This post is especially useful for everybody who is visiting Barcelona for short or long-term stay. It is a Map of the cities Underground public transport, the famous Metro of Barcelona.
With the help of this you can easily navigate your way and reach any point of the city in only a few minutes. Just make sure to print your copy before or during your holidays in Barcelona.
Week of Concerts in Madrid
Madrid will become a great musical reference for the first week in October.
Miguel Bosé will be back on stage with his new tour “Papitwo” on October 4th, which will be played in the “Palacio de los Deportes” in Madrid. The male singer is an icon in music pop and a real symbol in Spain, Italy and Iberoamerica.
On October 5th, the legendary Leonard Cohen arrives to Madrid with his new and famous record “Old Ideas”. The popular Canadian, with his distinctive voice and more than fifteen albums, also got the “Principe de Asturias” prize last year, an award to his literary works. The concert will be taking place in the “Palacio de los Deportes”.
You’ll be able to watch the popular The Cranberries in the “Palacio Vistalegre The Arena”, on October 5th too. It’s two years since the last concert of the irish group in Spain, and they have chosen Madrid to release his new work. It’s a rare opportunity to watch a music group who has already sold 40 millions of records in all the world.
Jorge Drexler will play on Saturday 6th. The popular iberoamerican singer and compositer has won an Academy Award and he has written songs for famous singers as Pablo Milanés, Ana Belén… It will be a feast for everyone who likes good music and you’ll can enjoy it in the “Teatros del Canal”.
The next day, on Sunday 7th, will be the turn of the spectacular Jennifer Lopez, who will introduce the new versions of her all great hits. The perfomance, which is part of her “Dance Again, World Tour,” will be taking place in the “Palacio de los Deportes” too.
It’s an unique opportunity to enjoy from one or more of these great artists, and Rent4Days can offer you a great selection of apartments, with many of them being located in downtown Madrid, so you can comfortably organize your stay in with friends or Family.
Rent4Days annouces: Portugal commended by american journalist
Elysabeth Alfano, an american traveler journalist, falls in love with Portugal and is not shy about weaving her compliments. For her, Portugal is a country with “people full of warmth and passion, more relaxed than their Spanish neighbors”.
In her article for the Huffington Post, the reporter commends Portugal and emphasizes its fish and seafood, the beaches, monuments, Fado music and, as might be expected, the wines – especially the green wine.
Visit Portugal and rent apartment in Lisbon!
Elysabeth started her trip in Porto and went through Coimbra, Lisbon, Sintra and Obidos, finishing in Serra de Monchique (Algarve). Portugal, according to the reporter, is “everything we expect and more”.
Start your journey in Lisbon and rent an apartment with Rent4days!
Adidas Urban Festival in Lisbon
Adidas Urban Sounds @ Lx Factory
If you’re a big fan of Adidas certainly you’ve heard of “Mary Jane”, “Stan Smith”, “Gazelle” and “Adicolor”. If none of these names ring a bell, do not worry a tiny bit: you now have the perfect opportunity to become familiar with these concepts!
Adidas (a German brand of sportive wear, mostly know by its irreverent sneakers being one of the biggest competitors on Nike!) commemorates this year its 40th anniversary. What better way to celebrate than to gather the biggest names of urban music in a single space, 40 concerts as a whole, representing the 40 years of the brand? Indeed. This unique event will have place in one of the most spots in Lisbon: Lx Factory, as you would expect!
Do not leave it for the last day and book your apartment Lisbon right away!
With 32 confirmed names and 8 “moments of interaction between musicians and bands” to reveal on the day of the festival, one thing is certain: attendance is mandatory!
Delight yourself with the poster of this urban music and art festival, starting this Saturday, May 5th! … And the best part of it? – you only pay the entrance in the “Originals Hall” (mainstream music). All the other 9 are for free! J
Program:
Originals Hall – Mainstage – €20
Danger | Shit Robot | Skream feat. Sgt Pokes | Sharam | Dj Swamp
Campus Hall – INDIA THAT WEARS YOU – Hip Hop
Dj Ride | Dj Swamp | Dj Rashad & Spin
Firebird Hall – CANTINA – Indie IN-DJAY
Legendary Tiger Man (Dj Set) | Jazzanova Dj Set | Junior Boys Dj Set
Mary Jane Hall- LER DEVAGAR – Cantautores
Nik Nicotine | Jono Mccleery | Norberto Lobo
Adicolor Hall – BRIO – POP
Cavaliers of Fun | Capitães da Areia | Anoraak
Superstar Hall – NETCAST – Indie
Os Velhos | Manuel Fúria | doismileoito
Gazelle Hall – VILA LOUIZE – Electronic
Futurecop! | Bliss Dj Set | Dj Mpula (Batida)
Stan Smith Hall – NORMA JEAN – Rock Folk Dub
Beautify Junkyards | King Midas Sound System (Dj Set) | Lucas Bora Bora
Blue Hall – Trends
NCS palco de cima – Capitão Fausto
NCS palco de baixo – Dusk At The Mansion | Memória de Peixe
Sleek Hall – LX Casting Club – Rock Electro
Chad Valley | Youthless | The Electronic Conspiracy
If you are already in Lisbon enjoy an alternative day of urban influences! If you’re not in Lisbon yet… do not worry! Rent4Days will help you with your stay! Notebooks open; pen in one hand – May 5th, Adidas Urban Sounds festival not to miss!
