Here are some easy ways to really get to know a new city in a matter of few weeks and start feeling at home in a new country:
Get to know the city and the map of your new city so you recognize the new names
Heartily enjoy your first meal in the new place
Enjoy the views from your bedroom and get to know the city-scape
Participate in the orientation activities and
share all that you know and learn about the new city and culture
Try the local food like an 'Empanada' to understand the flavors of the new city
Don't forget about the desserts while you're trying the new flavors
Visit the supermarket and do a little shopping with your host mom to understand how customer-service works and differs
Observe the city life and take a look at the street style and the street scene
Visit a local restaurant to test out your new language skills and to gain more knowledge about the local gastronomy
Take note of the food brands in the grocery story that are common and popular because they might come up in conversation with the locals
Understand the value of fresh bread and that it is a huge part of the culture
Take a night drink tea and read maps and tourist guides to get situated into your new setting
Feel the city vibe
Visit the local artisans and buy some local jewels
Get an ice cream with your new friends and know that you are in it together for the semester ahead.
It will be challenging, interesting, fun, exciting and hopefully, really delicious!
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