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The squid sandwich – a Madrid institution. Where can you find the best ones in the city? Today we’re giving you a few tips. And we’ll start with a bit of history.

Like all cities, Madrid has plenty of interesting facts; today we’re going to tell you about a few that we think are really fun and interesting.

Down Madrid has recognised 46 companies for employing 61 workers with intellectual disabilities. Among the award winners was SLEEP’N ATOCHA, which received the award from Ruben, who works as a waiter with us.

Below, we reveal the best street art in Madrid.

Madrid isn’t just about El Rastro, and although it remains one of the most traditional and popularstreet markets, the range of options available in the capital in recent years has been incredible and caters to all tastes. At the weekends, the city is filled with colourful and alternative venues, not just for shopping but also for enjoying concerts, food and an after-dinner drink with friends.

Let’s dance and celebrate the masquerade, the pantomime, the joy and the hustle and bustle. Welcome to Carnival. Welcome to Madrid. What will you dress up as? Below, we reveal some of the many activities the capital has in store for you this Carnival.

Today we’re revealing the hidden gems where you can lose yourself whilst shopping. Just round the corner from the SLEEP’N Atocha hostel is one of Madrid’s most charming shopping areas, right in the Barrio de las Letras.

"Shopping in Madrid" is what we’re suggesting in this post. Hidden away in the Chueca, Malasaña and Fuencarral neighbourhoods is a huge variety of shops where you can make the most of the sales in the capital.

Today we’ve put together 7 easy pranks to help you have a really fun 28 December