Professional and Personal Networking
Individual Networking
Networking Online
Online and IRL (In Real Life)
Online communities help newcomers settle into a new city by connecting you with people who have similar interests or who are fellow foreign visitors. The following sites then provide IRL (‘in real life’) connections and events that let you meet face-to-face. Many meetings and events are organized around professions and work interests, as well as social activities that can be used to make professional contacts.
Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.es/d/spain/events/ (many languages)
Android, iOS
Eventbrite is one of the world’s largest event and ticketing platforms, broadcasting millions of events happening around the world every day. The Local Events Directory is organized by city. There is a wide variety of events in Spain, from guided city and monument tours to rooftop swimming pool parties to professional workshops.
Social Networking
There are more than 26 million social network users in Spain, which means that more than 8 out of 10 Spaniards between the ages of 16 and 70 use a social media network. WhatsApp, Facebook and YouTube are the most-used social networks in the country, followed by Instagram, Twitter and Telegram.
It is important to remember that your profile is visible to everyone and will give viewers an impression of who you are. Note that Spain takes social media comments about terrorism very seriously.
AmigosMadrid
https://www.amigosmadrid.es (Spanish)
This site is part of a larger Madrid-based social network that was initially created for new friendships and dating. Nowadays it’s a dynamic space where users connect around many other interests, such as sports and hobbies. This site also has a blog with tips on fun activities in the capital. While many use this website for genuine connections, stay safe and be aware of possible scammers.