Take pride in the magic of Madrid

Every summer, millions flock to the usual Spanish destinations in search of sun, sea and the rest.

Such popularity has downfalls: packed hotels, busy beaches and, most of all, an inability to walk down a street without meeting someone you know.

Sometimes, it’s nice to have anonymity, an opportunity to weave in and out of streets, and sample a different culture, without meeting your hairdresser, local shopkeeper or a workmate you don’t like.