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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
Although most of Spain, and Basque Country in particular, are considered to...
Last edited: 19 July 2006
History 
San Sebastian was founded sometime in the early 12th Century by the Spanish...
Last edited: 29 June 2006
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: 31 January 2007
Tourist Board Info 
The Donostia-Sebastian Convention Bureau's website is available in English...
Last edited: 29 June 2006
Weather & When to Go 
San Sebastian is located on the Spanish coast in Basque country near the French...
Last edited: 29 June 2006
Best Sights of San Sebastian  
Best Sights of San Sebastian The city of San Sebastian was founded by King...
Last edited: 06 January 2009
Introduction 
San Sebastian-Donostia is a splendid seaside town on Spain’s Basque coast. The...
Last edited: 16 February 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
There are a few ways to get to San Sebastian by air.  Connection flights are...
Last edited: 27 July 2007
Public Transportation 
San Sebastian is a relatively small city, and though it does attract many...
Last edited: 29 June 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
The San Sebastian Film Festival is held each year in late September in San...
Last edited: 19 July 2006
Family Travel 
San Sebastian is a popular summer destination for Spanish families, as the...
Last edited: 29 June 2006
Shopping 
San Sebastian is a very popular summer destination in Spain, the city's...
Last edited: 29 June 2006
Sports & Activities 
In San Sebastian modern sports such as soccer, popular throughout Europe, mix...
Last edited: 29 June 2006
Interesting Stores 
The city has many stores that are upscale, since many people have money. One of...
Last edited: 27 July 2008
The Aquarium of San Sebastian 
Carlos Blasco de Imaz Plaza, 1 Tel: 943-440-099 Web: http://www.aquari... Hours...
Last edited: 30 July 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
San Sebastian Indian Restaurant  
1. Indian Palace Calle San Francisco, 12 Tel: 943-293-771
Last edited: 12 August 2008
San Sebastian Vegetarian Restaurants  
1. Garraxi Taberna Ametzagaña Kalea, 11 Tel: 943-275-269   2. Tedone Corta, 10...
Last edited: 13 August 2008
Alona Berri 
The address given for this restaurant (Alona Berri) is incomplete and therefore...
Last edited: 15 October 2009
Arzak 
Arzak is open daily from Tuesday -Saturday. The menu features seafood and beef...
Last edited: 24 April 2009
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Inside Spain: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The currency of Spain is the Euro (EUR), currently shared by 15 nations of the...
Last edited: 30 November 2008
Crossing the Border 
Spain has three European land borders, two come under the Schengen zone (France...
Last edited: 30 December 2008
Emergencies 
Dial 112 - for all emergencies 902 102 112 - for multi-lingual services...
Last edited: 30 June 2008
Important Phrases 
In many parts of Spain, particularly small towns and rural areas, older people...
Last edited: 09 October 2008
Telephones 
Always dial the full number as written or printed, including area code, when...
Last edited: 30 June 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
In Spain it is common to leave 5% -10% tip for services. Locals always tip even...
Last edited: 19 June 2009
Credit Cards 
If you are paying by credit card in Spain and your home currency is not the...
Last edited: 07 May 2009
Electricity Info for Spain 
Voltage is 220V, 50 Hz (cycles). One needs to use a transformer (converter) if...
Last edited: 09 July 2008
Exchanging Money 
Exchanging money in Spain is easy and follows a similar pattern to elsewhere in...
Last edited: 30 June 2008
Policing, Crime & Accidents 
Main-line policing in Spain is organised and managed on a national basis by the...
Last edited: 30 June 2008
Rental-Cars 
Car rental is a nice option for moving around this beautiful country. It´s very...
Last edited: 01 December 2009
Train Travel Terminology 
English to Spanish translation of words commonly seen whilst travelling by...
Last edited: 02 July 2008
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