A British expat has described the "confusing, thrilling and bizarre" experience of living through a major power blackout in ...

To the east of central Madrid, Parque del Buen Retiro (El Retiro Park) can be translated as "Garden of the Pleasant Retreat," and that's what it is – a sprawling swath of lush greenery filled ...

While Buen Retiro Park may be more famous, Casa de Campo is Madrid's largest public park and ... escape compared to the manicured lawns of El Retiro. Many people enjoy simply strolling around ...

Madrid has firmly established ... escape while deepening your appreciation for Spain’s culinary heritage. Picnic in the Park – El Retiro Park For a relaxing escape, make your way to El Retiro ...