The Basque Country had intrigued me for a long time, and once there I discovered a truly unique land, with a strong identity and a deep sense of pride that can be felt everywhere. It’s a place full of surprises, where nothing quite matches what you might expect from Spain.
Through urban walks, neighbourhoods, local stories and small everyday details, these travel diaries tell the story of a land to be experienced without filters, letting yourself be surprised step by step.
San Juan de Gaztelugatxe Let’s start with something practical: if you are planning your trip to the Basque Country, very likely San Juan de Gaztelugatxe (in Basque Gaztelugatxeko Doniene) is one of the places and photos you will have seen most often. San Juan de Gaztelugatxe is indeed one of the most magical and photographed…
Flavour of Bilbao: where to eat in Bilbao, between Txikiteo and the flavors of one of the capitals of the Basque Country Visiting Bilbao and thinking only about the Guggenheim is the first traveler’s mistake. The second is believing you come here for a simple city tour and to enjoy an ordinary “dinner” with friends….
What to do in Bilbao when it rains Anyone arriving in Bilbao understands it straight away: here, the weather is not a detail, it’s part of the city’s character.The rain comes and goes, often without warning, but it’s never a real problem. At most, it’s an invitation to step inside somewhere and discover what happens…
Bilbao beyond the Guggenheim: Aste Nagusia, history and Basque tradition To get to Bilbao, I have to say it was quite an adventure! Not because Bilbao is poorly connected to the airport or because public transport doesn’t work — on the contrary: it’s excellent! But simply because, upon our arrival, an unimaginable surprise was waiting…
The Basque Country: a land with a unique heart For several summers, I’d been craving a different kind of experience. Not the usual mix of culture, heat, beach and sea, but a journey that would truly surprise me.Something that stepped off the well-worn tracks of the most obvious destinations. I wanted a road trip, but…