Madrid Spain Travel Podcast

In this podcast episode, we’ll take you through the exciting city of Madrid, Spain.  Nestled in the center of the Iberian Peninsula, Madrid is a vibrant metropolis known for world-famous art, distinct Baroque architecture, inviting pedestrian plazas, thrilling nightlife, and Flamenco music.


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Summer 2007 Madrid Travel Promotion

At hotelbook, we have a unique promotional offer for exploring Madrid this summer. Listen to the complete details below, then visit the Madrid Special Offer page.

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Madrid Summer Promotion

The summer options just keep getting better.  Here at hotelbook®, we have just launched our new Madrid Summer Promotion, and I must say I'm really starting to think about making the trip over to Spain.  My friend who studied abroad in Madrid hasn't stopped talking about the place since he left.  The new hotelbook.com Madrid Summer Promotion is a great way to make this trip a reality, because if you book the Discover Madrid rate at any of the featured hotels in July or August for a mininum two nights stay, you get a free Madrid Card.  Among many options, the Madrid Card features 24-hour free and front-of-the-line access to over 40 of Madrid's museums, including the Reina Sofia, Prado, and the Thyssen.  Plus there's all kinds of cool discounts on Madrid cafes and restaurants, a free detailed city handbook, and a guided tour of the Real Madrid Football Stadium.  On top of all that, at the famous restaurant Casa del Jamon, you'll receive a free tapa of jamon with a refreshing beer.  This looks like a great way to combine a relaxing holiday to Spain with a nice mix of history, arts, & culture.  However, the best part of all is that I can finally check out that famous nightlife that my friend seems to never run out of crazy stories about.

TripAdvisor Top 10 Beach Scenes

TripAdvisor recently released a list of the top ten beach destinations in the world.  South Beach leads a list featuring Waikiki, Mykonos,  and Cabo San Lucas, to name a few.  The best part is every hot spot on the list is featured right here on hotelbook.  Plus, with TripAdvisor’s large online traveler community, find out previous guest opinions on all of our properties in each location, and find the best independent hotel for your next summer trip.

Here's a look at the list of TripAdvisor's Top Ten Hottest Beach Scenes:

1. Miami, Florida
2. Ibiza, Spain
3. Cancun, Mexico
4. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
5. Nice, France
6. Phuket, Thailand
7. Mykonos, Greece
8. Surfer's Paradise, Gold Coast, Australia
9. Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
10. Waikiki Beach, Hawaii

Summer at the Beach

Well, summer's finally starting up. Just the other day, I thought I was good and ready to take a dip in the community pool. However, when I approached the pool, I believe I blinded a few folks with my pale white skin, so I think its time to head off to a secluded beach where I won't worry about scaring the kids! Luckily, I just found about hotelbook's top ten beach resorts. As it turned out, I found a great deal at the Surf & Sand hotel in Laguna Beach, and it looks to be a great trip. Here's to a relaxing trip to California, and hopefully, perhaps a change in complexion.