Introduction – The Basque Country The Basque Country is a fascinating region in northern Spain that offers a unique blend of culture, gastronomy, and stunning landscapes. If you’re looking for a destination that combines adventure, history, and delicious food, the Basque Country should be on your list. In this blog, we provide a comprehensive guide […]
Why should you visit the Basque Country in 2024 – Summer Edition Leer más »
Spain’s northern region, with its lush landscapes, rugged coastlines, and rich cultural heritage, offers a spectacular backdrop for a luxury city sightseeing experience. Based in the Basque Country, our travel plans emphasize exclusive and sophisticated tourism options that highlight the beauty and uniqueness of this area. From the soaring peaks of the Picos de Europa
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As every year, National Geographic has published the list of the 100 most beautiful towns in Spain, among which are 4 Basque localities, and we couldn’t agree more! Mundaka Surfer’s paradise The small and picturesque town of Mundaka is located on the Basque coast, within the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. Mundaka boasts being home to one
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March kicked off with the glamorous Repsol Guide 2024 Suns Gala held in Cartagena. The renowned Spanish road guide honored the newest culinary gems with prestigious Soles (suns). Basque cuisine is well-known in Spain, with many top restaurants. It is the fourth autonomous community with the most awards. A total of 71 restaurants received distinctions.
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Anytime is a good time to visit the Basque Country, but the bright colours of the spring make special this time of the year. When the cold weather starts giving up and the sun starts shining longer hours, an explosion of colours emerge in our mountains and lands. Oak and Beech Forest begin dying green
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Basque food has been, without a doubt, the most iconic distinction of Norther Spain. According to Saveur Editors: It won’t take long after arriving in the Basque Country to understand why it has become a destination for epicureans. Sure, the region boasts a slew of showy Michelin-starred gastronomic temples, but the true strength of Euskadi,
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The industrialization and globalization of the food sector have led us to travel the world and eat the same food with exactly the same flavor in every country we visit, while indigenous and small-production species are relegated to second and third places, ultimately facing the risk of extinction. A striking example is the case of
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Basqvium has recently collaborated with Food Design Magazine, a publication exploring the perfect fusion of art, gastronomy, and creativity; by combining it all together into a food space design, releasing its inaugural issue in January 2024. The Inaugural Issue The first edition features Ferrán Adriá and Luki Huber on the cover. It shows how combining
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Zuberoa’s maskaradak (masquerades) are without a doubt an important celebration within the basque culture. Basque carnivals are spectacular rituals where social function, symbolic heritage, and the marvelous dances of basque carnivals come to life. Each year, the youth of a Zuberoa’s town take on the responsibility of preparing and bringing the maskaradak to other localities.
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One of the most important Basque Traditions is Santa Agueda (Agate Deuna in Basque), and the Catholic Church commemorates this feast on February 5th. In popular tradition, this celebration begins on the eve, that is, the late evening of February 4th. The eve of Santa Águeda is a significant event in numerous towns across the
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