Charles Jordan

Chulapos dancing the Chotis Celebrating San Isidro in Madrid If you're traveling to Madrid during the first half of May, you're in for a treat! The feast of Madrid's patron saint, San Isidro, is on May 15th and during the days leading up to it you'll get to see locals getting into the spirit. NOTE: The official schedule for 2026 is not yet available. We chatted online with the folks at SanIsidro.com , asking when it would be. They said there wasn't a firm date, but that the official schedule...

Chulapos and chulapas fill Madrid’s plaza with music and movement, led by a central dancer in a red polka-dot dress—an homage to tradition and joy during Día de la Almudena. Top 5 Things Tourists Shouldn’t Miss on Día de la Almudena We like to make sure our readers are aware of unique and authentic events taking place in Madrid that they may enjoy during their stay. The Día de la Almudena is an important religious celebration that takes place on November 9th each year; and the preceding...

Parador de Santiago de Compostela Paradores Nacionales de España: Where History Meets Hospitality In This Article: What Are the Paradores Nacionales de España? A Century of Preserving Heritage and Promoting Tourism Staying in Castles, Monasteries, and Architectural Icons Spotlight: Parador de Vielha in the Arán Valley Spotlight: Parador de Santillana Gil Blas in Cantabria Spotlight: Parador de Granada Spotlight: Toledo’s Parador Experience Spotlight: Parador de Santiago de Compostela Other...