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DESTINATION PRESENTATION MADRID

MADRID CENTRE

Madrid is the capital of Spain and the largest municipality in Spain. Madrid is the third- largest city in the European Union after London and Berlin. Because of Madrid’s historical character, the many cultural events and de pleasant atmosphere, it belongs to one of the main destinations in Spain. Even though Madrid is the capital of Spain, it feels a lot more intimate than other capitals. All the neighbourhoods in Madrid have their

• wn character so you will discover something

new on every corner and every square.

CATEDRAL DE SANTA MARIA LA REAL DE LA ALMUDENA

EDIFICIO METRÓPOLIS

TEMPLO DE DEBOD

PALACIO DE CRISTAL

4* & 5* HOTELS MADRID

RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX ORFILA *****

Hotel Orfila is a boutique hotel whom has 32 rooms from what 12 are suites. It is the only hotel in Madrid where every room is different with regards to its architecture and decoration. All rooms have free Wi-Fi connection. The furniture, all from the XIX Century, has been brought directly from different European countries. Hotel Orfila offers a restaurant called El Jardín de Orfila. Recently Michelin-Star chef Mario Sandoval took over the kitchen. The menu is a gastronomic experience that combines luxury with haute cuisine. The meeting rooms Tragaluz (with dome-shaped glass roofs and

• penings to the garden), the Tea

Room and the Terrace are perfect places to hold business meetings, receptions, lunches an dinners.

The Hotel Único is accommodated within a 19th Century Mansion situated in one of Madrid’s most fashionable neighbourhood, Salamanca, at the very heart of the

• city. With 44 rooms and suites, a

private garden with lounge area, a restaurant directed by Ramón Freixa (awarded with two Michelin Stars), function rooms, library and a wellness and gymnasium the hotel has everything you need. With designer lighting and a timeless comfortable ambience the hotel radiates a sophisticated and contemporary urban

• atmosphere. The bedrooms are

equipped with king-size beds dressed in impeccable Egyptian cotton sheets, LCD monitors and Blu-ray DVD players, built-in stereo system with iPod, iPhone and MP3 connection. The bathrooms are inspired by a private spa with over-sized bath tubs, shower and hydro-massage.

HOTEL ÚNICO *****

The Principal Madrid Hotel is a luxurious modern boutique hotel with 76 elegantly appointed

• rooms. It’s located in the heart of

Madrid on the Gran Via. The rooms and suites display an elegance characterized by muted colours and high-quality textiles. The Principal Madrid features two panoramic areas: Ático and La Terraza. Ático is located at the 6th floor of the hotel and hosts chef Ramón Freixa’s, who owns two Michelin stars, most intuitive and informal gastronomic project. On the 7th floor is La Terraza

• located. La Terraza is a rooftop

where you can relax on the sundeck while enjoying the 360 degrees view over the skyline of

• Madrid. It’s also possible to drink a

cocktail or have a nice dinner

• utside.

THE PRINCIPAL MADRID HOTEL *****

ME MADRID REINA VICTORIA ****

The ME Madrid Reina Victoria is strategically located in the heart of the city, with easy access to the major attractions such as the Prado Museum, Reina Sofia Museum, Plaza Payor, the Royal Palace and many more. The hotel features 192 rooms and are all fully equipped with 32 inch plasma screen TV CD/DVD and iPod dock. Guests at the ME Madrid can use a large gym, spa and beauty centre right next door to the hotel. ME Madrid Reina Victoria features rooftop terrace ‘’Radio’’ and restaurant ‘’Ana la Santa’’. Radio is an exclusive bar on the rooftop terrace that offers a panoramic view of the city. The Ana la Santa restaurant is based around a new type of cuisine with the highest quality products and familiar recipes prepared with a distinctive and very innovative flair.

