Where Madrid Hangs Its Dreams
The wishes of thousands hung up in hopes that one day they would come true.
Madrid 2025
Step Into the Glow: Madrid’s Light Museum Lets You Feel the Neon
It doesn’t take a spaceship to feel the effects of another universe. With immersive optical illusions and neon beams within arms reach, Museo de la Luz is a sensory experience that blurs the lines between art and science.
Real Madrid’s Theatre of Dreams
Just outside the center of Madrid lies one of the city’s most treasured landmarks: the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. More than just a soccer stadium, the Bernabéu is a symbol of Madrid’s pride, passion, and evolving identity.
Its Way Too Hot To Handle! Madrid
The intense heat of Madrid is starting to effect us and we’re finding different ways to handle this heat.
A Red Card with Unlimited Possibilities
Bus 36 sets off to take its riders to their desired destination. The public transportation in Madrid is better than you might imagine.
The Art of Rebellion: Ink, Paint & Protest
Street art in Madrid is more than just graffiti — it’s a revolution painted on walls.
Walking Towards Progress
As you stand before a crosswalk on a traffic-dense street in Madrid, you can hear the familiar anthem of cars hitting pavement, the wind rustling your hair as they whip past you. It’s a similar sight to roads in America,… Read More »Walking Towards Progress
La Santoria, A Speakeasy with a Story
Tucked away within the busy streets of Madrid lies a door that says: “Ring the bell,” with a hidden world behind it.
A View Worth Fighting For
The expansive view we were greeted with after climbing a section of the guard tower. The sheer beauty of it almost made up for the incredibly tense traveling it took to get to the Moorish Castle.
This meal in Madrid will leave you star-struck!
Have you ever wanted to try Michelin Star level food, but you feel like it’s not very attainable? If you said yes, look no further than Gustoo!
The Sacred Speakeasy
At first glance, the large wooden door to the repostería stands strong, protective of the secrets that lie within. But to the visitor who takes a closer look, this door offers a mysteriously sacred speakeasy…
As Plan-A Drifted Away
It was supposed to be the best night, a sunset party boat, dancing on the water and making core memories. But fate (and Lisbon, Portugal festival traffic) had other plans.
Hidden Gems of Lisbon
Art, culture, and creativity hidden in Lisbon, Portugal. Where history and new age meet to create art, music, and vibes.
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The Feathered Kings of Lisbon
Who are the real guardians of Lisbon’s historic Castelo de São Jorge castle? The answer might surprise you.
Italian Flavors, Iberian Views
Past the busy streets of Lisbon lies a dimly lit restaurant giving you a little taste of Italy.