Friday, March 22, 2024

London πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ - Madrid πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ✈️

We have arrived into Spain!  After a quick trip to the supermarket to get some lunch items, this morning saw us catch 3 trains to the airport, a flight and then 3 trains to central Madrid.





Always that bit more challenging navigating public transport in another language, but rewarding when you succeed πŸŽ‰

 

We emerged from the underground into a bustling square with grand historic stylish buildings. 





A short walk to our hostel to drop off backpacks and then out to explore in the balmy late afternoon 24 degree air.  I am back in my hiking sandals and a TShirt after months in winter gear πŸŽ‰


We wandered along absorbing the atmosphere and found a very cute traditional restaurant, got the last table for alfresco dining and selected a range of tapas and a glass of sangria.  We chatted and watched the world go by and slowly ate our delicious food.  












Back to our hostel and Kim was ready for an earlier night and I went to the common room for free sangria and travel chats with other guests for an hour or so.




Looking forward to exploring Madrid tomorrow in the warmth 😊


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