Season 7 – Gap Year: Mediterranean Europe

Episode 1

Border cities are the best! San Sebastian-Donista sits on the border of northern Spain and southwest France, an area known as Basque country. As such, it’s home to its own language (Basque), foods (like pintxos), culture and weather.

Like many Spanish cities, San Sebastian is sunny during the day and lively at night. And like most French architecture, the bridges and buildings are extravagant and regal. With two gorgeous beaches, pedestrians enjoy striking views that unobstructed by hotels and restaurants. Not to mention, there’s a historic castle on a hill (Castillo de la Mota) and a palace (Miramar Palace).

It’s hard to believe, but this entire city was raided and burned to the ground in the 1800s, following a deadly and dramatic war attack that killed half of the residents. But instead of starting over in a new place, the remaining citizens (mostly women) rebuilt the city one brick at a time.

Curious where Jamin and Hilarie stayed? Here's a link to their AirBnB in San Sebastian (non-sponsored): https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/32665603?check_in=2023-09-11&check_out=2023-09-12&guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=4dcff5cc-720c-4f5d-bcc8-1620dbc1715f

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This episode is available wherever you listen to podcasts. To see the city they love so much, watch the San Sebastian highlights in this video: https://youtu.be/wWsbXqvQyXo

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