As the capital of the Spanish Empire, Madrid was once the richest and most powerful city in the world. That kind of past leaves a big impression on a place and in Madrid it is easy to see. For palaces, museums and concerts it is up there with the best in the world.

Even if the royal family has largely abandoned the palace, Madrid remains a royal city with refined tastes. The Royal Theatre is Spain's most important classical music venue, hosting opera and concert events. And at the Royal Palace (Palacio Real) the overwhelming wealth of the Spanish Empire is at its most evident in three thousand rooms bedecked with priceless paintings from down the ages.

If you're looking for culture, you've definitely come to the right place. The museums of the "golden triangle" alone, namely the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza, feature a stunning array of paintings ranging from Old Masters to modern surrealists all housed in some of Spain's most magnificent buildings. And the rest of the city is just as rich in cultural icons and architecture.

But Madrid is also a city for going out and partying. The area of Malasana is packed with bars and restaurants that stay open until dawn and rival anything Barcelona has to offer. There is also a growing interest in flamenco among Madrid's young population, which has led to shows and clubs springing up across the city.

Add to that the most successful football team in Europe (Real (Royal) Madrid - what else would they be called?) and it is clear that Madrid today is every bit as confident as it was in its imperial heyday.

Your Trans-Atlantic Flight arrives in Madrid 1 day later. Therefore, the package is 5 days in length, but includes only 4 nights hotel accommodations.

Depart anytime April 01 thru October 26, 2008 from New York, NY or from many other US departure cities of your choice at the additional costs (See click-thru below) to:

MADRID, Spain

Once there enjoy 4 consecutive Nights at Your Choice of one of the following hotels in Madrid, Spain:

Tryp Gran Via
Address: Gran Via 25
Location: Central
Total Number of Rooms: 174

For more information about Tryp Gran Via in Madrid click here.

Tryp Cibeles
For an additional + $55 Per Person for 6 Nights Stay
Address: Mesoneros Romanos 13
Location: City Center
Total Number of Rooms: 132

For more information about Tryp Cibeles click here.

Breakfast is Included with Your Hotel Stay. Transfers to/from the hotel are NOT included.

Weekend Surcharge:
Departures from US to Spain on Friday, Saturday or Sunday are surcharged $25 per person. 
Returns from Spain to US on Friday, Saturday or Sunday are surcharged $25 per person.

Extend Your Stay!

Air Only Extension: High bidder may extend their stay in Madrid for up to 2 Months at no additional cost (NOT INCLUDING HOTEL). All travel must be completed by November 30, 2008.

Last Day to stay at the hotel is October 31, 2008!

Single Supplement: Offer is based on double occupancy but a single supplement is available for those travelling solo.

Single Supplements are as follows:

• $395 for stay at Tryp Gran Via 
• $450 for stay at Tryp Cibeles 

Note: All passengers traveling solo will be automatically charged the Highest Single Supplement listed above. To adjust your final invoice to the correct amount kindly choose one of the generic options for Single Supplement Discount upon submission of your travel dates. 

Seasonal Surcharges and Blackouts may apply - see below details.

U.S. and International taxes, fuel and security surcharges are $335 per person roundtrip!

As with all the auctions reservations are subject to the availability of specific classes of service as contracted with the carrier and not every flight or date may be available.