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Real Madrid vs Liverpool, Champions League

Posted on October 13, 2014 by Madrid Guide

The UEFA Champions League is in the 60th season of Europe’s premier club football tournament and this year the final match of the Champions League will be held in the capital of Germany in the heart of Berlin. The Champions League final will be played on June 6th in 2015. But before that there are tons of other matches, and on November 2nd Reald Madrid will play against Liverpool in Madrid.

last match of the season will be held 6th June 2015. The incumbent title holders are Real Madrid and Real Madrid played against FC Basel 1893 on Tuesday 16th September when Liverpool had their game against PFC Ludogorets Razgard. After the results Real Madrid and Liverpool will have face again each other as a repeat of the 1981 European Cup Final. Liverpool will play against Real Madrid who claimed their tenth European title in Lisbon this May. The game between Liverpool and Real Madrid will take place on Tuesday 4th November 2014. Liverpool will play Real Madrid in the capital of Spain, in Madrid. They will play at Santiago Bernabeu from 8.45 in the evening. Tickets for the Liverpool vs. Real Madrid match are already available and the tickets for the game starts from 114 euros.

If you want to see one of the best games of the season check the following site for more information on the tickets and prices: WorldTicketShop

Goya exhibition in Madrid

Posted on October 12, 2014July 12, 2024 by Madrid Guide

The exhibition presents the best art works of the Spanish painter Goya. Francisco Goya was a Spanish painter and printmaker. He was one of the most influential and most outstanding romantic painters and his art works and style had a massive affect on other painters as well.

The museum shows a big collection of art works from Goya and other paintings from the 18th century. The exhibition is focused on tapestry cartoons of Goya alongside with multiple other paintings from different painters from his time or even earlier. At the exhibition visitors will have the chance to get to know one of the most popular Spanish painters of all time and to have an inside look in the life back then. Through the pictures which are on display in the museum visitors will have the chance to discover and explore Goya’s artworks and unique techniques. The exhibition will reveal through his cartoons the uniqueness of his work and visitors will understand how and why he is one of the most influential painters of this period of time. The exhibition of Goya will be displayed at the Museo Nacional del Prado in Madrid. It will be shown at the museum from 28th November 2014 until 3rd May 2015.

If you want to know more information on the exhibition and the museum check the official site.

II Divo concert in Madrid

Posted on October 11, 2014 by Madrid Guide

Divo II was formed by Simon Cowell and it is a multinational operatic pop vocal group. It was formed in the United Kingdom in 2003 and it is a group of four singers from different countries. The group includes the French pop singer Sèbastien Izambard, the Spanish baritone Carlos Marín, the Swiss tenor Urs Bühler and the American tenor David Miller. Over the years they sold more than 26 million records all over the world. The first album they released was in 2004 called II Divo which was really successful and brought ultimate success in the world of music. Their second album the Ancora came out one year later in 2005. It was also a great success and some of the songs of the album were ranked number one on some music charts. They came out with several other albums through the years but their latest album they released was Musical Affair which came out in 2013.

II Divo is now on a world tour this year and they will visit plenty of countries and cities all around the world starting from North America to Australia and Europe. In Europe they will be on stage in multiple cities and countries such as France, Spain, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and so on. The II Divo will perform in Madrid at Barclaycard Centre. The concert will be held on Tuesday 4th November 2014. Tickets for the concert are already available.

If you want to buy your ticket check the following site: WorldTicketShop

Enrique Iglesias concert in Madrid

Posted on September 5, 2014October 7, 2014 by Madrid Guide

Enrique Iglesias is a Spanish-American singer and song writer, he was born in Spain but raised in the USA from a really early age. He started his career in the mid 90s and he won some Grammy awards and in 2008 he opened the Football European Championship with one of his most famous tracks the ‘Can you hear me’. He is one of the most famous Spanish singers nowadays and he sold approximately 40 million CDs.

