Madrid, Spain: Food, Flamenco & the Neighbourhoods Tourists Miss (Expat Insider Guide)

MADRID UNCOVERED: Insider Tips, Hidden Gems & La Movida – Life in Spain's CapitalJoin Paula as she chats with Kristin Montgomery, an international teacher who has lived and worked across Switzerland, Singapore, Colombia, Germany and beyond – and is now back in Madrid completing a master's degree in Spanish. Kristin first fell in love with the city as a young graduate on an English assistantship program nearly 20 years ago, and she's back to tell us exactly why Madrid keeps pulling people in.Whether you're planning a first visit or adding it to your bucket list, this episode is packed with everything you need to know. And if you're on a Spain tour, make sure you also check out our episodes on Season 1 Granada (Episode 21) and Tenerife (Episode 20) – Spain really does keep delivering!Key TopicsWhat Madrid is really famous for (hint: it's all about the vibe)Where to stay, when to visit, and how to get aroundThe best food and drinks to try – including what the locals actually orderA 3-day itinerary that goes beyond the tourist trailDay trips to Segovia and ToledoThe souvenir worth spending proper money onWhy you should choose a hotel over Airbnb right nowKristin's hidden gem neighbourhood the guidebooks overlookHelpful LinksGrowing Global Citizens – Kristin's website Travel with peace of mind: Airalo EsimMadrid Guided Tour of the PalaceWelcome to Madrid Walking tour If you want to know more about Kristin and her work with international educators, find her online at Growing Global Citizens Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Send us Fan MailHelp Truly Expat Travel by leaving a review or making a donation Here is the link - https://buymeacoffee.com/trulyexpatFind Your Perfect Rental Compare prices from 500+ car rental companies worldwide and save up to 70%. Best price guaranteed.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Find me on:Website: Truly Expat Travel Facebook: Truly ExpatInstagram: Truly Expat Travel TikTok: Truly Expat Travel Running this podcast takes a lot of coffee (and countless hours exploring every destination!). If you found this helpful and want to support more honest, detailed travel guides and itineraries, you can buy me a coffee. No pressure though – I'm just happy you're here and hope you have an incredible adventure! 🙂