Natalia studies International Studies, Latin America and Caribbean Studies, and Spanish! She studied abroad in Winter 2024 on the Advanced Language and Culture in Granada, Spain program.
Don't Forget To Pack: Wall adapters and comfortable walking shoes
Best Left At Home: Heavy winter clothes - instead, wear layers for unpredictable weather
Best Eats in the Area: Any shawarma place or Tapas bar (I loved La Buena Vida)
Favorite Local Activity: Getting tapas with friends!
Where to Study: Atypica - coffee shop with wifi and power outlets
Must-Try Local Dish: Papas a lo Pobre
Best Photo Op: Mirador San Nicolás with the view of the Alhambra
Your Biggest Fail: Overpacking and then having to leave many things behind
Buy This: Bus tickets to anywhere. The experience will be worth it and tickets are inexpensive
Not That: Don't order Ubers/Lyft -- Taxis are affordable and abundant
Most Interesting Class: Lorca and the Andalusian Literary Tradition
Best Part of the Program: The sense of community and support
Unforgettable Weekend Trips: Sevilla or Madrid by bus
Bonus Pro Tip/s: Buy food from grocery stores instead of restaurants