Only YOU Boutique Hotel Madrid is located in a historic 19th-century mansion situated in the trendy area of Madrid: Salesas. The hotel’s hallmark is its groundbreaking décor, the work

• f acclaimed designer Lázaro

Rosa-Violán, which has earned several international awards, including Best Boutique Hotel in the World in the Design category. The hotel has 125 bedrooms and are comfortable, welcoming and have their own character. Restaurant YOUnique offers a new concept of gastronomy, based on a blend of authentic traditional cuisine from Madrid and surprising modern touches. Only YOU Boutique Hotel Madrid also contains an Asian-inspired wellness offering an exotic, authentic and fresh experience.

ONLY YOU BOUTIQUE HOTEL ****

RESTAURANT/EVENT VENUES

LA TERRAZA DEL CASINO

La Terraza del Casino rates among the most innovative playerson Madrid’s gastronomic stage. The restaurant opened its doors in 1988 and is located in the Casino de Madrid building. Discover Madrid’s skyline while enjoying the culinary experimental menu. The restaurant has 2 Michelin stars and offers haute cuisine for the ones who search

• riginality, creativity and the

chance to enjoy a new culinary experience.

MEMBIBRE

Membibre is a classic Madrid restaurant located in the neighbourhood of Chamberí. Membibre has been around for half a century, but the attention wasn’t there until the son of the former owners took over the

• kitchen. The menu focusses on

small dishes that you can share. They also offer a tasting menu that vary depending on the season.

The best kept secret of Hotel Único is its garden. Free from Madrid’s background hum with an outdoor lounge it’s a great location for an event. The Garden offers space for up to 120 delegates.

GARDEN AT HOTEL ÚNICO

BOTÍN

Botín is officially the oldest restaurant in the world according to the Guiness Book

• f Records, it was founded in

1725. Apart from using the original recipes, the restaurant also kept the flame burning in the over continuously, never to be

• extinguished. The restaurant

and its specialty of cochinillo asado (roast suckling pig) are mentioned in the closing pages

• f Ernest Hemmingway’s novel

The Sun Also Rises. The venue can accommodate up to 200 delegates and can be hired exclusively for lunch from Monday to Wednesday. There is also a possibility to host a wine-tasting for corporate groups.

ACTIVITY IDEAS

HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE OVER SEGOVIA

Segovia is a city in the autonomous region of Castile and León and is famous for its Roman aqueduct and cathedral which is one of the last Gothic temples to be built in

• Europe. From the hot air balloon

you will see all the beautiful Roman and Medieval buildings In 1985 the old city of Segovia and its Aqueduct were declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.

BIKING TOUR

During a biking tour in Madrid you will go on a historical journey and see the all the city’s greatest sights. The biking tour includes a local and personal guide that will enlighten your knowledge while being in the fresh air.

PAELLA COOKING CLASS

Paella is a well known and typical Spanish dish and a must-try when in

• Spain. The cooking class start with a

visit to the local market to buy all the fresh ingredients that goes in to the

• paella. Back in the cooking school, the

sangria will be prepared first. After that the class will make an appetizer and later the paella. Everything will be under the guidance of an experienced chef. When everyone has finished cooking, it’s time to enjoy the food and sangria.

FLAMENCO DANCE CLASS

Flamenco is the most famous Spanish

• dance. The dance originated in the

18th century in Andalusia, a region in southern Spain. During the Flamenco dance class you will first learn the simple basic Flamenco steps and once you’ve got the basics, the teacher will build up the speed and get you twirling and stamping to the music in no time.

TAPAS & WINE TASTING TOUR

Discover Madrid’s culinary scene during a tapas and wine tasting tour. Taste the different kind of typical tapas and fitting wines. Spain is a great wine exporter, so what better place to taste the wines than in the capital?

TRIP TO TOLEDO

Toledo was declared as World Heritage Site in 1986 by UNESCO for its extensive monumental and cultural

• heritage. It is full of small hidden

squares, small streets and historic buildings and monuments. Toledo is also called the city of three cultures, because Christians, Arabs and Jews lived here together for many years. There is a possibility to add a wine and tapas tasting to the trip to Toledo, since Toledo as multiple great restaurants and bars. From Madrid there goes a high-speed train to Toledo that will bring you there in 30 minutes

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