Enrique Iglesias will have his concert in Madrid, Spain 15th November this year. He is touring with his new album the Sex and Love which was released 14th March in 2014. This is his tenth studio album. From this new album three tracks (Loco, Perdedor and Bailando) reached No. 1 at Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart. Enrique described his new album as sexual and fun at the same time. He explained the title why he chose the Sex and Love as the name of the new album in an interview and he said: “It’s one of the first things I thought about when I listened to the whole body of work. I think it’s something we can all relate to no matter what religion no matter what personality, no matter what colour we can all relate to it.” The concert will take place in Madrid’s downtown at the Barclaycard Centre.

To book your tickets to the concert click the link.

Tickets:
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Flamenco learning and show in Madrid

Posted on September 5, 2014July 12, 2024 by Madrid Guide

If you want to have an unique night out with a nice mood and you would love to enjoy some Spanish music and the traditional Spanish dance, the Flamenco Lesson and Show gives an opportunity to join and feel the heat of Spain’s traditional dance, the flamenco.

The lesson takes place at one of Madrid’s top ‘tablaos’, its a 3 hour long flamenco dancing lesson and show, where you will be taught how to flamenco by local dance instructors in a one hour long training. After the one hour long class you can freshen up yourself with a glass of wine from one of the best Spanish wines, and if you got hungry during the flamenco you can also upgrade to a 3 course dinner and wine before enjoying the best flamenco dancers performance.

Find out the secrets behind Spain’s most popular dance and get an inside look in the life of the Spanish people. The dancing lesson will take one hour where you will be taught one of the best dance instructors and guitarist how to flamenco. After that you can have your seat at one of the tables and have your glass of wine, sangria or soda depends on your choice, if you would like to have something to eat as well you can also choose to upgrade to include a 3 course dinner. After that you can enjoy a real flamenco show by your teacher and the best flamenco dancers of Spain.

The lesson and the show together takes approximately 3 hours, the entrance fee is included.

If you would like to take part in a program like this, visit Viator.

Arabian Bath SPA experience in Madrid

Posted on September 4, 2014November 21, 2022 by Madrid Guide

There are lot of opportunities to choose from for the tourists in Madrid and there are several programs and attractions to see and explore in the capital of Spain. After a tiring sightseeing what could be possibly more relaxing and more fun then going to one of Madrid’s most well known baths.

The zen-like thermal bath with candle lit walkways gives you the perfect harmony your body, mind and soul could wish for. At the Madrid’s Hammam you can choose from three different thermal pools and three steams. The design of the bath is all decorated in Arabic style.

Relax your body and mind in the hot water of the thermal baths and freshen yourself up in one of the cold pools. The bath also offers massages at the Aroma corner or you can just sit in the steam room breathing in the vapor with the aromatic essences. The massage takes 15 minutes and you can choose your oil you want to be massaged with, you can choose from rose, lavender, violet or red amber. If you want to enjoy a longer massage with body scrub you have to book for the 30 minutes long massage. Mint tea and glasses of water are available for the visitors unlimited.

If you want to know more about the bath and the prices, visit the following site.

Wine trip from Madrid

Posted on September 4, 2014November 21, 2022 by Madrid Guide

If you are interested in wine and wine making and you don’t mind spending your whole day learning more about wines, then the Spanish wine tour is possibly one of the best choices on a vacation in Madrid.

The tour starts from Madrid and it is led by one of the expert local guide. Visit the Vinos de Madrid winemaking region which is known by the locals as ‘bodegas’. During the tour you will visit three well known estates in the area and you will explore more about the Spanish wine making, their cellars and how they supplied the capital of Spain with different kinds of wines for centuries.

As you leave Madrid you will experience the real atmosphere of the Spanish countryside. On the way the tour guide will talk about the wines that are produced in the area of Madrid. The heart of the wine making area the Vinos de Madrid, known as the Denominación de origen (DO) is approximately 30km away from Madrid. Along the way you will get to know three different wineries, one of them is a family-run winery which lays in the village of Aranjuez. Aranjuez is an UNESCO listed village surrounded by olive trees and vineyards.

