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Ignoring all the cliches so often flung at Spanish gastronomy, Madrid has been coming into its own on the global stage. The best restaurants in Madrid offer a sparkling menagerie of cuisines, from the free-spirited creations of Diego Guerrero to the Biblioteca at Santo Mauro helmed by Abel Prudencio Cervantes. As one of the most… View Article
May 3 – May 14 Caja Mágica, the Magic Box, was designed by French architect Dominique Perrault and is the only venue in the world which has three courts with retractable roofs. On center court VIP guests can watch world class tennis from the comfort of a box or the skylounge, both of which have… View Article
JANUARY 24-29 2019 What has long been one of the most important events in the fashion year for Spanish designers and buyers is now attracting increasing numbers of international designers. Madrid Fashion Week is held twice a year at the IFEMA Convention Centre and supermodels adorn the catwalk in everything from party clothes to sportswear…. View Article
WHEN BEST TO GO Spring and autumn are the recommended seasons for visiting Madrid. In July and August temperatures can reach 40oC and in winter they can drop well below freezing. LOCAL CUSTOMS It is illegal to drink alcohol in the streets of Madrid and smoking is banned in public places. Fines are enforced for… View Article
MAY 15, 2016 The Fiesta de San Isidro is Madrid’s largest festival and celebrates the patron saint of the city, who was canonized in 1622. Traditional costume is donned, Cocido Madrileño, the Spanish chickpea delicacy, is dished up, and flamenco dancing and Latin rhythms fill venues across the city center. The festivities also mark… View Article
FEBRUARY 24 – 28 2016 Purchasers of cutting-edge Spanish and International modern art head to ARCO Madrid, which is attended by high-profile collectors including Madrid’s Reina Sofía Gallery. In 2011 the fair was opened by their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Asturias, and attracted 180,000 visitors. Before you visit download ARCO’s free… View Article
We asked Madrid’s top concierges to share their personal recommendations for the perfect day ÁNGEL MASS Chief Concierge, Villa Magna Hotel And President Of Les Clefs D’or In Spain +34 91 587 1234 8am Begin the day with a breakfast buffet in the Villa Magna Restaurant. 10am Why not take a private tour of the… View Article
Thinking about what to do next weekend? While most of the Northeast U.S. and Midwest is still feeling the effects of a long winter, the 10-day weather forecast for Madrid is sunny with temperatures into the 70s. If you go, you can be first among your friends to see the effects of over… View Article
JUNE 4 – JULY 19, 2014 PhotoEspaña is a major international festival of photography and visual arts and over 600,000 people attend. Up and coming photographers are showcased as they compete in the Descubrimientos PHE contest. The exhibitions are a startling display of avant garde imagery and visual poetry. Debates and master classes also… View Article
JUNE 5 – JULY 20, 2013 PhotoEspaña is a major international festival of photography and visual arts and over 600,000 people attend. Up and coming photographers are showcased as they compete in the Descubrimientos PHE contest. The exhibitions are a startling display of avant garde imagery and visual poetry. Debates and master classes also… View Article
MAY 12 – JUNE 16, 2013 The Fiesta de San Isidro is Madrid’s largest festival and celebrates the patron saint of the city, who was canonized in 1622. Traditional costume is donned, Cocido Madrileño, the Spanish chickpea delicacy, is dished up, and flamenco dancing and Latin rhythms fill venues across the city center. The… View Article
MAY 4 – 11, 2014 Caja Mágica, the Magic Box, was designed by French architect Dominique Perrault and is the only venue in the world which has three courts with retractable roofs. On center court VIP guests can watch world class tennis from the comfort of a box or the skylounge, both of which… View Article
FEBRUARY 2013 What has long been one of the most important events in the fashion year for Spanish designers and buyers is now attracting increasing numbers of international designers. Madrid Fashion Week is held twice a year at the IFEMA Convention Centre and supermodels walk the catwalk in everything from party clothes to sportswear…. View Article
New York, New York – Reported by Elite Traveler, the Private Jet Lifestyle Magazine Inspired by the artistry of Spain’s cities — Barcelona, Madrid and Malaga – architects have created several distinctive four and five-star properties under internationally-known banners: the Mandarin Oriental-Barcelona, W Barcelona and the Hotel Porta Fira; the Eurostar Gran Madrid Towers and… View Article
