{"id":9772,"date":"2018-11-22T09:14:13","date_gmt":"2018-11-22T08:14:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madridfoodtour.com\/?p=9772"},"modified":"2023-09-20T15:43:30","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T15:43:30","slug":"responsible-travel-in-madrid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/responsible-travel-in-madrid\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Be a Good Tourist: Practicing Responsible Travel in Madrid"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\r\n\r\n

In the rush of preparing for an upcoming trip, we often overlook a small step that can significantly enhance our travel experience.<\/p>\r\n

That step? Embracing responsible travel.<\/p>\r\n

Engaging in responsible travel in Madrid\u2014and any city that you visit\u2014involves making choices that have a positive impact on the local community and contribute to preserving the city’s vibrant atmosphere and functionality.<\/p>\r\n

Once you’ve packed your bag<\/a>, get ready and check out our simple tips for responsible travel in Madrid. Buen viaje!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Madrid receives over 10 million international tourists a year. Photo credit: Kristijan Arsov<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

When to visit Madrid responsibly<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Choosing when to travel can have a huge impact on your experience. Think of the difference between enjoying your <\/span>chocolate con churros <\/span><\/i>as soon as you get the craving versus drooling over the delicious smell as you stand in a never-ending line. Traveling in low season will not only allow you to beat the crowds, but also give you the opportunity to mingle more with the locals you encounter. They will be the ones to introduce you to Madrid\u2019s real culture and hidden gems. You will also find better deals as far as flight and accommodation are concerned and, at the same time, you\u2019ll be helping the city even out its tourism flow throughout the year. Makes sense, right?<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Our pick<\/strong>: To beat the crowds, travel November<\/a> to February<\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Chueca is one of Madrid’s most welcoming neighborhoods. Photo credit: Fred Romero<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Where to stay in Madrid responsibly<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Though Airbnb can seem like the right choice every time, there is an <\/span>ethical debate<\/span><\/a> behind it which any responsible tourist should be aware of. While the traveler may be enjoying a more local stay in a neighborhood, more and more neighbors are being forced out of their homes due to rising rent prices. The solution? Stay in a locally-owned bed and breakfast or <\/span>pensi\u00f3n, <\/span><\/i>a Madrid-owned boutique hotel, or, for an even more authentic feel, head out to one of Madrid\u2019s peripheral neighborhoods which are all very well connected with the city center. <\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Our picks for where to stay<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\r\n