Read the lonely planet culture section and then ditch the book when you get to town. The best thing to do is walk up to some young, college-age kids and ask them where the best clubs are. Of course, if college-age club scenes aren't really your thing, you could always just ask the expats.
Boots on the ground research always turns out better.
Definitely agree on the couchsurfing advice too. Even if you don't stay with them, there are plenty of people who are more than happy to meet up with you for a drink at their favorite bar or restaurant, and they'll usually give you the scoop on where to go.
Boots on the ground research always turns out better.
Definitely agree on the couchsurfing advice too. Even if you don't stay with them, there are plenty of people who are more than happy to meet up with you for a drink at their favorite bar or restaurant, and they'll usually give you the scoop on where to go.
Beyond All Seas
"The individual has always had to struggle to keep from being overwhelmed by the tribe.
To be your own man is a hard business. If you try it, you'll be lonely often, and sometimes
frightened. But no price is too high to pay for the privilege of owning yourself." - Kipling
"The individual has always had to struggle to keep from being overwhelmed by the tribe.
To be your own man is a hard business. If you try it, you'll be lonely often, and sometimes
frightened. But no price is too high to pay for the privilege of owning yourself." - Kipling