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Shopping Tips

Carrefour Market: Comparable to a Walmart. The French brand offers a wide array of groceries and toiletries items on the main floor. On the second floor you will find basic clothing and household items. 
 
Mercadona: Mercadona is the largest chain supermarket in Spain and is very affordable for groceries.
 
Primor: Comparable to an Ulta. Stop in Primor to find makeup, hairdryers, and other beauty products. 
 
Primark: Comparable to Target. This is a great place to find clothes for all occasions. Primark is especially great for inexpensive housing necessities like pillows, blankets, and storage. 
 
Oysho: Comparable to Aerie. If you are looking for athleisure or swimsuits, Oysho is the perfect place. This Spanish brand offers stylish, quality pieces. 
 
Shopping like a Spaniard: Shopping like a local means getting your fruits and veggies from a 'frutería' your meat from a 'carnicerías' and fish from a 'pescadería.' You'll find that your produce is fresher and cheaper than at supermarkets. 
 
Other retail options:
Zara, Bershka, H&M, Lefties  for clothing
Alcampo, Ametller Origen for groceries
MediaMart & FNAC for technology
 
*A reminder*
Before heading out to shop during siesta hours (2 pm - 5pm) or on a Sunday, remember to always check Google Maps to see if a store is open, as many will be closed during this time. 
 

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