basque country the art of the good life
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HIGH QUALITY TOURIST SERVICES. We provide ground handling services for the Basque Country that can include official guided tours in main museums, translation services, airport meet and greet, transfers, car rental and other transportation, hotel and restaurant reservations, tours, conference venues and logistics. Some of the inventive activities on offer include private tours, walking tours of the Medieval districts, themed events, shopping sprees and various special interest tours. Asoarte’s companies handle all aspects of our clients’ events, from venue selection, registration, transport, arranging speakers, entertainment, catering and audiovisual equipment. Enjoy a unique experience with an expert!TRANSCRIPT
ASOARTEBasque Country
Incoming Association
Basque Count r y t he ART o f t he good L IFE
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F EASOARTEBasque Country
Incoming Association
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O2
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O
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is the result of the association
of the most qualif ied and experienced
Basque Country DMC’s.
Our memebrs’ staffs are trained to
manage all kind of programs based on
leisure or MICE, as well as a wide range
of exclusive incentive tr ips or special
interest tours.
Our Teams are also mult ingual and skil led
enough to develop any kind of proposal in
al l the country combined with Spain
and also in Portugal.
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O 3
n AT u R e & Ad v e n Tu Re
cu lTuRe & gA sTRonomy
t R A d i T i o n & i n n o v AT i o n
A R T & c iT y bReAks
HIGH QUALITY TOURIST SERVICESWe provide ground handling services for the Basque Country that can
include off icial guided tours in main museums, translation services,
airport meet and greet, transfers, car rental and other transportation,
hotel and restaurant reservations, tours, conference venues and
logistics. Some of the inventive activit ies on offer include private
tours, walking tours of the Medieval distr icts, themed events, shopping
sprees and various special interest tours. Asoarte’s companies handle
al l aspects of our cl ients’ events, from venue selection, registration,
transport, arranging speakers, entertainment, catering and audiovisual
equipment.
Enjoy a unique experience with an expert!
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F EASOARTEBasque Country
Incoming Association
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O4
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O
cu lTuRe & gA sTRonomyEnjoy the gastronomical and oenological
pleasures of Euskadi. Start ing by the mere
sampling to a more profound knowledge
of them.
Even though the accent is posed on the
local wine and gastronomy culture, these
activit ies wil l be completed with visits to
the great cultural features of Euskadi.
Art & Culture ProgrAms
Wine & gAstronomy ProgrAms
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O 5
the ART of eat ing and drinking wel l is something cultural
in Euskadi. We can appreciate it in the markets,
homes, restaurants and Gastronomical Societies.
The traditional cuisine, plus an innovative
movement of author cuisine, has jumped over our
frontiers, allow our visitors to choose amongst a
very diverse offer to suit every palate.
the ART of feel ing the music of many styles, dances, theatre.
In Euskadi, culture is present in al l parts due to
several f irst l ine international festivals.
The International Fi lm Festival at San Sebastian,
opera in Bilbao and in Vitoria-Gasteiz, the best
Jazz that also you can enjoy at Getxo and
Donostia- San Sebastian.
the ART of l iv ing Basque people have been able to transform into
sports and entertainment everyday work such
as log chopping, grass cutt ing, stone l i ft ing and,
even, the skil l fulness of the shepherds with
their herds. We wil l also discover the tradit ional
dances and music or the bertsolaris, poets
that improvise rimes in Euskera, the mil lenary
language of the Basque.
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F EASOARTEBasque Country
Incoming Association
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O6
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O
Nature right next to civi l ization. Nature
lovers have much to discover in Euskadi.
Outings to experience the contact with
Nature (plains, mountains, woods, sea
cl iffs...) and enjoy the possibi l i t ies that the
Basque coast has to offer by practicing
many of the activit ies available there.
nAture & outdoors ACtivities
n AT u R e & Ad v e n Tu Re
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O 7
ART at is purest Euskadi has several and diverse protected
natural spaces. Nature Parks, the wetlands of
Urdaibai, that has been designated Reserve
of the Biosphere and, f inal ly the protected
Biotopes.