The tour includes the air conditioned mini bus but it doesn’t include lunch but the tour guide will give you several options for lunch.

Does not this sound very cool? Do you want to join in on such a winetrip from Madrid one day? Read more about the trip here and make your booking today!

Tapas night walking tour in Madrid

Posted on September 4, 2014November 21, 2022 by Madrid Guide

The tapas night walking tour is led by one of the local guide who will show you around in Madrid and show the best local bars and restaurants which you would never discover own your own. It is a perfect opportunity to see Madrid’s laid back atmosphere and come across tucked away corners and places that are unseen for most of the tourists.

On the tour you will meet the classical Spanish cuisine and you will have the chance to try out all the traditional Spanish treats which can be chorizo in cider or an octopus from Galicia or sherry from Andalusia or other many things to choose and taste from the Spanish specialties.

During the night walk the entertaining tourist guide will tell you more about the history and the culture of Spain and where all the traditions come from, explaining the habits behind the Madrid foods and wines. The tour price includes the first meal and wine at the first bar or restaurant on the way. In the restaurants and bars you are free to eat and drink as much as you like, you are free to choose how much or how little you would like to eat at the places. During the tour you will visit several bars/restaurants and if you want to have a good night out you should expect to spend approximately 30 euros/person.

The average size of the group usually is 8 persons which gives a friendly and unique environment while you are discovering Madrid’s local insights and see and experience the city the way you have never done it before.

If you are interested in such a tour, visit Viator for booking.

If you want to learn how to make a paella instead, join in for a cooking class!

How to make Paella? Cooking class in Madrid

Posted on September 4, 2014November 21, 2022 by Madrid Guide

If you planned to have a vacation in Spain and you would like to try yourself out at a cooking class where you can learn how to cook classical Spanish dishes, Madrid is the perfect holiday spot for you.

The Madrid cooking class offers you a memorable program where you can learn how to make some delicious authentic Spanish meals such as the Spanish omelet or paella, all the food comes with some of the best Spanish wines. The class is led by a local instructor who will let you know the secrets of the Spanish gastronomy. The number of the group is limited to maximum 10 persons/class.

First you will meet your local instructor at Torrijos Market in central Madrid, after a really quick look around at the food market you will be ready to go to your cooking class and start making some Spanish food. During the class the local instructor will let you know about the history and all about the traditions of Spain. The Spanish cuisine is world wide known and for a good reason, the recipes has a really old history, they are simple, combined with local ingredients handed over to the new generations over and over again creating a rich and world wide known cuisine.

The cooking class starts from 10.00 in the morning and each class costs 70 euros, it includes eating the food with the group.

For more information on the cooking class, dates and prices visit the following site.

Madrid Segway tour

Posted on September 3, 2014November 21, 2022 by Madrid Guide

Have you ever tried Segway before? If the answer is no then in Madrid there is a perfect time to roll around. It is one of the most exciting city on the world and Segway offers you an easy-going and fun sightseeing.

Attending this city tour will let you see the city’s most famous parts such as the Royal Palace, the Almudena, Templo de Debod or the Mayor and the Espana Plaza’s. The size of the group is limited to 10 persons which gives a personalized attention from your tour guide.

The tour will start first with some safety training and some basic training before hitting the roads and streets of Madrid. During the tour you will see the Almudena Cathedral which was recently completed after years of constructions on the way you will pass the Royal Palace which is based in the Western side of the city, it has approximately 2800 rooms and it is the official resident of the Spanish Royal Family however they only use it for ceremonies. The next stop will be the Templo de Debod which is a really beautiful Egyptian temple from the 4th century-BC. The tour ends at the Plaza Mayor which was built in Herrerian style in the heart of Madrid.

The price of the tours start from 35 euros to 59 euros depends on the tour you choose.

For more details about the tour and the prices, visit Viator.