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Only YOU Hotel Atocha

Only YOU Hotel is located in the center of Madrid, just a few minutes from the Retiro park and several other Madrid attractions. The hotel was designed to create a feeling of urban comfort while maintaining a sophisticated character. There are 204 contemporary styled bedrooms with full amenities, natural light, and a relaxing atmosphere. You can choose from four types of rooms – Delux, Premium, Junior Suite, or Terrace Suite -depending on how much space you need. The Terrace Suite is located on the top floor of the hotel and is the most exclusive bedroom with a separate lounge and a fully furnished solarium terrace.

The hotel has three dining options depending on what your taste buds are calling each day. The Sep7ima rooftop bar offers incredible views of southern Madrid, high-quality menu items, and a relaxing atmosphere. This is a perfect place to start your day with a morning brunch or end your day with a glass of wine overlooking the sunset. There is also Trotamundos, a mestizo cuisine restaurant offering exotic flavors, oriental cuisine, and a diverse range of options for adventurous diners. Finally, there is the Mama Framboise bakery which has a splendid selection of fresh pastries and coffee. This bakery is similar to a typical New York bakery, but of course, has a classy Madrid twist.

With great rooms, a large selection of restaurants, and a centralized location just a short walk to top shopping centers, cafes, and attractions, you can’t go wrong with a stay at Only YOU!

Cafe Madrid

This trendy cocktail bar and cafe has just about everything you could want: a stylish interior, friendly bartenders, creative cocktails, delicious carrot cake, free WIFI, and a romantic atmosphere. It’s also dog-friendly, so you are sure to see locals sipping on coffee and cocktails with their furry friends. Cafe Madrid is a perfect place to wind down in the evenings, in an inviting ambiance with nice background music and dim lighting. This is truly a hidden gem of Madrid that you don’t want to miss.

La Escudilla

La Escudilla is a kosher restaurant located in the Camberi neighborhood, next to the synagogue Beth Yaacov. Since 2002, the Susana family has run the restaurant and all of their Glatt Kosher meat is supplied by their own sister butchery in Madrid. The restaurant’s tasty cuisine comes from North Africa and Sephardic roots, which combine together to produce authentic and flavorful dishes. 40 guests can fit in La Escudilla’s two dining rooms, making it a perfect space for large groups and banquets.

Traditional English Food Tour

While the focus of this tour is on the flavors of traditional English cuisine, you will also learn about London’s fascinating history and culture. You will visit famous attractions and sites, 1,000-year-old food markets, and hidden pubs and tea warehouses.

At the end, after more than 10 authentic food tastings, you will sit down for cream tea and discuss the highlights of the tour while getting some great travel tips from your tour guide to ensure a successful visit in the English capital. You will leave not only with a full belly, but with more knowledge and a head full of stories that will help you understand London’s traditions and culture.

Jewish London

Most cities around the world, including London, have felt the influence of Jewish culture. The history of Jews in London began in 1066 when William the Conqueror encouraged Jewish artisans and merchants to move from northern France to England. Since then, the London Jewish community has thrived in certain areas of the city and you will hear all about the ups and downs that occurred before and after Edward’s expulsion of the Jews in 1290. On this Jewish London tour, you will learn about the Jewish history in London from the Middle Ages to the present, visiting several historical sites such as the Bevis Marks Synagogue, the Sandy Row Synagogue, and the Kinder Transport Memorial.

London Walks: Old Jewish Quarter Tour

London Walks was founded by Australian Keith Baverstock because he was fed up with the unoriginality of the London tourist scene. He wanted to create an urban walking tour company with high standards and uniquely crafted tours. The Old Jewish Quarter tour takes you back to what Jewish life was like for the East End Jewish community. You will hear stories of poverty and pogroms, and the success of several Jewish figures such as the Rothschilds, Prime Minister Disraeli, and poet Isaac Rosenberg. Some of the tour’s highlights include the Bevis Marks synagogue and old shtetl.

Laurence Summers

Laurence Summers was born and raised in London and is a qualified Blue Badge tour guide. While he can tell you the history of the top sights in London such as, the Westminster Abbey and St Paul’s Cathedral, he also offers a few more specialized tours. Maybe you are interested in literature, football, art, music, or you wish to hear the tale of Jack the Ripper or of the Great Fire of London tragedy.

There are also several other areas of further distances in the country that Laurence can take you to as well, either by car or train. You can explore the history of the Windsor Castle, the Hampton Court Palace, Stonehenge, or the Blenheim Palace. Wherever you want to explore, Laurence will be happy to accompany you and teach you everything he knows.

Rachel Kolsky

Engaging, knowledgeable and entertaining Rachel Kolsky (www.golondontours.com) is a popular prize-winning London Blue Badge Tourist Guide.
Focussing on the ‘human stories behind the buildings’ Rachel’s tours are fun an informative, filled with anecdotes past and present. From off-the-beaten-track London and famous personalities to cinemas and shopping, memories of all aspects of London’s rich and varied social history come flooding back.

Before embarking on her career as Guide and Lecturer Rachel, a qualified librarian, worked as an information professional in the financial services industry for over 25 years being recognized at the industry level with the Information Professional of the Year award in 2006. Her professional organization, SLA, awarded her the Membership Achievement Award in 2008.

When not working or guiding she supports her local independent cinema, The Phoenix, East Finchley, where she was a Trustee for over 20 years. Rachel has published four books, Jewish London (2012), Whitechapel in 50 Buildings (2016), Secret Whitechapel (2017) and Women’s London (2018) and she is thrilled to have been a guest lecturer on cruises since 2009.

Stephen Burstin

Before working as a tour guide, Stephen worked as a journalist with multiple national newspapers. Stephen worked for three years as an independent guide in Rome where he lead tours in the Jewish Ghetto, the Coliseum, the Roman Forum, and the Ostia Antica. He was born in the East End of London, and at eight years old began researching his Jewish roots in London. This early interest in his Jewish roots has led Stephen to where he is today, as he continues to conduct several Jewish-themed tours in London.

Leading tours is not just his livelihood, but also his passion. Stephen leads tours for families exploring Jewish London, schools whose students are learning about different cultures and religions, and even social clubs who might want to take an educational outing to the Old Jewish Quarter.

For the fifth year in a row, Stephen was awarded a Certificate of Excellence and TripAdvisor has welcomed him and his tours into their own Trip Advisor Hall of Fame. Stephen also won the title, Cultural Tour Guide of the Year, by the Luxury Travel Guides in 2017. He is excited to share his knowledge and enthusiasm about the fascinating history and rich Jewish heritage of London during his explorations with you.

Monty’s Deli

Since Monty’s Deli opened as a market stall in 2012, its owner, Mark, has been obsessed with creating the perfect pastrami and beef sandwiches. Monty’s Deli is one of the only places in Britain to make their own salt beef and pastrami. The deli is proud to say that they produce everything by hand, from their bagels and rye bread, to their cured meat and mustard. Their award winning sandwiches are generously portioned, and at Monty’s Deli you are sure to find amazing Jewish soul food made with nothing but love and a few secret family recipes.

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