Donostia-San Sebastian Greeters
Donostia-San Sebastian Greeters
Donostia-San Sebastian Greeters
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Chris M M
Calgary, Canada49 contributions
Apr 2015 • Solo
An excellent night and day of touring. My first night I met up with my Pablo, my Greeter and we went for Pintxos and beer- but not the tourist places- we went to where the locals go and it was awesome! The next day we did a local tour and saw things that were not in my guide book. A fun, enjoyable tour! Highly recommended!
Written February 10, 2016
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Raysa15
San Dimas, CA92 contributions
Sep 2015 • Couples
We used Donostia-San Sebastian Greeters in September of 2016. Our greeter was Anton and he was great! He took us all around the city explaining the history and charm of each area. We had many questions about Donostia and the Vasque Country and he provided all the answers and more. He added a very personal touch at the end when he introduced us to a compatriot from Cuba and we ended the tour in old town sharing pinxtos. Highly recommend it!
Written February 8, 2016
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Chun F
Los Altos, CA1 contribution
Jul 2015 • Family
Requested a greeter a month before. We always prefer to travel on our own, so having a local guide was certainly a plus on our itinerary. Our travel party of 6 was easily accommodated. We were interested in visiting some tapa bars and later cooking some local foods. The guide took us to her favorite bars and markets. Everything was in easy walking distance. Gave us a great appreciation for the town and it's history and we definitely plan to return for a longer stay. Very personable. Just like having a friend show you around.
One aside, is that one of our party had to sit the tour out due to there being no checked luggage at our apartment. We later learned that if you go to the information booth in the middle of town, they can direct you to a place that offers luggage hold. We did not make use of this though as we only figured it out before we left.
One aside, is that one of our party had to sit the tour out due to there being no checked luggage at our apartment. We later learned that if you go to the information booth in the middle of town, they can direct you to a place that offers luggage hold. We did not make use of this though as we only figured it out before we left.
Written February 6, 2016
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krugman
Lafayette, LA165 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
We had the pleasure of a personal tour of the old town of Donostia. ..... also better known as San Sebastian. Our guide, Jose Manuel , met us in front of the tourist office and off we went on a great rample through the narrow streets and alleyways of thus delightful town. After visiting the various historical places we were then taken for a hike up the nearby hill which afforded us a great view of the harbour , the two beaches and the pretty island in the middle of the bay.
We ended up at lunch in a real old authentic restaurant in the Old City where Jose Manuel showed us...on his ipad... plenty of other great ideas for tours and excursions.
A great introduction to this delightful town.
We ended up at lunch in a real old authentic restaurant in the Old City where Jose Manuel showed us...on his ipad... plenty of other great ideas for tours and excursions.
A great introduction to this delightful town.
Written May 18, 2016
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HappyinHK888
Hong Kong, China173 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
I am SO GRATEFUL to out wonderful host/greeter Jorge (and Anxton whom I met a year ago). Please be a visitor and not a lister - i.e.. echoing off boxes of what to see and eat.
This is a wonderful and rich culture, friendly with a great sense of humor. This organization pairs you with the right greeter so that you have the best way to meander the town while indulging your interests, get to know a real life Basque, how your greeter grew up, what they care about and secrets of this overly touristed town.
You fill in a request on the San Sebastian greeter's website citing your dates of arrival, availability; and your interests.
My last trip 18months ago with wonderful Anxton involved a lot of pinxtos and txacoli; this trip, Jorge gave my husband and I quick glimpses of two member's only Gastronomic Societies. The second of which was the uber-exclusive head office of all the societies - Gastronimizvo Esukal at the top of a hill in Parte Vieja, with stunning carved effigies of women on the roof's crossbeams (check out photos). Jorge gave us cool info on the city as well as origins of Basque language, the current economy and a quickie walk through Parte Vieja and 3-bar pinxto tour - all in 2.5 hours which we'd asked for.
But PLEASE donate fairly to San Seb Greeters online, again on the website, as it does amazing work. The greeters themselves are volunteers, so its fair to take them for drinks and pay for their meal though they never ask for anything.
This is a wonderful and rich culture, friendly with a great sense of humor. This organization pairs you with the right greeter so that you have the best way to meander the town while indulging your interests, get to know a real life Basque, how your greeter grew up, what they care about and secrets of this overly touristed town.
You fill in a request on the San Sebastian greeter's website citing your dates of arrival, availability; and your interests.
My last trip 18months ago with wonderful Anxton involved a lot of pinxtos and txacoli; this trip, Jorge gave my husband and I quick glimpses of two member's only Gastronomic Societies. The second of which was the uber-exclusive head office of all the societies - Gastronimizvo Esukal at the top of a hill in Parte Vieja, with stunning carved effigies of women on the roof's crossbeams (check out photos). Jorge gave us cool info on the city as well as origins of Basque language, the current economy and a quickie walk through Parte Vieja and 3-bar pinxto tour - all in 2.5 hours which we'd asked for.
But PLEASE donate fairly to San Seb Greeters online, again on the website, as it does amazing work. The greeters themselves are volunteers, so its fair to take them for drinks and pay for their meal though they never ask for anything.
Written July 3, 2016
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Travel with Joanne
Sydney, Australia55 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
Esther from San Sebastian Greeters brought the old city alive for my daughter and I. As a volunteer guide she gave up her time to take us on a walking tour for about two hours. She pointed out interesting places and facts that we were unlikely to find in a guide book. The greeters program is a personal take on a city by a local. I highly recommend the program in San Sebastian and elsewhere.
Written August 28, 2017
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jlriback
New York City, NY4 contributions
Sep 2017 • Couples
I am a Big Apple Greeter in New York City. Yesterday, our new friend and San Sebastián Greeter, Maite Reparaz, took my wife and me on a walk through her beautiful city, providing insight to life in San Sebastián, and offering wonderful detail on the history and culture of Basque Spain and the city, and great pointers on neighborhoods to visit and the best places to eat, shop, and explore. It was a wonderful introduction to San Sebastián on our first full day in the city, made possible by a truly wonderful Greeter. We can't wait to return the favor when Maite visits New York.
Written September 5, 2017
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smoakie
Charleston, SC5 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
My husband and I recently celebrated our 20th anniversary in Spain. We visited San Sebastian and had the good fortune of discovering "San Sebastian Donostia Greeters, a volunteer group that offers city tours. Our tour guide was Bere who oriented us to the city pointing out important buildings, the port and beach, popular local cuisine spots and other points of interest. He shared a lot of history about the city as well as many interesting facts. Bere is a local and he actually ran into his cousin and a friend on the city tour which was fun. I would recommend San Sebastian Donostia Greeters and Bere as a guide. Although they don't charge a set price, if you enjoy your tour a donation is appreciated.
Written October 26, 2018
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jean-nicolas b
1 contribution
Apr 2024 • Couples
Thanks to Javier, his erudition and his enthusiasm, Saint Sebastian was revealed to us in an exceptional way. An unmissable experience.
Written April 13, 2024
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Manon V
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
Javier is an extraordinary greeter! Cultivated, fun, passionate, generous... I couldn't help but fall in love with San Sebastian after our morning together!
Written October 30, 2023
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