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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