I didn’t go to San Sebastián planning to learn how to surf. That was not part of the plan. The plan was food, ocean views, wandering the city, and pretending I was going to “take it slow.” And then I got to Zurriola Beach. Watched surfers make it look way too easy. Then booked a surf lesson. Why San Sebastián Is a Great Place to Learn Surfing San Sebastián sits on Spain’s northern coast in the Basque Country, and it has a very specific kind of energy: relaxed, coastal, and qu

Spring break does not have to follow a formula. It doesn't have to be about wristbands, crowded shorelines, or the same three cities recycled year after year. Instead, it can be about contrast, movement, fresh air, saltwater, snow spray, and red rock dust on your boots. If you're craving a spring break that feels intentional and immersive, I’ve got some elevated destinations that lean adventurous without losing the fun. This is for the traveler who wants stories, scenery, and