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Ron Otto is from the USA and has been living in Madrid since 2002. Fan of authentic travel, great food, and photography. Owner and travel planner for Best In Spain Travel Concierge in Madrid.

4 of the best private island escapes

ByRon Otto May 18, 2016May 17, 2016

What is it about private islands that makes us dream about them so? Many of us have done it,…

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3 of the best 5 star Mallorca hotels to know before you go to

ByRon Otto April 16, 2016April 15, 2016

Offering everything from a vibrant city life to lush countryside escapes Mallorca has been a long time favorite for…

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Top 5 design wineries in Spain

Top 5 design wineries in Spain

ByRon Otto March 16, 2016March 16, 2016

Wine making is a craft that date back thousands of years and in Spain wine makers not only strive…

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3 hot hotels not to miss in Spain

ByRon Otto February 15, 2016

For a long time Spain’s hotel industry has offered mid level properties weighted down in tradition, regulation and poor…

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5 luxury musts in Menorca

ByRon Otto February 11, 2016

Just northeast of Mallorca and the party isle of Ibiza, is an exotic island that offers the best mix…

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A bright Christmas and New Year in Madrid

ByRon Otto December 15, 2015December 15, 2015

When I first got to Madrid in 2002 I have to say I was not particularly impressed with what…

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My favorite rental properties in Spain

ByRon Otto November 25, 2015

One of my favorite ways for a more authentic yet luxurious  experience of Spain is to rent a villa…

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The 10 best boutique hotels in Spain

The 10 best boutique hotels in Spain

ByRon Otto October 9, 2015November 11, 2015

Historical and architectural preservation and city building codes play a big role in the level of creativity needed to…

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5 luxury products not to miss when visiting Spain

ByRon Otto September 15, 2015

One of Spain’s biggest attractions is its culinary culture, whether it is a family meal at home, bar hopping…

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5 favorite dishes in Madrid

ByRon Otto August 18, 2015

One of my favorite pleasures of Spain is the food. No matter which corner of the country you may…

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6 of the best beaches for a special Summer in Spain

ByRon Otto July 27, 2015

Spain has 4,964 kilometers of coastline and between 150 and 300 days of sun, depending on where you are…

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The 5 most indulgent activities in Madrid

ByRon Otto March 21, 2015March 21, 2015

Madrid is one of the biggest small towns I know. It has all the benefits of a major cosmopolitan…

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