The Camino de Santiago is one of the most popular Christian pilgrimages in the world. As we are based here in the Camino, we are covering many of the most iconic cities in this spiritual path. We want to share with you all the videos we have done so far. We hope you...
When we stroll through the old quarters of Europe, one of the most charming sounds that fills the air is the constant bell ringing. They give us the time as well and remind us to go to mass. We have seen bells in churches, and tend to think that they are just a...
Here in the Basque Country, the sense of community is very strong. We say we do things in the auzolan way. It doesn’t have an exact translation, but it kind of means that everybody who can help in the community, does. We construct houses, clean the forest, fix...
All around the world now it is fashionable to eat at tapas bars. Guess what!! It all started here in the Basque Country and Navarra. By the way, here we call them pintxos But, what is a tapa? A tapa in the rest of the world is a small bite. That is what it is,...
Running with the bulls in the city of Pamplona is one of those bucket list items that many people want to “tick” off. In a previous article I wrote about how to run with the bulls. But have you ever wondered what happens once the rush you get from running in front...
Saint Ignatius is one of those historic characters who resonate with me, in a very personal way. I don’t think he touches me simply because he is Basque like me, and I understand his heritage. He is not just Basque, he is a universal figure. Maybe it is because...
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