Reciprocal Clubs
Madrid, Spain Reciprocal Club – Real Casino De Madrid
http://www.casinodemadrid.esCasino De Madrid
Calle de Alcala, 15
28014
Madrid
Tel: (34) 91 521 17 35
Fax: (34) 91 523 02 72
Overnight Accommodations: No
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- If you plan on being in Madrid, do not miss the opportunity to visit the Casino de Madrid. If for no other reason to see the architecture, which is somewhat awe-inspiring. I visited in April this year. While there, be sure to have a before or after dinner drink in the bar. The service is excellent as well as the drinks served. There were six in our party for almuerzo ( a lunch typically served beginning around 2 PM , dinner is called cena and typically is served from 8 PM to 11 or 12) both the service and the fare were outstanding. Prices are quite reasonable considering the quality of service and the excellent meal. It will be my go to place for lunch or dinner the next time I am in Madrid. I give it a definite 5 stars!
- A special place in Madrid. September 2024 we stopped in for drinks. Wonderful service in a historic building. Jacket is required in the club. Will definitely visit again when I'm in Madrid.
- My wife and I had a very entertaining and delightful lunch at the Casino de Madrid May 9th 2013. We chose the public restaurant which is on the top floor (5th) instead of the members restaurant which was described as traditional fare while the public one was featuring more progressive dining. The contact at the club had left a letter of introduction for us. When we inquired about the letter at the front desk they showed us to the elevator for the public restaurant instead. When we were leaving, I asked the front desk for the contact person who we had corresponded with and only then did the front desk ask the doorman about the letter. Unfortunately we did not received the reciprocal club membership 20% discount on the lunch but we had a wonderful time just the same. I would highly recommend it and don't forget your jacket (tie is not necessary). The food was very interesting/entertaining presentation and the flavors were excellent. The wine was reasonable and delicious. We walked around the club afterwards and it is quite an interesting building. Would highly recommend dining there. Likely one of the best in Madrid.
- Had a large Spanish lunch at the Casino de Madrid at the end of October. The club resturant and rooms are very luxurious. The food and service was of Michelin 3 star rating. There were 4 waiters at our table at all times during the 2 hour meal. My wife's guest was a local dentist who had only been to the club on a tour and did not know the dress code. He showed up in his lab coat but not to worry; he was provided a nice jacket. The price matched the Michelin quality at E100 per person, however, reciporcal club membership rated a 20% discount. Will definitely have dinner here on our next Madrid visit.
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Maharashtra, India Reciprocal Club- PYC Hindu Gymkhana
http://www.pycgymkhana.comCTS No. 766, F.P. No. 244 Bhandarkar Road
Pune-411004, Maharashtra, India
Tel: (91+202) 566 3006
Fax: N/A
Overnight accommodations: Yes
Makati City, Phillippines Reciprocal Club – Manila Polo Club
http://www.manilapolo.com.ph17 McKinley Road
Forbes Park
Makati City, Phillipines 1220
Tel: (632)817-0951
Fax: (632) 817-6956
Overnight Accommodations: Yes
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- I strongly concur with the November 24, 2011 comments of Mario Del Rosario on the Manila Polo Club (MPC) in the Philippines and offer the following feedback based on several visits over the past three years, most recently in May 2013. MPC is a premier club with extensive athletic facilities (e.g., swimming, tennis, squash, horse riding, badminton, fitness center, outdoor running track, bowling) on a beautiful, secluded campus in Manila. As the name implies, the MPC really is a working polo club with stables, polo grounds, equestrian lessons, and the "Chukker Lounge" where the horsey set imbibes but the MPC offers many other amenities and activities for adults and children. These include a barber/beautician/spa services and a massage center. The members and staff are friendly. The experience of a chicken and pork adobo with a cold San Miguel beer enjoyed on the veranda is highly recommended. The baked goods are also very popular. If one is travelling to Manila, the MPC is well worth a visit. Note: The MPC requires reciprocal members to make an approximate $100 cash deposit (in pesos), which is refunded when you leave. Bring your letter of introduction and be patient while the staff processes the paperwork. Please do not be alarmed by the presence of armed guards at the club's perimeter; it is a very safe environment.
- As one of the most prestigious private clubs in the Philippines, I highly recommend the Manila Polo Club. The facilities are grand with many restaurants as well as casual eating in their Sports Lounge or Cogon Village. The sports extend from tennis (both covered courts and outdoor), squash, badminton, bowling, swimming, to horse-back riding.They have a decent gym as well as a library, salon for men and women and the locker rooms have massage facilities after a hard day at work or play. The Business Center seems nice although I have only used it to fax the US once while there. If you need private rooms for meetings or private dinners, this is also available for those desiring privacy. What makes this facility a pleasure is the proximity to the business hub of Makati, where most businesses are located and it's away from the maddening congestion of traffic and people, yet minutes away from Fort Bonifacio the rising NEW business and entertaining hub and center of Manila. Note: it is humid like crazy so bring light clothes. Finally, should you visit Manila try to get out to the Tagaytay lake/volcano they have an excellent 5-star restaurant called Antonio's which has an incredible ambiance and decadent old spanish "joie de vie" - worth the experience.
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Manitoba, Canada Reciprocal Club- Manitoba Club
http://www.manitobaclub.mb.ca194 Broadway Ave.
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C OR2
Tel: 204.942.5438
Fax: 204.943.4577
Overnight Accommodations: No
Melbourne, Australia Reciprocal Club – Royal Automobile Club of Victoria
http://racv.com.au501 Bourke Street
MELBOURNE, Victoria 3000
Tel: 61-3-9944-8888
Fax: 61-3-9944-8299
Overnight Accommodations: Yes
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- Stayed here on April 12, 2013 prior to starting a TAUCK tour the following day. This club is outstanding in all respects: location, room, food and service. It ranks right up there with the top hotels in Melbourne, Cairns and Sidney that we stayed in during the tour.
- Modern friendly club in the heart of Melbourne. Buffet lunch not to be missed. Visited club three times and always felt welcome.
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Mexico D.F., Mexico Reciprocal Club – University Club of Mexico
http://universityclub.com.mxPaseo de la Reforma 150
06600
Mexico, D.F.
Tel: (52 55) 5566 2266
Fax: (52 55) 5705 0881
Overnight Accommodations: No