I am a big fan of Madrid and Spain in general. I lived there for a little while some years ago, and remember fondly
the late late nights out (Madrilenos LOVE to stay out until the wee hours of the morning), the small market near the
Alcantara metro where I used to buy loads of sausages and cheese, the cheap and wonderful red wine. Then there were
bullfights, museums like the Prado and (my favorite) the
Thyssen.
The Times has got a useful and comprehensive
guide to Spain that covers everything from dining, to
hotels, to
a piece on the hottest new area the Chueca District. Lots of good stuff here. I like to see the Times aggregating
their articles like this. It really helps as you plan your itinerary. And need I add that Spain is a great place to
visit right now?