From the sea to its magical mountains and
chasms of legend where you can enjoy the
charms that nature offers here.
the ART of l i fe in the countryside Experience the contact with the sociocultural
heritage of the countryside in comparison to
the urban style of l i fe. It ’s peculiar l i fe style,
products, handicrafts, gastronomy, tradit ions, as
well as the tradit ions and activit ies of its people.
the ART of the seaTo sail in a yacht.
To learn new fishing techniques and enjoy
practicing them yourself.
Enjoying the products of the sea.
Share time with the local f ishermen and learn
from their r ich Basque tradit ion that tastes of
salt, sun and freedom.
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F EASOARTEBasque Country
Incoming Association
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O8
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O
We offer excellent service to our cl ients
in the realms of business event planning,
incentive travel, meetings and tours.
Showcasing the best of the Basque
Country, al l companies participating
in Asoarte (run by Basque people)
ensures that visitors enjoy an affordable,
memorable and unique experience, and
that al l their needs are taken care of.
industriAl And ProfessionAl tourism
teAm Building ACtivities
Cruise CAlls
miCe
t R A d i T i o n & i n n o v AT i o n
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O 9
the ART of receiving Everything necessary to make any congress or
event a success.
Information for the organization, technical
support, institutional contact, counseling
regarding management and relation with local
professionals, lodging, transport, hostesses,
translators and interpreters, catering services.
the ART of meetingModern and functional buildings, with luminous
interior spaces and the most vanguards
and modern technologies, ready to receive
congresses and meetings of al l sorts.
The Euskalduna Palace, the Kursaal and
the Palacio Europa are good examples of
the interest Euskadi has in Professional and
Meetings Tourism.
the ART of exhibit ingSpaces with al l what is necessary for a fair to
fulf i l l al l i ts expectations. Modern constructive
projects, technologically advanced and adapted
to the necessit ies of the exhibitors and visitors,
as well as having excellent accesses.
The Bilbao Exhibit ion Centre is the most
innovative space of Europe.
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F EASOARTEBasque Country
Incoming Association
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O1 0
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O
Enjoy, discover and explore Bilbao,
Donostia or Gasteiz. Their architecture,
their museums, shopping, to meet and
participate in the night l i fe of each of the
three capitals.
To strol l along their old medieval parts,
visit their museums guided by experts,
enjoy the miniature cuisine and sample
their best wines, ...
Wine sAmPlings And food PAirings
guided visits to museums
theAtre visits
tAPAs tour
shoPPing
A R T & c iT y bReAks
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O
B a s q u e C o u n t r y t h e A R T o f t h e g o o d L I F E
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I | 5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D | B I L B A O R E S E R V A S | B I L B A O D R E A M D E S T I N A T I O N | B I L B A O I N C E N T I V E S | B I L B A O P A S O A P A S O 1 1
ART in Bi lbaoBilbao is much more than the Guggenheim
Museum. It is a city where vanguard tendencies
and history blend together in order to offer an
unforgettable experience. The great architectural
and infrastructure projects have been the true
engine of economical and urban regeneration
of the city and are clear examples of the
unstoppable vital i ty that you can feel in Bilbao.
ART in DonostiSan Sebastian is the world capital of pintxos.
Gastronomy and nature compete in this city,
known world wide for its cuisine and chefs
that collect amongst them 16 Michelin stars.
Tradit ion and modernity l ive together in this city,
with some touches of the Belle Epoque that also
has an extremely interesting cultural agenda.
ART in GasteizVitoria – Gasteiz is the European Green Capital
in 2012. It has the highest percentage of
green zones per person in Euskadi. It also
has an intense cultural l i fe and its tradit ional
gastronomy, based on local produce and
blended with the great wines of Rioja Alavesa,
that wil l not dissapoint any of its visitors.
ASOARTEBasque Country
Incoming Association
B I T R A V E L | N I S | R O M O T U R | S E R G O F I
5 S E N S | S A V O U R | C T U | G O I N D
B ILBAO RESERVAS | B I LBAO DREAM DEST INAT ION
B ILBAO INCENT IVES | B I LBAO PASO A PASO
n AT u R e & Ad v e n Tu Recu lTuRe & gA sTRonomy
t R A d i T i o n & i n n o v AT i o nA R T & c iT y bReAks