4 – Bilbo to Bulbuls

4 – Bilbo to Bulbuls

Bilbao to Hong Kong For the past few days we’ve been heading east, not in a big, or dramatic way, just baby steps. Leaving behind the familiar routine of home in Asturias and adopting a fresh lifestyle, with variety, uncertainty and choice. On Tuesday afternoon we battle the one way [...]

3 – Basque: The Ocean

3 – Basque: The Ocean

Areatza to Sopelana. Sunrise comes late – around 08:10. I am awake by 7am and open the window to let the chill air caress me. The faintest blush of pink in the sky, a soft wind allowing the drying leaves to chatter away to themselves as they too await the [...]

2 – Basque: The Forest

2 – Basque: The Forest

Luarca to Areatza. Outside, the sun beats down from a clear blue sky, Juanli and I do a final check in the apartment and stand together in our tidy living room. “Well, this is it, say goodbye” I say. We hug and briefly kiss, the months of living in our [...]

1 – Stepping into the River

1 – Stepping into the River

Tuesday this week, Juanli and I had dinner with José Fernandez and his wife Anna at their home in Oviedo. A fine mixture of great home cooking, laughs and a sad farewell. José has been so helpful here in Asturias, from the moment we arrived, showing us to some little-known [...]