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#1 Tour Operator at The Running of the Bulls® wins 2nd Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
Running of the Bulls, Inc., PamplonaBalconies.com’s owner, has won the coveted Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence for the second year in a row. The award is based on the reviews of actual guests, and their ratings of the service provided during the company’s tours of Pamplona. Responding to news of the award, Mark Hellmann Regouby, President of the company said, “We are so grateful for our wonderful guests, and appreciate the fact that they took the time to review their experience traveling with us in Pamplona. Years ago, we chose to differentiate ourselves in the market by providing 5-star service, and it has resulted in great relationships with our guests, and even new friendships that have lasted for years. Our … read more
Running of the Bulls, Inc. Wins 2015 Certificate of Excellence
PamplonaBalconies.com and Running of the Bulls, Inc. were recognized by TripAdvisor for providing superior guest experiences. The 2015 Certificate of Excellence is awarded to companies that consistently receive excellent ratings from their guests. Commenting on the award, the Founder and President, Mark Hellmann Regouby said, “Our guests’ experience in Pamplona is our #1 priority for us. We are pleased that we are able to not only be the largest tour operator in Pamplona, but at the same time, consistently provide an unparalleled guest experience. This is due in part to the fact that our team travels to Pamplona to personally host our guests, but also a result of our excellent hotel, restaurant and other hospitality partners.” We look forward to … read more
The Running of the Bulls through a child’s eyes
We would like to thank Elijah for sharing with the world his experience in Pamplona during the Running of the Bulls. This young blogger, enjoyed San Fermin with us in 2013. We not wants to share with the world what the Running of the Bulls and San Fermin is like through a child’s eyes. Why did you decide to travel to The Running of the Bulls? I decided to go see the running of the bulls because it sounded fun. I was going to Spain anyway for summer holiday, plus I chose Spain as the country for a school report, so I read about it. But I was already interested in the running of the bulls before I researched it … read more
Looking for a perfect souvenir during The Running of the Bulls?
Tired of traveling and bringing home a boring fridge magnet? Do you always promise to bring your family and friends a gift when you visit a foreign country and spend half you holiday looking for the perfect souvenir but still end up finding nothing and settling for the the magnet? Well that won’t happen in Pamplona! In this post I will try to help you find the perfect souvenir to remember The San Fermin Festival AND bring home the perfect gifts for family and friends. One of the most typical gifts is the “pañuelico” or “Faja”, which you can find in many stores around all town Pamplona, as I published in our previous post about “What should I wear to … read more
Eating Well in Pamplona During the Running of the Bulls
One of the most common question that people from US ask me when I meet them is, “What do you miss most from Spain?” My answer, after family and friends, is easy, THE SPANISH FOOD! Spaniards love good food. We expect to have a variety of fresh and quality food. Since very young age we see how important food is in our lives. In Spain we like long meals followed by a long conversation in good company. The perfect meal includes many types of food and, of course, the finishing touch at the end, good wine. Where do I begin with everything Pamplona has to offer? With the world class food, the year-round cultural events, for example, seafood art, during … read more
Interview with the Artist – Running of the Bulls
Carlos Ciriza (www.carlosciriza.com) is one of the most recognized painters and sculptors from the Navarre region with more international potential. I would also like to discover further possibilities that the Navarre has to offer, regarding art and culture. We can find works by Carlos Ciriza in museums, parks, highways, public and private collections, and distributed in 23 countries. In Pamplona only two museums house his work and are not equipped to display more of his pieces. One of Carlos’ sculptures, entitled “The World of the Bulls”, is located outside the bullring in Pamplona. With this sculpture Mr. Ciriza wanted to capture his love of his city and the Festival of San Fermin. Carlos’ other piece of work in Pamplona is … read more
Where should I park my car during the Running of the Bulls?
In Pamplona, during the festival of San Fermin the best choice is to get around by walking or public transportation (if your hotel is away from city center), because vehicles are not allowed in the center of the city from July 5th to July 14th. If you are coming to Pamplona by car, the best option is to park in a parking lot. All of our hotels have private parking to park your cars in a safe place, but if you don’t stay at any of the hotels we work with, here’s my recommendation: Plaza de Toros Parking C/ AMAYA s/n, PLANTA BAJA 31002 – PAMPLONA Phone: +34 948 212 046 Carlos III Parking Avenida Carlos III Baluarte Parking PZA … read more
How is the Weather During the Running of the Bulls?
The climate of Pamplona during the festival of San Fermin varies widely. Usually it tends to be hot and dry, but some years the weather has been rainy and cold, particularly late at night or early in the morning. To plan for your trip to Pamplona, check the forecast for this year at the following website: Weather-Spain.com If you plan to watch the running of the bulls, do not forget to bring a sweater or jacket, because while you wait for the run, it can be chilly. Usually the mornings are temperate but the afternoons are hot. If you are going to watch the bullfights in sun section, the weather may be pretty hot…. but don’t worry, you can bet … read more
San Fermin Festival With KIDS!
As I have mentioned in previous posts, the San Fermin festival is a celebration for all ages, and few cities can claim to have a variety of different events and activities that both children and adults can enjoy together. To know what children might enjoy the most, it is best to go directly to the source. I decided to interview Ane and Sarai Martinez, two sisters, from Pamplona, aged 8 and 11 years old that look forward to festivals each year. What does the San Fermin Festival mean to you? San Fermin means fun and activities. We had a great time because we do many things from morning until night. We play and dance all day long. And what do … read more
Who was San Fermin?
Over time, I have been surprised by the large number of tourists that come to Pamplona to enjoy the festival. I assume that when each one sees the procession or the figure of the saint (San Fermin) in scarves, posters, etc.. they must wonder … who was he?? Well, in this post, we will put aside the bulls, the party, the drink and food to learn the history of the saint behind the festival: The Sanfermines, better known worldwide as the Running of the bulls, owe their name to the son of Firmo, a senior Roman administration official that ruled Pamplona in the third century, and his wife Eugenia. The young Fermin was baptized by San Saturnino (Pamplona’s Patron) in … read more