We have had a very full, but fun first week here in the capital of the Gipuzkoa or Basque Province of Spain!
LUNES - Monday
The group arrived to quite the heat wave for the north of Spain, so Monday we did our first tour around the city quickly, finishing with some ice cream together on the Boulevard and breaking for a bit of free time so the kids could enjoy cooling off their first day at the gorgeous beaches that San Sebastian is well known for - Playa de la Concha and Zurriola (Surfers Beach).
MARTES - Tuesday
Lluvia! After the heat wave we got a streak of rain and cold and mist, but it did not keep our spirits down. We enjoyed a day of rest, some went shopping, others got settled and got to know their host families. Everyone reported that they were doing well and just having minor miscommunications - totally normal the first few days. :) I enjoyed hearing reports of their first few days. After two complete days of class, several students levels were changed, but so far all good reports as they get adjusted to their appropriate levels.
MIERCOLES - Wednesday
Damos una caminata al Monte Urgull. We took a hike up Monte Urgull, where there are several attractions, including a museum of military history and history of the city, the remains of the Castillo de la Mota once a fort, and under the large statue of Jesus Christ, a chapel. We rested at the top with a beautiful view and some nice breeze, and fortunately the rain held up for our entire walk up and down.
Dia libre! Free day! The weather was cool and perfect for shopping, strolling the boardwalk and just exploring the town.
VIERNES - Friday
We went up Monte Igueldo for the most spectacular and well known view of all of San Sebastian. Please be sure to check out our photo shoot from the top. It was a lot of fun. At the top is a permanent carnival or "amusementg park" with a mini roller coaster, bumper cars, trampolines, "house of terror", tobagan rides, typical carnival games and more. It has been around for a long time, but still a beloved attraction to locals and tourist alike and gives Monte Igueldo its character. We could not have asked for better weather today!
More updates to come soon. Hasta la proxima...
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