Madrid, Spain
PSYCHOLOGY MADRID TRIP
Experience the hidden gems of the Spanish capital!
Overview
Driftaway champions fresh & exciting youth travel packed full of cultural experiences, nightlife hotspots, music events, foodie tours and much more. On our Madrid trip we immerse ourselves in everything this incredible city has to offer. Delve into our Sangria Party, quirky bars, Spanish wine tasting, experience a live Flamenco show and some breathtaking architecture. One of Europe's most lively cities, with so much to offer!
Hosts
BOBBY PARKER
Bobby is one of the Co-founders of Driftaway and also runs the extremely popular Bella Gente on Fridays at Backroom in Leeds. Despite appearances, we promise you he isn't also the founder of the infamous Fyre Festival!
DANNY HARRISON
Danny is one of the Co-founders of Driftaway and also owns Better Days Festival and Fresh2Death, the self proclaimed sickest student events company in Leeds. You'll likely find him on a bar crawl rather than a guided tour.
Schedule
A sneak peak of what Driftaway Barcelona could look like for you!
Cool beaches right on the edge of the city lined with bars & restaurants.
Barcelona is an explorers dream! Multiple districts to adventure around, beautiful buildings & beaches.
Music is a huge part of all Driftaway trips, so we'll be taking you to one of the most highly rated clubs in Barcelona for some Spanish infused partying.
It's called BARcelona for a reason. We're taking the adventure to the night, as we explore some of the best (and most lively) bars the city has to offer.
We'll be taking the adventure to the water for a Barcelona sunset, music, drinks and spectacular views.
What's included
Trip Tips
TRY SPANISH TAPAS
Barcelona is famous for its Spanish Tapas! You'll find it in most bars & restaurants across the city and is a must try!
TO TIP OR NOT TO TIP
Unlike a lot of other western countries, tipping culture in Barcelona is much less prominent. If you really want to, we'd advise 5% to 10% maximum!
WATCH OUT FOR PICKPOCKETS
Loads of tourists means a fair few scams. Stay away from people on the streets offering you bracelets or roses, and take care of your belongings when in crowded places.
CHECK OUT LA RAMBLA
Considered the most well known street in central Barcelona, this tree lined street stretches 1.2km and is lined with awesome boutiques, bars & restaurants.
SPEAK SOME CATALAN
Catalan is the preferred language of the locals. Learn a few simple phrases such as, bon dia (hello), merci (thank you) and adéu (goodbye).
BRING YOUR BEACH GARMS
It might be March, but you never know what weather might be waiting for us. With a beach on our doorstep & a boat cruise on the schedule, it's better to be safe than sorry.
FAQs
Personal travel insurance is not included in your trip package. Please ensure that you have this in place prior to leaving for your destination, although it is not obligatory. Driftaway Ltd will have tour operator insurance in place and all coach transport we use are fully insured for European travel.
The first 10 people that book their trip place receive a £20 per person discount off the total price! You also have a longer period to split your payment instalments over which makes managing your funds that little bit easier.
The majority of our trips are only for 3 or 4 nights so please only bring the equivalent of hand luggage, especially if travelling via coach with us from the UK. Flights will of course be cheaper if you're only bringing hand luggage or a carry on bag instead of checked in luggage.
Yes, we always try to build free time into all our trips so you can appreciate where we are at your own pace. Attending all our organised activities is not compulsory although highly advised to make the most of your trip experience.
The booking fee helps us cover the ticketing platforms cost of hosting our website and processing all purchases on our behalf as well as providing the functionality for deposits and payment instalments.
Yes, you'll need spending money for anything not included in the trip, for example, food throughout each day, drinks (including alcohol) and any activities or adventures you want to do during your free time. We'd advise bringing a small amount of cash just in case. Please be aware of pickpockets, especially in busy city centre locations.
You must adhere to the 90-day-visa-free limit if you are a British passport holder but at present, you do not require a visa for a short stay visit. You can find more information here: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain/entry-requirements