10 Best Things to Do in Guéthary, France

10 Best Things to Do in Guéthary, France

Nestled along the picturesque Basque Coast in southwestern France lies the charming seaside town of Guéthary. With its beautiful stretch of beach, impressive cliffs overlooking the Bay of Biscay, and quaint village squares dotted with small shops and cafés, Guethary offers a delightful French retreat off the typical tourist trail. I’ll highlight some of my…

12 Best Things to Do in the French Basque Country

12 Best Things to Do in the French Basque Country

Nestled between the towering Pyrenees and the majestic Atlantic Ocean, the Basque Country of France is a hidden gem, bursting with natural beauty, vibrant culture, and a unique heritage that dates back thousands of years. This picturesque region is famed for its stunning landscapes, rich traditions, world-renowned cuisine, and lively festivals. Whether you’re a history…

Guggenheim Bilbao

Guggenheim Bilbao

I’ve long wanted to visit the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, after many wonderful and memorable visits to the New York museum. The museum rests on the Nervion river that crosses the city of Bilbao. Designed by Frank Gehry almost 20 years ago, the museum revitalized the community of Bilbao, a town filled with declining…

Café Miremont

Café Miremont

Founded in 1872, Café Miremont is one of the oldest patisseries in Biarritz. During its heyday, it was frequented by visiting royalty from abroad. Today, its cotton candy pink walls and rococo-style decor have been beautifully restored in elegance. I sat upstairs to enjoy a light breakfast of a croque basque, tarte framboise, and cappuccino……

Hôtel du Palais: Former Imperial Residence Turned Luxury Hotel

Hôtel du Palais: Former Imperial Residence Turned Luxury Hotel

The Hôtel du Palais is undoubtedly the most luxurious and glamorous hotel in Biarritz. Perched above sea level, yet easily accessible from the beach, this architectural wonder dates back to the mid-19th century. The red and cream-colored palace was built by Napoleon III, as a seaside resort for his Spanish queen Eugénie in 1855. The…

Things to Do in San Sebastian, Spain

Things to Do in San Sebastian, Spain

San Sebastian, formally called Donostia-San Sebastian, is a beautiful coastal Spanish city that is often overlooked for larger metropolises. Nevertheless, San Sebastian was one of my favorite places to visit in Spain. Located in the Basque Country of northern Spain, San Sebastian is known for its delicious food – called pintxos (pronounced: PEEN-chos) which are…

Where to Stay in Biarritz for the Best Experience

Where to Stay in Biarritz for the Best Experience

Nestled along the Basque coast of southwestern France, Biarritz serves as a captivating destination where the energy of the Atlantic Ocean mingles seamlessly with French elegance. This picturesque resort town, famed for its stunning beaches, world-class surfing, and opulent architecture, has much more to offer than meets the eye. Deciding where to stay in Biarritz…

Place Bellevue: Beautiful Views from this Public Plaza

Place Bellevue: Beautiful Views from this Public Plaza

The Place Bellevue is one of the most beautiful plazas in the city of Biarritz, in southwestern France’s Basque Country. Bellevue literally translates to “beautiful view” in French! You can access the plaza by taking Passage Bellevue, just around the corner from the Café Miremont, or you can hike up the winding paths from the…

7 Best Restaurants in Biarritz

7 Best Restaurants in Biarritz

Nestled on France’s picturesque Basque coastline, the seaside resort town of Biarritz is known for its stunning beaches, world-class surfing, and incredible food scene. As a travel blogger and foodie, I was eager to discover the top restaurants and culinary delights this coastal town has to offer. I’ll share my picks for the absolute best…

3 Best Beaches in Biarritz

3 Best Beaches in Biarritz

Biarritz means “tongue of rocks” in Basque – the language of the Basque Country, in beautiful southwestern France. The beaches of this city are lined with you guessed it – rocks, so some areas are off-limits to surfers and swimmers. Nevertheless, the endless waves make the beach a wonderfully relaxing place to pass an afternoon!…

Biarritz Travel Guide

Biarritz Travel Guide

When a friend of mine proposed a month-long rental of her parents’ beachside apartment on the Atlantic shore of southwestern France, I simply couldn’t say no. All in all, only 3 weeks separated the offer from my arrival at the apartment so I had to prepare quickly. Getting to Biarritz from New York is not…