Maria Carretero is one of MC&C  most acclaimed guides, but what might surprise you is that she is also an expert in Flamenco.She has been dancing since she was a child, but as her parents did not allow her to leave her studies to pursue a career in Flamenco; she earned her degree in Tourism and secretly continued to dance on the side.     Today she is a talented professional in both sectors! Here are her words ; I find Madrid one of the best places to have a memorable flamenco experience.     Flamenco and bullfighting are very…

The nightlife in Madrid is unique… There is nothing like it anywhere in the world. There are always places where you can go out, to dance, laugh, talk, or flirt. In Madrid, going out at night is a source of culture. There is something for everybody: from the most minimalist chill-out bars to the most enticing clubs and Goth bars, from the questionable dives to the wildest afterhour’s clubs and nostalgic dancehalls. Some favorites of mine are: Distinguished: Cock ( De la Reina St. #16) A secret place since it opened in the 1920´s, decorated in sporting British style. It’s…

Each place that we visit has something special that we would just love to take home with us! Without a doubt, the best that we can hold on to are our colorful experiences and great memories. But, what would you say about bringing some of Spain´s greatest, and most authentic flavors home with you? The gastronomic panorama of our country is full of sensations and hundred-year-old traditions. Making special reference to the olive oils, wines, and the flower of salt… Here are our 5 favorite products: 1.  Rice Bomba de Calasparra: This rice is cultivated in mountainous regions that are…

Madrid is a dynamic city. This statement may be a cliché, but in this case there is no doubt that the capital of Spain is especially well equipped for sports. Both the huge amount of green spaces –Madrid is always on the top of the European Green City Index- and the desire of becoming an Olympic site have converted Madrid into an ideal city to play different sports. Our most passionate sports guide, Eduardo Baura, has suggested to us some of his top five favorite green-spaces: 1-. Running in the Retiro Park. Known as “the lung of Madrid”, this park…

So you´re travelling to Madrid with the kids and on the never-ending flight over, you´re thinking: “Why didn´t I leave them home with grandma and grandpa?” Don´t Panic!! There´s plenty of fun and excitement to be had in the capital of Spain and it´s a great opportunity to have some quality family time. Our most kids-Friendly guide Ana Ramos, whispers us some secrets: Retiro Park: The “Madrileños” favorite park, come discover why! Once the private leisure grounds of Spain´s Kings and Queens, it is now opened to all and with something for everyone: playgrounds, art expositions in the “Palacio de…