Our My Way Spain tour was led by fluent-Spanish-speaking US native, Andrew L, whose help and advice were invaluable. Andrew's one-hour neighborhood walks in each city were the perfect orientation. All his recommendations on the practicalities were spot on. Which hotel on the trip has the best laundry service? Andrew knows. Need tickets to the flamenco show in Seville? Andrew can call for you.
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TIP: Andrew pointed us to the 4 Gats in Barcelona. Wonderful food, great service, and live music in a restored historic restaurant founded by modernist artists where a young Picasso had his first show.
Hotel Moderno in Madrid is located right on Del Sol. Plaza Major, the Prado and Reina Sofia are within easy walking distance. RS tour hotels alternate modesty and luxury, are chosen for comfort, cleanliness and most of all for their convenient location. Parque del Retiro is a beautiful green escape from energetic Madrid. More sketching!
Toledo is a day trip from Granada to a colorfully tiled train station with scenic hills painted by El Greco and the most stunning cathedral.
The highlight of Granada was of course, the Alhambra. Our tour began very early in the morning with a bright full moon. Later, we celebrated with a delicious dinner at Carmen De Aben Humeya with its romantic nighttime view of the illuminated Alhambra.
TIP: Reserve your Alhambra tour well in advance!