Great culture and hot night life - remember you are only 16.
Super people and hot parties - remember you are only 16.
Fantastic history and hot dancing - remember you are only 16.
Unbelievable food and hot entertainment - remember you are only 16.
Nights under the stars you can not believe and hot people to share it with you - remember you are only 16.
A trip like you can't imagine - what how old are you
STAY HOME, GIVE YOUR DAD A BREAK - YOU ARE ONLY 16:-)
Have a great time kiddo you will remember it all your life BUT REMEMBER - YOU ARE ONLY 16.
the people are lovely. In Cordoba you'll find that not many speak English, but they'll love you if you try a little spanish. I'd recommend a free podcast called Coffee Break Spanish (Radio Lingua network). Even if you only remember a dozen words, they will warm to you.
Don't worry about price and tourist comments above. Spain (and Cordoba) are like anywhere else. You can get a sandwich for next to nothing in some parts of New York, but if you buy it in Times Square you'll pay more. Remember that when you go to the Mesquita (and you must go!).
I have owned a house just south of Lucena (30 miles south of Cordoba) for the last 5 years and I have NEVER felt like I was getting ripped off... well maybe a little down on the beaches in Malaga but that's where the real Tourism happens.
Try the food. Be brave! You won't see much paella, except Sunday lunchtime. but try the Rosada and Dorada, Gambas Pil Pil, Albondigas, Filete, and Chorizo. If you don't know what they are look them up. But try them!
Ask for a Tapa, (a small dish of them) or a Tapita (one, probably pinned to a piece of bread!). If you just order "Gambas", you'll get a big plate full.
And for breakfast - Pan con tomate y jamon. Ham and tomato on bread. lovely.
Try this
http://www.el-pilar.com/website/Eating_o...
and have fun!
New sights, sounds and smells and lots of really old buildings and vernacular architecture in the centre of town. No doubt your group will see all the usual sites.
Tapas. At 16, you can go into a tapas bar (no alcohol of course until you are 18), and try all sorts of new things to eat. Be brave and go in a group and order enough forks so everyone can taste everything - be careful, it can get expensive very quickly. Generally the food is great. (But, I hate brain omelette.)
Bull fights: think twice before going it can be disgusting.
Try to visit Granada and Sevilla and see a bit of the countryside.
Have a great time!
P.s. Just to say that one of my Spanish friends often orders iced coffee: an "Americano, descafeinado de máquina, con hielo y sacarina, en un vaso". You just ask for what you want and you get it.
This may be the longest name for a coffee in any language!
It's a wonderful country. The locals really appreciate it if you speak a little spanish. The food is superb - try tapas, paella etc. But if you offered one of the day's specials in a bar or restaurant ask how much it is per portion before you order - the spanish do like their pound of flesh from tourists!
Have a wonderful time.
With the second largest tourism industry in the world, Spain has plenty to offer any visitors to the country, which includes the mainland of Spain, as well as the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands. Here is a brief overview of what people can expect when they go on holidays to Spain.
The national language is Spanish, and generally natives appreciate it when tourists try to speak Spanish in shops and restaurants. Other officially recognised Spanish languages include Basque, Catalan and Galician.
The warm weather and sandy beaches of Spain’s many islands and its long and beautiful Mediterranean coast draw tourists from around the world. Visitors can expect friendly atmosphere, lively entertainment and glorious sunshine throughout the summer months. The many hills and mountains offer amazing views, and provide great opportunities for walking, cycling and horse riding. Snorkeling, diving, and other water sports are in abundance, and Ibiza’s nightlife is world-renowned.
Popular inland destinations include cities of Madrid, Barcelona and Valencia, where visitors can marvel at stunning architecture, and drink in Spain’s rich culture. From the power and agility of bull fighting to the beauty and music of flamenco dancing, Spanish entertainment has something for everyone. Ancient side streets contrast strongly with contemporary, air-conditioned buildings, and Spanish history and art is showcased in many galleries and museums.
From high-end designer outlets to winding arrays of market stalls, shopping in Spain is a must-do activity. In high street shops, the price you see is the price you pay, as VAT is already included. Most markets welcome haggling for prices, but beware of counterfeit items. Remember that many stores may close in the afternoon for siesta. The currency used is the Euro.
If you plan to go on holidays to Spain, be sure to sample some of the local cuisine. The most popular dish is paella, a delicious combination of rice and seafood. Diet also features cold soups, such as gazpacho, meats including Spanish ham and chorizo, and hard cheeses like Manchego. Wash down your meals with Spanish red wines and beers enjoyed responsibly.
For those holiday makers who like to enjoy a home away from home, many of Spain’s tourist resorts hold English and Irish bars with familiar brews, snacks, and even sports coverage. It is also possible to find English speaking hotels and restaurants that cater for those language-shy visitors, so anyone can enjoy Spain as the ideal holiday location.
Expect people who speak Spanish, warm, inviting, friendly people.
Expect to see food that you won't recognize...try it anyway...it's usually really good!
People like to sit and sip coffee for, like, hours at a time. They don't get "ICED coffee", so if you want one, you have to make it yourself. They'll look at you like you've grown an extra head.
Expect to have fun!
I'm a 16 year old American girl, and I'm going to Spain this Spring. I was wondering what I should expect when I go there (I'm going to be around Cordoba mainly). What are the people like, the culture, etc.
