This blog post was originally posted on January 22, 2016 and was updated on January 15, 2020. It’s low season, but here in Madrid, we’re keeping busy and staying warm. As the European equivalent to the city that never sleeps, there’s always something going on in Spain’s bustling, vibrant capital. We’re talking world-class museums, cozy […]
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Where to Eat on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in Madrid in 2019
The Spanish capital’s reputation for both food and fiestas serves up one final espectáculo before saying adiós to 2019. Whether you’re a visitor, an expat, or a local, everyone is invited to Madrid’s New Year’s celebrations. Thousands gather in Puerta del Sol at the base of the Correos building, eagerly watching its clock countdown to […]
Holiday Happenings: What to Do in Madrid in December 2019
This blog post was originally posted on December 6, 2016 and was updated on November 6, 2019. Bundle up and get ready to indulge in plenty of seasonal treats. The holiday season has officially arrived in Madrid, and we couldn’t be more excited. There are plenty of fun activities in store when it comes to what […]
Behind the Bite: Roscón de Reyes
This post is part of our Behind the Bite series, deep dives into the dishes that we can’t stop thinking about. Step aside, Christmas cookies and candy canes—here in Spain, it’s all about roscón de Reyes. All throughout Spain at this time of year, families are sitting down to enjoy extravagant holiday feasts that last for […]
Ring in the Holidays with Locals: Authentic Holiday Traditions in Spain
When you combine a magical time of year (winter) and a magical setting (every corner of Spain, pretty much), you’re guaranteed to feel like you’ve stepped into a fairy tale. That being said, trying to figure out how to have the most authentic holiday experience in a new country can be confusing when you don’t […]
How To Make The Most Of Winter in Madrid
This blog post was originally posted on November 7, 2013 and was updated on October 25, 2018. Forget the mental image you may have of warm, summer days in Spain—it’s time to embrace the holiday spirit and winter festivities! Yes, you’ll need a winter coat, but no worries—temperatures here are quite mild compared to northern Europe, […]
How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Madrid in 2019
This blog post was originally posted on December 17, 2013 and was updated on November 12, 2019. If Madrid is the unofficial world capital of partying on any given night, just imagine what happens on New Year’s Eve. The last night of the year, known as nochevieja in Spanish, takes the Madrid nightlife scene we all know and […]
Four Great Christmas Markets in Madrid in 2019
This blog post was originally published on December 16, 2015 and was updated on November 12, 2019. It’s the most wonderful time of the year here in Madrid! It goes without saying that Christmastime here in Madrid brings an unforgettable sensation of holiday magic, and nowhere does that feel more present than at one of […]