InterContinental Madrid, one of the most renowned luxury hotels in Madrid, has announced the official opening of its four new Presidential Suites, including the decadent Royal Suite. The suites offer more than 1,500 square feet of living space, boast spectacular views of Castellana Street, and provide exceptional comfort, privacy and service for guests. Each of… View Article
A captivating multimedia exhibition curated by Luca Missoni will be held in Madrid from February 5th through April 5th 2009. The show, through suggestive displays, will narrate and explore the creative and artistic history of Missoni, one of the best loved and appreciated protagonists in fashion and design since 1953. The Italian Cultural Institute has… View Article
Marni is pleased to announce the opening of its first flagship store in Barcelona . The boutique is set in a lovely listed building in Calle de Josep Bertrand 3. The concept of the 320 square meter boutique takes inspiration from the traditional Spanish floor tiles, playing with their geometry, and expanding it into a… View Article
Montreal – (NYSE: CGT; TSX: CAE) – Flight training leader CAE is adding a second Bombardier CRJ full-flight simulator (FFS) to its Madrid training centre, doubling its CRJ platform capacity in the region. The simulator will be a CRJ200 Level D that will support the currently installed CRJ200/900 Level D FFS. It is scheduled to… View Article
La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland – Luxury Swiss watchmaker Ebel has become an official brand partner with both Spanish football giants Real Madrid CF and Dutch team AFC Ajax, adding to their similar partnerships with England’s Arsenal, German champions FC Bayern Munich, Scotland’s Rangers and French champions Olympique Lyonnais. Ebel is now the official luxury watchmaker to… View Article
Elite Traveler has selected the most exclusive VIP experiences VIAVINUM VIP TOURS Viavinum is a member of ASTA, the American Society of Travel Agents. Viavinum specializes in customized VIP wine and gastronomy tours. Admire beautiful landscapes and charming hidden villages while visiting wineries and vineyards that produce the highest quality wines. Travel in style in… View Article
MADRID – TORREJON AIRPORT TAG AVIATION Careful and attentive ground handling assures an easy passage for passengers, flight crews, aircraft and baggage on arrival and departure. There are spacious VIP lounges where catering can be provided for on-site meetings, and the crew lounge has satellite TV and wireless internet access. On site customs and immigration… View Article
Don’t miss out on Madrid’s wealth of attractions and adventures MADRID OPEN MAY 3 – 12, 2013 Caja Mágica, the Magic Box, was designed by French architect Dominique Perrault and is the only venue in the world which has three courts with retractable roofs. On center court VIP guests can watch world class tennis from… View Article
For a night of Hollywood glamour, walk in the footsteps of James Bond and enjoy a Martini, shaken not stirred, at Madrid’s Bar Cock. Such an experience could only be followed by cocktails at Museo Chicote, a favorite of Sinatra’s and according to Hemingway “the best bar in Spain, certainly”. For a 21st-century kick try… View Article
Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art provides a wealth of cultural experiences. The tree-lined Paseo del Prado is the location for three worldclass museums; the Prado, Reina Sophía and Thyssen Bornemisza. For some fresh air after a day at the galleries, stroll through the beautiful nearby Real Jardin Botanico and Parque del Buen Retiro. PALACIO REAL… View Article
Salamanca, known as The Golden Mile, is the most affluent district in Madrid. The Spanish upper classes and media characters frequent Salamanca’s designer shops and exclusive restaurants. Calle de Velázquez, Calle de Serrano, Calle de Goya and the surrounding streets showcase both Spanish and international fashion designers. Calle de Serrano is of the most exclusive… View Article
Allow yourself to be taken to a world of relaxation and beauty with our top therapists and spas Caroli Health Club at the Wellington Hotel Treatments & facilities: Angelo Caroli has long recognized the value of a personalized approach to health and wellbeing, and the attentive staff at this facility undertake careful consultations with visitors… View Article
Whether a sumptuous bed, a spectacular view or service beyond compare, choose from our stunning selection HOTEL RITZ MADRID Inaugurated in 1910 by King Alfonso XIII, this opulent hotel has long tended to the whims of royalty. The Ritz Madrid is strategically located in the Retiro district, opposite the world-renowned Prado. The leafy outdoor terrace… View Article