Rent4Days Lisbon Apartments recommends: St. Valentine’s @ Brown’s Apartments
For all the romantic lovers. For all the halves of one other half. For those looking for an excuse to get a smile from that special someone…
If you haven’t had the time to think of a perfect love celebration for this year, and yet this description fits you just perfectly, Rent4Days might have the crowning solution for you (:
This year, Brown’s Apartments is all about love and special occasions, thus the argument that was missing for a memorable commemoration.
Just follow these 3 steps and give yourself the opportunity to win a free Romantic Package in the purchase of your stay:
>>1st – Like Lisbon Rent4Days Apartments facebook fans page
>>2nd – Join our Be my Valentine @ Brown’s Apartments event
>>3rd – Be the 100th fan that will be offered a Romantic Package in the purchase of the stay!
(valid for stays between February 11th and 18th)
… be a Valentine @ Brown’s Apartments by Rent4Days.
Rent4Days Lisbon Apartments recommends: FADO World Heritage
| Fado has been declared, by UNESCO, as Inatangible Cultural Herigate of Humanity, and joined the Tango in one of the world’s most beautiful types of music.The meaning of the word Fado is destiny, an hurtfull destiny, it used to be sang by the most poor people in the typical areas of Lisbon, like ALFAMA and BAIRRO ALTO.
Fado is knowned by its sad melody and simple lyrics but nowadays we also have other types of Fado more cheerful and more happy that makes us tap of feet to the soud of music.You should come to Lisbon and experience the new sound of music recognized by the world as Heritage, Fado. Rent4Days Lisbon Apartments have apartments in each one of these typical places of Lisbon, like Alfama, Castelo, Graça or Bairro Alto. Como to Lisbon and live the true Lisboeta experience with Rent4Days Apartments  Fado the music of the destiny
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Madrid – Apartment of the Month : Gran Vía Penthouse
In our new series of articles “apartment of the month”, Rent4Days will show you every four weeks which apartment has been most popular.
The winner of this month is the cozy Gran Via Penthouse. In this stylish and spacious apartment you will be comfortable in a central location of Madrid.
You cannot resist the charm of this Madrid apartment. The large rooms with unique design transform this apartment a very special place to share with friends or family. The fully equipped penthouse is divided into 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms, a spacious living room and a furnished kitchen. In addition the 90 sqm space of this flat you also have a very pleasant 23 sqm terrace, with a beautiful view perfect for taking early morning breakfasts outside.
The area where the flat is located is a very famous district known for his history and his architecture. You will be stay in the center of Madrid, close to the Gran Via and the Callao place, one of the best districts of Madrid. This apartment is well connected to public transport and is surrounded by lot of local shops.
Details :
- 90 sqm
- 23 sqm terrace
- 3 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- Wifi
- Furnished Kitchen
- Air Conditioning
Book it ! Gran Vía Penthouse
FITUR 2012, MADRID
As you already know, Rent4Days apartment rentals agency owns offices in Lisbon, Barcelona, but also Madrid. Our privileged location in the Capital naturally brings us to introduce you to the second world greatest tourism event taking place at this time.
Once again Madrid is ready to host the International Tourism Fair Trade event, Fitur, which brings together every year all the most important figures of the industry.
Tourism has always been one of the Spanish development key sectors. That is why such an event becomes even more important during that economic slowdown we are experiencing. Fitur aims not only to discuss about strategic guidelines to take in tourism sector according to global and local economic situations, but also to create new partnerships between professionals so as to maintain or reinforce their positions on the market.
Thus, Madrid will celebrate that 32 edition from 18 to 22 January 2012 by receiving only professionals from January 18 to 20 before also opening its doors to general public from 21 to 22. Participants could enjoy a 75.000 m2 exposition area gathering 9.500 companies.
If you are looking for attending to that event, why wouldn’t you take the time to have a look at our Madrid apartment rentals website?
We suggest 3 nice apartments in Ciudad Lineal district, close to the Fitur area, and many more holiday and corporate accommodation in the Capital.