Hey all,

I'm new to this board--I just came into a nice pile of money (via a little bit of blackjack in Nevada ) and a trip to Spain has finally become a real possibility for me. I lived in Spain (Madrid, Alcala, Caceres, Ciudad Real, Villalba) from 1997 to 1999 and have wanted to go back ever since I left la madre patria.

Before I make any big decisions though, I would like to get some advice about planning a trip to Spain on such short notice. I would probably go in mid-June and leave mid-July. Would I have problems with lodging at all? Do hostals fill up fast in the summertime? DO I really need reservations?

Also, does anyone know from experience the best (cheapest) way to get from London to Madrid? I've found some nice prices for flights into London, but have no interest in seeing any of it.

Thanks in advance,

Jerry

Jerry

Getting a flight from London to Madrid shouldn't be too difficult.

I have used easyJet and had very cheap and good flights from Liverpool to Madrid but never from London, which is one of their routes.

They are offering bookings up until the end of October at the moment.

easyJet

or try

Go

Good luck.

Jo

Also, try BA and BMI website. I have found them to be cheaper out of Heathrow at times.They also E-ticket which can be very convenient and cheaper.