150 | DESTINATION GUIDES More free monthly guides available at traveller.easyJet.com Madrid Spain EXCLUSIVE Tse Yang (Villa Magna, 22 Paseo de la Castellana, tel: 914 311 888) Undoubtedly Madrid’s best Chinese fi nedining experience. The lavish interior is divided by exquisitely carved screens, while graceful imperial scenes adorn the walls. The menu includes fresh seafood with soy and ginger, dim sum, Szechuanstyle spicy chicken and a particularly succulent Peking duck. AFTER DARK LOW KEY La Escalera de Jacob (9 Calle Lavapiés, tel: 915 391 044) This intimate bar is just on the edge of Lavapiés, Madrid’s most diverse neighbourhood. Enjoy a snack from the tapas menu and a glass of wine while sitting on the outdoor terrace. LIVE MUSIC La Cueva del Bolero (1 Calle Cid, tel: 914 315 229) Some excellent cover bands, as well as local pop and rock bands, get the crowd moving in this underground bar. Quench your thirst from a good selection of beers and drinks. LATE & LIVELY El Perro (15 Calle Puebla) Try as you might, you won’t fi nd a more hedonistic and fun night out than at El Perro, as DJ and host Jamie mixes on the decks and everyone gets on the dancefl oor. THIS MONTH SHOP Take a stroll along the length of Calle Barquillo to discover trendy fashion boutiques. At No.18 is Gion, which sells oriental-inspired garments; at No.30, Santa Rita has original outfi ts for women; and at No.34 is Callate la Boca, with a vast range of fab T-shirts. SEE Don’t miss the landmark exhibition, The Hermitage in the Prado Museum, which fi nishes on 25 March. More than 70 masterpieces, including works by Picasso, Rubens and Caravaggio, showcase the treasures of one of Russia’s most important museums. GO After visiting the Royal Palace and Opera House, pop inside the Opera Metro station. You’ll fi nd the archaeological remains of Madrid’s medieval water system, as well as stone walls and wells. ESCAPE Catch the AVE train at Atocha and, in just an hourand-a-half, you can be in Valencia. Have a swim in the Med, eat a seafood paella and explore the Old Town. NO WAY! Around 1,000 years ago Madrid was a thriving Arab town with hundreds of mosques. Scott Adams Majorca Spain DIALLING CODE +34 CURRENCY € FLY FROM Basel, Belfast (BFS), Berlin, Bristol, Dortmund, Edinburgh, Geneva, Glasgow, Liverpool, London (LGW, LTN, SEN, STN), Manchester, Milan (MXP), Naples, Newcastle, Paris (CDG), Rome FROM THE AIRPORT TAXI Pre-book your taxi at easyJet.com. A local taxi costs €20. Route 1 goes to central Palma. Tickets: €2. For Arenal take bus No.21. BON APPETIT UP TO €15 O’Neill’s (Carrer de Paris, Palma Nova) If you fancy great pub food served in comfortable and friendly surroundings, O’Neill’s is the place to head to. Expect topquality, homemade food and great two-forone deals after 6pm. Kitchen closes at 10pm Monday to Saturday. UP TO €30 La Boveda (3 Carrer Boteria, Palma, tel: 971 714 863) Probably Palma’s best-known and busiest tapas bar, which means you may have to wait to get a table, as it only takes bookings for the fi rst sitting at 8.30pm. Busy with tourists and locals alike. UP TO €50 Il Paradiso (243 Joan Miró, tel: 971 103 379) This Italian restaurant is truly splendid and unique in style. The main dining room boasts fl oor-to-ceiling windows from which you can view Cala Major Bay, or you can dine al fresco on the spacious terrace. Samples from the menu include penne paridiso served with sautéed beef strips. The mouthwatering dishes are all served with a smile, making this a truly brilliant dining experience. EXCLUSIVE Villa Italia (13 Camino de San Carlos, Port d’Andratx, tel: 971 674 100) Chef Christian Catrina creates the perfect combination of Mediterranean and international dishes, carefully prepared and beautifully presented. Indulge on house specialities including a tasty tuna carpaccio or sole encased in an almond crust while overlooking stunning views of the port. A truly memorable experience. AFTER DARK LOW KEY Era Café and Bar (338 Avenida Joan Miro, San Agustin, Palma, YO YOU WANT IT, , WE GO GOT IT! WHETHER LAST MINUTE OR PEAK SEASON, WE ALWAYS GUARANTEE AVAILABILITY WHEN YOU BOOK ONLINE. tel: 971 404 359) The perfect place to start your evening. Enjoy a pre-dinner drink in super-cool surroundings. LIVE MUSIC Exit Rock Bar (60 Calle San Magin, Santa Catalina, tel: 971 287 721) A rock bar with various live-music events throughout the week and weekends, Exit also off ers a fully equipped recording studio upstairs, if you’re feeling that little bit songful. LATE & LIVELY Abraxas (42 Paseo Maritimo) Formerly known as Pacha, Abraxas is a force to be reckoned with and is undoubtedly one of Palma’s fi nest nightclubs. It boasts two dancefl oors, three bars, several private areas and a huge outdoor terrace on which to chill out and watch the sunrise. HOTEL ROC LINDA ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ By Ca’n Pastilla beach and resort, this hotel has great amenities and cool rooms. Breakfast included. From €33, book at hotels.easyJet.com. THIS MONTH SHOP Knox Design are one of the island’s top specialists in interior design, off ering original and hand-selected pieces from furnishings to objets d’art and quirky gift items (knoxdesign.net). SEE Mallorca’s International Classic Car Rally attracts rally teams and motor enthusiasts from all over Europe. Vintage vehicles race along a 600km route, including a scenic coastal section. Prizes are also awarded for the most beautiful cars. GO Plaza Mayor in the heart of the city is the perfect place to sit, chill and watch the world go by. With street entertainers and market stalls, there’s plenty to keep you occupied. ESCAPE Take a trip to Puig de Randa, which rises 542m above the plains of Lluchmajor, and visit three monasteries built in the 13th century. From the terraces of Nuestra Señora de la Cura, you will experience impressive views over the entire island. NO WAY! Some 1.8 million cruise ship passengers passed through Palma de Mallorca in 2011. David Anderson Europcar guarantees easyJet passengers great car rental deals. For your discounted price book at easyJet.com or visit the Europcar desk.
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