Del Retiro catalogued in the center of Madrid, the Parque del Retiro is an extremely beautiful park that is more than just a pretty sight. It would not be an overstatement to define Retiro Park primarily as a place for rest for the business man; at that, it is an excellent place for beautiful meetings and short walks, which can give birth to many brilliant business conceptions.
Insider tip: Stroll around the Marina in Buenos Aires and take a picture at the Palacio de Cristal; a beautiful building to contemplate.
Staying in the right area when in Madrid is very important since it determines the productivity level of an individual. The Salamanca district is very polished and is in close proximity to some of the primary business locations; thus, business people find it convenient to live in the district. For elegantly dining, try Platea Madrid which is associated with both, exquisite food, and a thrilling environment that can be used for business purposes or to relax after work. Concerning the manners within the local businesses, people are punctual, but before business-related discussions, there is always a small talk.
Thus, after a successful closing of a deal or between two meetings, it would be interesting to visit the Royal Palace exclusively, as well as to try the famous Restaurante Botín which is known to be the oldest restaurant in the world according to the Guinness Book of Records. Thus, this successful mix of historical sites and gastronomy will make your flight’s business class feeling even more royal and give you a glimpse of Madrid’s heritage and its passion for food.
Currently Madrid is quickly transforming into one of the most important centres of technological advancement and start-ups. Madrid as a city envisions itself as the technological hub of Europe and this is seen by increase in cases of co-working spaces such as The Cube and tech incubation areas. To the business people this growth signals potential for investment and partnership which places Madrid more as a city for the future than just for the history.
Every corner and every street has a tale to tell in Madrid and for the business traveler there is a perfect mix of what the business world has to offer as well as what can be deemed as fun. From the silence of the interiors of Parque del Retiro to the innovative heartbeat of Madrid’s tech city, the city holds your hand and beckons you to embrace business travel the way it should be: efficient, effective, and oh so luxurious.
