Why would you want to holiday at home? We’re into travel… adventure! But with the world economy the way it’s been lately, you might find that your budget just won’t take a big international trip. In the U.S., the press has even come up with a new word for this… “staycation” instead of vacation.
You still need a break from work, so…. you can find fun and adventure close to home. Plan something a little less ambitious this year and save money to get back out into the world next year.
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Madrid is another of the great capitals of Europe to explore. It may lack the glitz of Barcelona or the popularity Seville, but it has plenty of romance of its own. It’s the home to Spanish Kings and Queens. It has a great medieval center to explore. Its museums are among the greatest in the world, and it has plenty of tapas bars and nightclubs.
Let’s start in the Puerto del Sol. This is one of Madrid’s most important squares. It’s a great central location to start from. In fact it’s the point in Spain from which all distances are measured. There are many hotels in the vicinity. You can catch the subway here or just walk to the main sights. It’s centrally located between the Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace in one direction and the museums in the other direction.
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Should you drink only bottled water when you’re traveling? Is it safe to drink tap water? Is it safe to brush your teeth with it?
These questions come up no matter where you’re traveling. In most developed countries, you don’t need to drink bottled water all the time. Tap water will be safe to drink. The water you need to be most concerned about is water that might contain microorganisms that will make you sick.
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