In the heart of Spain's Basque Country, nestled between the Pyrenees Mountains and the Bay of Biscay, lies a unique and refreshing beverage that has captured the hearts of locals and adventurous tourists alike. Known as "Kalimotxo" (pronounced kah-le
The Plaza del Castillo is not just a square; it's the heart and soul of Pamplona and place where the spirit of city comes alive. For anyone visiting Pamplona, this plaza offers a glimpse into the city's vibrant past, its spirited present, and its hop
Going to be in Pamplona for the San Fermin festival? Here are all of the amazing things taking place from July 6-14, 2023.
July 6
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Plaza Consistorial
Event: Txupianzo – Opening Ceremonies
Description: The
Year in and year out, a visit to the legendary Café Iruna is on the list of just about every traveler that comes though our San Fermin program. All it takes is a few steps into the famous cafe, and you will immediately see how the landmark embodies
Coming for the Running of the Bulls but want to know some of the best day trips from Pamplona? You've come to the right place.
Northern Spain has centuries worth of history and mystique that makes it one of the more intriguing European destination
The San Fermin Festival has been a tradition since the 15th century that takes place in a region of the country that actually has its own language. On paper, that could be intimidating to some international travelers, but do not fret, Bucket List Eve
Having lived in Pamplona all my life, I firmly believe there is no sound more characteristic of San Fermines than the one of the Pamplona Peñas. You can't miss them.
When you are walking down the street in Pamplona during the San Fermin and sudde
Pamplona doesn’t mess around when it comes to their fireworks. They have a reputation to uphold.
Fireworks have been a part of the San Fermin since the 16th century, and as the technology has improved, so have the shows. Today, the teams use dig
UPDATE: The 2021 San Fermin has been cancelled.
The organizers of the San Fermin Festival have released the 2021 Running of the Bulls schedule and due to the cancellation of the 2020 edition, we are expecting a celebration unlike any other.
Per u
It’s been two weeks since the organizers of the San Fermin and Oktoberfest festivals made the emotional announcement that there would not be a 2020 edition for either event. While our staff has begrudgingly accepted this reality for now, we know it
Navarra, Spain, attracts a diverse mix of travelers each year. For centuries, those in search of a religious experience have passed through its lush lands during their pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, while nature lovers have nourished their sou
If you ask us, the Running of the Bulls is the epitome of adventure travel. Where else can you deliberately put it all on the line against a herd of bovines? Each year, we help open the door for hundreds of people who want to participate in the one
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This is the second part of our ultimate Camino de Santiago Guide. Click HERE for part one for packing advice. Click HERE for information about the Running of the Bulls.
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Cassidy: The first quest
During the Summer of 2019, two guides from Bucket List Events took 33 days to walk the entire Camino de Santiago path. That's literally 500 miles. It was an experience worth sharing with others, so that's exactly what they did. Over the next few
Where does Hemingway fit in with the San Fermin?
Ubiquitous. That’s the best word to describe the man.
All it takes is a 10 minute walk around Pamplona, and you will likely find yourself face to face with Ernest Hemingway in one form or another
The 8-day long San Fermin Festival in Pamplona, Spain is the perfect mixture of tradition, celebration, and old-school entertainment. The Running of the Bulls is perhaps the closest thing to ancient Roman gladiator combats or medieval jousting tour
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July is the heart of summer. The temperature is high, the days are filled with sunshine, and travelers the world-over dream of beating the heat by embarking on a dream vacation.
The only problem? July is one of the peak travel months around the gl
What do you wear for the run of your life?
Pamplona's traditional Running of the Bulls costume of course! Like any great festival, the San Fermin Festival in Pamplona, Spain is surrounded by legend and tradition. A legend of martyrdom and communi
San Sebastian...a town of costal food, shopping, hiking, meandering, and so much more. Personally, the food alone was enough of an attraction to make a day trip worth while. Our clients add a similar experience while joining us in Pamplona du
If you were to assign personality profiles to each European country, Spain would definitely fill the slot for the warmest and most fun-loving nation. And it's easy to see why.
Spain has every ingredient included in the perfect recipe for a good ti
Headed to Pamplona this summer to watch the legendary Running of the Bulls festival? Chances are you'll be flying into Barcelona's El Prat airport before heading 430 km northwest to Pamplona.
But you know what they say: travel is about the journey
Pamplona is a small city of less than 200,000 residents in the north of Spain's Navarre region. Eclipsed by bustling metropoles like Barcelona and Madrid, the name Pamplona doesn't generate much recognition worldwide.
But for eight days each July
Each Summer, the staff at Bucket List Events spends the month of July in Spain for the San Fermin Festival, also known as the Running of the Bulls. When we’re not experiencing the action in Pamplona, one of our favorite cities to visit is Madrid. A
When most people think “European Vacation,” romantic images of backpacking and thousands of years of art and architecture come to mind .
But what some people forget about Europe is that, on a continent where civilizations and cultures have ris
For many of our guests, their time spent at the San Fermin is just a portion of a large trip around Spain. One popular destination is Barcelona, which is about a 4 hour train ride from Pamplona. It's one of our favorite places in the world, and while
Did you know that the Camino de Santiago runs right through the Running of the Bulls course?
And we mean, right through it.
Before we share information on this extraordinary tradition of the region, we should point out that our company does not
Industry leader Travel + Leisure magazine has released their annual rankings, and San Sebastian, Spain has been voted the 4th best city in Europe. Located just a hour North of Pamplona, many of our guests take a trip to the beautiful Basque city.
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Hi, my name it Toby, and I’m in love with Running with the Bulls.
There, I’ve admitted it. It started out as most first
#1 The Running of the Bulls - July 2016
Prior to taking the train to Pamplona to participate in the San Fermin Festival, we spent several days in Madrid taking in its sights and sounds, as well as a considerable amount of vino tinto and what seeme
So you've decided to plan trip to Europe and see all the sights that you can within that time to make it the ultimate trip. With so many places to chose from and events to see, it's important to plan out your trip ahead of time to make sure to includ
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