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Go Mad For Madrid This May
Added: (Tue Apr 29 2008)
There is never a better time to see a Spanish city than when it’s throwing a party and for Madrid its biggest fiesta is next month. In May the streets of the capital come alive with 9 days of celebrating its patron saint San Isidro. Running from the Friday before May 15th to the following Sunday, it’s the perfect time to stay at a hotel in Madrid while the temperature is hot but not unbearable. So to make sure you’re a part of this year’s festivities why not visit Go2Spain, the number one online resource for accommodation in Spain.
As a helpful guide, Go2Spain have picked out a couple of examples from their extensive list of hotels in Madrid and included an events synopsis to give you a taste of what you can expect during your trip to this year’s festival. If you’re feeling adventurous, check out the hideaway boutiques, found in the bohemian neighbourhoods circling the centre and tucked away in quiet corners of picturesque squares.
A party is always a good excuse to get dressed up and many Spanish take this opportunity to go all out wearing traditional garb called ‘chulapo/a’. As you wander the streets trying out the variety of tasty treats from the street vendors, it’s fascinating to watch the women go by in their lacy apparel, headdresses and shawls, while the men sport chequered caps and waistcoats and wear handkerchiefs round their necks. Best dressed contests are held each year, a tough competition amongst the stylish Madrillenos.
For a hotel with a style all of its own, try staying at Urban. This five-star luxury hotel in Madrid puts you right at the heart of the city and close to the action. Despite its collection of ancient art, Egyptian museum, gourmet restaurant and ultra-decadent oyster bar, its welcoming attitude, which even extends to dogs, makes guests feel at home straight away. Prices start from approximately £198 per person per night during May, which excludes breakfast.
There’s always something to do during this festival and the Plaza Mayor provides the main stage for 9 days and nights of vocal and dance acts. Everything from traditional flamenco showcases to folk music is performed to enthusiastic crowds. Other venues include the park Las Vistillas, next to the Palacio Real, and Casa de Campo where rock concerts are staged throughout.
Just 5 minutes from the Pio XII train station and Duque de Pastrana underground, which makes getting to any one of the concerts a breeze, is the ultra-modern Confortel Pio XII Hotel. Situated next to the IFEMA Exhibition Centre and Plaza de Castilla it is full of contemporary furnishings and features all mod-cons. Strategically located with direct access to the M-30 motorway and only 10 minutes from the airport, it caters for business travellers and tourists alike, as well as including 7 rooms suitable for disabled guests. It costs around £69 per person per night, bed and breakfast
Also famed for its many bullfights, the San Isidro celebrations are worth seeing and bring this already dynamic and cultured city even more to life.
For more information on how to find hotel in Spain, visit www.Go2Spain.co.uk
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