Basque Country + Madrid

Summer 2024

As a child in the 60's, Jonathan recalls standing on the balcony of his family's apartment, watching then dictator Francisco Franco's military parades along Madrid's Gran Via. Five decades later, the city continues to enthrall 24 hours a day, with a non-stop pace that rivals that of go-go Barcelona. From the food, to the culture, to the shopping, Madrid is one heck of a sophisticated city.

Regardless of where you've been and what you've seen, the independent spirit of Spanish and French Basque Country will satisfy the wanderlust of even the most experienced traveler. Boasting a language, culture and cuisine all its own, Basque territorial fervor rewards visitors at every turn. In fact, the cooking is some of the most influential and celebrated in the world.