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When you think of Spain, Places such as BarceLona and his world-famous Gaudí-Spawnen buildings, such as Sagrada Família or Casa Batlló, Madrid and his Grand Boulevards and lush El Retiro Park, or even the picturesque Calas and medieval villages of Mallorca, probably come to mind.
That is not for nothing: these 3 popular places are the easiest destinations in Spain to reach when you fly from the United States because they organize non-stop transatlantic flights (in the case of Barcelona and Madrid, throughout the year).
Well, soon enough, a fourth companion is a member of their selected ranks:
For the first time, American passport holders will be able to fly directly from home to the much undervalued north coast of Spain-Meer specific, the Basque Country 4 idyllic beach cities offer those smaller crowds and cheaper prices in the summer:
Fly non -stop to the Basque Country from the United States
As soon as May 31 – a few more weeks to go, you! -You can fly non -stop from Newark (EWR) to Bilbao (BIO), the largest city in the Basque Country, and in the whole of North Spain (a courtesy of United Airlines).
As announced by the airline, this is the flight schedule that runs From the end of May to 24 September2025:
Outgoing flights
- Newark (EWR) leave 9:15 pm every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Return flights
- Bilbao (BIO) 12:30 pm left every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
In their press release At the time of the announcement, United also confirmed that they will use their Boeing 757-20 on this route.
It has a layout with 176 seats, including 16 United Polaris seats, 42 in Economy Plus and 118 in the more limited economy.
You can already book tickets through them Official websiteAnd with the lowest rate, economy seats from $ 603, or 11 monthly episodes of $ 53.75 start if you opt for FlexPay as a payment period.
Bilbao is an entrance gate to one of the most beautiful coastal areas in Spain
We have treated Bilbao and why you should visit it here in a deeply, so shortly before we split it up the details of the new escape route: in essence, if you love quirky, modern art museums and walking picturesque rivers, You will love Bilbao.
If that is not your Cuppa, this does not mean that the new offer from United is not for you.
Bilbao is an important transport hub, and the main gateway to the Basque coast, an idyllic region full of photo-perfect beaches and timeless, historic cities, so let’s look at it:
In Mexico, Cancun International Airport (CUN) not only provides the Resort City Cancun, but also the smaller, neighboring municipalities of Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen and until recently, Tulum (before it opened its own airport).
So if you fly to Cancun International, you’re not necessarily Stay in Cancun – you can just use it as A launch platform To travel to other destinations in the Mexican Caribbean, because connections are better.
It is no different with Bilbao. Feel free in every way to explore it for a day or two, and once you have checked the Guggenheim Museum and you have gone first pintxo Bar crawl, go to these 4 places:
Zarautz
Your typical Basque weekend awayZarautz has countless pensions, bars and campsites that penetrate a wide, long strip of golden sand, embraced by azure blue seas and it is a charming town that buzzes with a youthful crowd.
It is mainly searched for its surf scene and affordable stay on the beach, starting from as cheap as $ 79 a night when they travel like a few (check out Vista Alegre), Although you should not miss the cultural offer.
Zarautz is famous for its architecture from the Renaissance era, in particular the 16th-century Palacio de NarrosHandgrown sparkling white wine (Txakoli), and renowned chef -chef Karlos Arguiñanos Hotel and Restaurantwhere you can fiddle on local delicacies such as fish balls and Puerro Confitado.
Lekeitio
Both a cultural hotspot and the paradise of a beach lover, Lekeitio is one of the oldest fishing ports in the Basque Countrywith medieval treasures, such as the rising, gothic Basilica de la Asunción de Santa MaríaAnd largely unspoilt sandy beaches.
How is overlooked the kitchen of Lekeitio is an attraction in itself, with local restaurants that serve a variety of seafood, especially merluza and squid stew, prepared with the rich, dark ink are spit – for authentic food and reasonable prices, make sure you add Lumentza To your list.
Those Bilbao flights will run until September, so if you get the chance to visit Lekeitio in early spring (and you are not a PETA activist), you should not miss the Antzar EgunaAn age -old tradition that tries to imagine a goose that hangs on a rope over the harbor.
Mutiny
For a little, unusual city tourists have yet to discover, and that has its long -term tradition of fish and shipbuilding, Mutriku is the place to go: not only the harbor is beautiful, with all the moored colorful boats and old homes, but the surrounding nature is breathtaking.
When you’re done wandering through the paved streets of Mutrikus Well -preserved medieval neighborhoodYou have to go to the nearby Basque Coast Geopark, a robust piece of coastline of dramatic cliffs, unique geological formations that go back millions of years.
Fortunately for the budget conscious, Mutriku is fairly cheap to visit: Bilbao buses cost as cheap as $ 5, one menu del día In one of those legendary, family businesses varies from $ 13 to $ 19, and overnight stays start from $ 45 per person as a traveling couple (Pension Txomin Ostatua).
Donostia (San Sebastián)
Donostia (alternative known as San Sebastián) has the most famous coastal city in the Basque Country and has an intact old city (Parte Vieja), Where SMALLY STRATES are covered with grandiose buildings and tapas bars, and a scale -shaped, soft closed beach (La Concha).
Between the baroque churches and the many café gestures square of the old town, and the sheltered bay bathed by a clear blue Atlantic Ocean, accompanied by a modern promenade, Donostia will certainly steal your heartNot for the stunning sights, then for dinner:
For the best stewed beef cheeks in the entire area and $ 2.50 pintxosdoll La Chucara de San Telmo. Longing for anchovies and some of those delicious canned fish? Look no further than TXEPETXA. FinallyDo you not feel like spending more than $ 25 on grilled Octopus and wine? Astelena 1997It’s your best gamble.
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