Don't Forget to Pack: An adaptor and an umbrella.

Best Left at Home: Extra coats. You'll end up wearing the same one the whole time.

Best Eats in the Area: La Buena Vida tapas bar. Tango bar. Amazonia Acaí Granada.

Favorite Local Activity: Going out for tapas!

Where to Study: In the IES building.

Must-Try Local Dish: Croquetas de jamón.

Best Photo Op: Mirador de San Nicolás.

Your Biggest Fail: Booking flights for a trip ... on the wrong weekend.

Buy This: Try the tinto de verano drink right away!

Not That: Avoid expensive cocktails.

Most Interesting Class: Diseñando la ciudad sostenible.

Best Part of the Program: Being fully immersed in Spanish and getting to meet amazing people!

Unforgettable Weekend Trips: Barcelona, Vienna, Paris, etc.

Bonus Pro Tip: Don't feel like you have to try new restaurants/bars all the time. Feel free to go back to places you like and become a regular! So fun when people recognize you.

 

Our 3-Minute Travel Guide series is inspired by the University of California's Education Abroad Program's (UCEAP) blog.

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