus a few of my favourite places to go for a great night out…… View Post