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When you’re in San Sebastian, you can’t miss out on a trip to La Zurriola beach. Whatever time of the year, there’s bound to be something going on. La Zurriola beach is located in Gros, situated between the River Urumea and Monte Ulía. For that reason sometimes known as Gros beach. At 800 metres wide, … Read more
In a city famous for its food, it’s only natural that there are a number of places that serve up amazing burgers in Bilbao. And if you’re a burger lover, we don’t think you’ll leave disappointed! The typical burger bars in Bilbao tend to follow the same principles that makes the Basque Country famous for … Read more
The Basque Country and Bilbao is famous worldwide for its gastronomy, but you could argue that it isn’t exactly famous for its breakfast. The good thing is, over the last few years, as the brunch trend has swept other major cities in Europe, more locations are constantly popping up in the city where you can … Read more
There are so many great independent, local places to grab a coffee in San Sebastian. And the best thing is, that in most pastelerías, cafes and bars, it’ll only set you back between €1.50 and €2 for a cup of the good stuff. The coffee favoured by the Spanish is probably described best as a … Read more
With so much to see and do in the beautiful Basque fishing town of Hondarribia, it’s worth staying in town for at least a couple of days. And to make the most of your time here, you’re going to want to choose a good base. But fear not, we’ve got you covered in our guide … Read more
If you’re thinking about visiting Bilbao, there are some things you should know about this Basque city before doing so. We’ve taken some of the most frequently asked questions and answered them all in one place so you can head to Bilbao with peace of mind. 1. Where is Bilbao? Bilbao is located in the … Read more
Most people who visit San Sebastian know that the city is famous for many things including its food, the vibrant Old Town and surf! And whilst most could tell you that there are three beaches in Donostia, the majority wouldn’t know that there are also three mountains! The three montes (hills) are prominent features in … Read more
Hendaye is a small French coastal town on the Spanish-French border. Despite being in another country completely (it still forms part of the French Basque Country), it’s only 30 minutes from the centre of San Sebastian. The strategic location of the Hendaye has meant its bared witness to many things over its history, which makes … Read more
San Sebastian offers a number of excellent boutique hotels to make the most of your experience in the Basque city. Whilst there’s all types of accommodation on offer for all types of budgets, a boutique hotel, different for its location, service and size, presents a more intimate way to discover the city. Most of these … Read more
What could be better than finding an idyllic rooftop in San Sebastian, sitting back and enjoying a glass of wine whilst admiring the views? The good news is, it is possible. But the bad news is that apart from a couple, most of the rooftops in Donostia belong to hotels and are reserved exclusively for … Read more
