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CJEX Madrid
Cdr Chris Gill
AFTER AN EARLY START (hey, it’s ACSC) our intrepid band of JOPG novices arrived in Madrid ready for action led by our DS, David
(Bailey) Waner. On arrival at the hotel the WhatsApp J4 cell showed their mettle early by securing an iron and ironing board. J5 then
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of the city centre, where we learned that you should only have paella for lunch, was a gentle start to the programme. A free weekend then allowed us plenty of time to explore the museums (Navy) and roof-top bars (Army and RAF) of the City before a joint expedition to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium to watch the mighty Real Madrid.
The smorgasbord of Spanish delicacies and fine local beer and wine were adequate refreshments for the first ice breaker with our colleagues for the week.
swung into action with a comprehensive utilisation plan – crisis averted. A fascinating tour
A free weekend
then allowed us plenty of time
to explore the museums... ◆◆◆
