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Rome is the most expensive city we have ever visited. About $80U$ for three loads of laundry, washed, dried and folded at a laundromat a block opr so from the main railway station.$40U$...more
user review | Hotel: Hotel de las Letras H&R, Madrid
The last few days of our trip we stayed at Hotel de las Letras and loved it. Nice sized rooms with a delicate balance between modern decor and traditional architecture. The breakfast is...more
user review | See + Do: Museo del Traje, Madrid
This costume museum is one of my favorite places in the Spanish capital. The collection is lovely and extensive, plus the entrance fee is inexpensive (just a couple euros or free on...more
With 2 young kids, I always thought that hotels were the easiest way to go on holiday as we could all stay in one family room and there are usually facilities in the hotels I choose to...more
How do you know if the tapas are authentic and going to be good BEFORE you even go in? Look at the floor. It's counter intuitive to our Western sensibilities, but if the floor is...more
If your budget is limited try eating at the kebab shops that say 'doner kebab/kebap' - the food (lamb or chicken with salad in a pita, usually served with sauce and fries) is...more
Ladies, if you suffer from hot flashes, the ultimate souvenir to buy in Madrid are fancy Spanish fans. They have beautiful designs, are very inexpensive and you can find them all over. ...more
With 2 young kids, I always thought that hotels were the easiest way to go on holiday as we could all stay in one family room and there are usually facilities in the hotels I choose to...more
DassaBassa: An Amazing Culinary Experience
We took a two week trip to Spain specifically to explore molecular gastronomy and the exciting food of the country. Of course, El Bulli is the place everyone knows, but there are a host...more
How To Save Money on Accomodations
If you are traveling on a budget, save money by staying in the charming town Alcala de Henares, just outside of Madrid. I recently visited Spain and we stayed in Husa El Bedel Hotel,...more
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