The Internet is a vast sea of travel information and honestly, it can be a little overwhelming at times. It feels good to sit down with a printed book in hand, complete with colored pictures, easy-on-the-eyes print and predictably organized chapters. Whether you plan on visiting Madrid for a weekend, a week or an extended stay, a travel guide will come in handy to help you find your way around. Many books have maps, addresses, phone numbers, websites and other tips to make your vacation as wonderful and fulfilling as possible.
Fodor’s has been a well-respected publisher of travel guides for more than seventy years, and is spearheaded by a team of over 700 professional writers. The vision of founder Eugene Fodor was to “bring to life the people and customs” of a destination, rather than spouting dry facts and figures. At www.fodors.com/world/europe/spain/madrid, you will find topics like “Top Reasons To Go,” “Getting Oriented,” “Where to Go,” “Planning Your Time” and “Spain’s Top 15 Values For Travelers on a Budget.” You can also read about their top recommended restaurants, the most popular hotels and learn some additional travel tips. At a glance, you’ll have a good idea of why people are drawn to Madrid.
Rough Guides (at www.roughguides.com) is another great travel guide. Here you can search “Madrid Freebies” for a list of all the free museum hours, so you can make the most of your trip. You’ll also find a section on “Madrid’s Vegetarian Restaurants,” which is perfect for the health-conscious herbivore. Learn about Madrid’s “Fiestas” or get travel info on “Madrid in the Summer.” You’ll also be able to buy books of directions and maps to help you get around the city centre with ease. Whether you’re looking to find hotels, flights or food in Madrid, it’s all on the website for free. There are also great day trips outside of Madrid if you feel a sudden impulsive whim to venture across the rest of Spain.
The Eyewitness Travel Guide series has been highly touted by many reputable sources. According to Travel & Leisure, the books are “Encyclopedic in scope, it’s meant to be used before, during, and after your stay.” The NY Times Syndicate touts the “hundreds of 3-D aerial maps of districts, streets and buildings” and “unique graphics” that give you an insider’s glimpse at museum floor plans and short cuts. The Travelers’ Need section will help you find hotels, entertainment, shops and restaurants, while the Survival Guide navigates you through airports, public transit, restrooms and keeps you out of crime-riddled areas. You can find the Madrid travel book written by Michael Leapman at Barnes and Nobles.
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