Over the years, Asador Trinkete Borda has become my go-to place in my hometown of Irún. After living abroad for so many years, all I want to do when I come back home is eat good food that reminds me where I belong. Here's my restaurant review in case you're in town and would like to try it!
I spent this weekend in rural Spain, around Salas de los Infantes in Burgos. Along with my Dad and my brother, we visited some family friends in their village. In these uncertain times due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we really enjoyed unplugging and reconnecting with nature and the simple things in life. I might be biased but I'm always amazed by the number (and quality) of activities you can do when visiting Spain. Keep on reading to learn all there is to see around Salas de los Infantes (Burgos).
Today I want to tell you about my first escape into the nature after testing negative upon arriving to Spain. As you might remember from my previous post, returning from Bolivia in the middle of the COVID pandemic wasn't easy and I had missed my friends and being outdoors so much. This weekend I had the perfect opportunity to catch up with them all in the biggest mountain close to home: Peñas de Aya. Stay tuned if you want to learn all you can do here!
After visiting Córdoba and Priego de Córdoba with my in-laws and some family friends, we all came to Irún, my hometown in the Basque Country. We spent a few days here altogether, enjoying great food and sightseeing lovely places such as Getaria, Zumaia, San Sebastián, Lesaka or Hendaye. Curious to know all there is to see in this area?
Looking for the best grilled fish in Getaria? Look no further. Restaurante Iribar is an outstanding option if you're visiting this charming fishing village and want to try the delicacies of Basque food. Read my restaurant review to learn how to get there, the concept behind this traditional grill house and what to eat in order to enjoy a memorable experience.
We started this year right by staying at the convenient Hotel-Museo Patria Chica in Priego de Córdoba. We slept three nights here and enjoyed the Christmas traditions in this charming city of southern Spain. To learn more about the hotel location, its concept and facilities, read my hotel review.
It's Christmas time already and we're about to move on to a new decade, so exciting! I spent a few days back home, unwinding, eating a lot of delicious food and spending some quality time with my beloved ones.
It's almost Christmas and it was time to fly back home from Bolivia! Here's my one-week itinerary back in Spain before heading to my hometown today. Non-stop as you can see! Since moving for good to Tarija in July, I hadn't had the chance to travel outside of Bolivia. But with Christmas around the corner, it was time to spend some quality-time with our beloved ones back in Spain.
I was in Mallorca over the weekend and really enjoyed the sunny weather over there! Would you like to discover the best spots on the Spanish island? Keep reading then...
I've recently visited the Costa del Sol twice, exploring Málaga and its beautiful surroundings. Join me in a trip to some of the most touristy places in southern Spain!
Every time I go back home I try to stop by Fuenterrabía, and this time around was no exception.
This fishing village is one of the most beautiful in the Basque Country and the food is delicious! Besides, the village celebrated its yearly Alarde while I was there at the beginning of September.
It was great to be back home for some birthday celebrations including my own. As you will see in the next few posts, the stay was short but intense!
We drove from Sevilla and arrived to Zahara de los Atunes at sunset. This village (and nearby Barbate) are famous for their atún (tuna) de almadraba. During our stay in Tarifa, we also explored the gorgeous village of Vejer de la Frontera and several beaches such as Bolonia (and its famous dune), Valdevaqueros (known among windsurfers), Cabo de Trafalgar (site of the famous naval battle) and El Cañuelo (only reachable by foot).
We just came back from our holidays in Spain and had a blast. We wanted to take it easy, so we went to Andalucía, in the south of Spain.
Toledo is an ancient city set on a hill above the plains of Castilla-La Mancha in central Spain. It’s known for the medieval Arab, Jewish and Christian monuments in its walled old city. It was also the former home of Mannerist painter El Greco. The Moorish Bisagra Gate and the Sol Gate, in Mudéjar style, open into the old quarter, where the Plaza de Zocodover is a lively meeting place.
I was in Valencia and Alicante for a quick weekend. I had been to Valencia many years ago but I didn't know Alicante, so I loved exploring this area in southeastern Spain!
Find out about my summer at home reading these posts (in Spanish):
-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (I): San Marcial
-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (II): boda, playa y demás planes
-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (III): bodas y más reencuentros
-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (IV): por el interior del País Vasco francés (+ despedidas)
You'll also find pictures of some of my favorite places in the Basque Country, stories of traditional festivities, wedding celebrations and delicious foodie recommendations!
Discover delicious tapas, history and a lot more! Read here about my visits to the historic Spanish cities of Valladolid and Zamora.
Explore some of the most beautiful cities in Galicia: Santiago de Compostela, la Coruña and Pontevedra.
Here I am again with my impressions and stories following my recent trip back home on the occasion of my cousin's wedding.
Thankfully, I had the chance to recharge my batteries and visit some of my favorite places in the area.
Read it all in my post (in Spanish) and check some of the pictures below.
Find below my impressions from back home and nearby during my Christmas visit.
-Retransmitiendo desde la comarca (y alrededores)
-Retransmitiendo desde la comarca (y alrededores) - parte II
Traditions close to one's heart can hardly be put in writing. So many words come to my mind when I think of June 30th: passion, pride, emotion, memories. This day is by far my favorite day of the year, the one we wait for all year long in my hometown of Irún.
And what's the 'opilla' you may ask? Well, let me take you back to my hometown and tell you a sweet story about this delicious cake (and share the recipe :) ).
