🏠 Housing
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
300€
Where was it located?
Tecnologico neighborhood, close from TEC de Monterrey
How can someone find this place?
contact of previous tenants/the landlord
Would you recommend it?
I was in Kali Homes, which is a pretty known house for exchange students in Querétaro. I recommend it if you are able to live with 20 persons! The majority are exchange students, and some are Mexicans: you'll meet great people. I loved my experience and I would do it again, but I completely understand if some people are not ready to live with that much people.
🍻 Social Life
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
With LifeXperience you literally get to see every club of the city. You can find an event nearly every night, but at the same time if you want to chill out, the city easily allows it.
🎓 Uni life at UAQ
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
You don't have many classes to attend so make sure to stack them at the beginning of the week to be free on the week-ends! I had "Democratizacion en México y America Latina" with a teacher I highly recommand. In general, every teacher really pay attention to the fact that you are not from Mexico, and easily help you if you encounter any issue.
Do you have some tips?
Most of the campus is outdoors, which is really pleasant! Make sure to notify the administration of your arrival so that they know which classes you are taking
✈️ Travel
Best trips to do?
I would say Querétaro is the best city for your exchange in terms of location because you literally are in the middle of the country, which really allows you to travel anywhere without taking the plane or spending too many hours on the bus. I did Puebla, San Miguel de Allende, Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, Puerto Escondido, Mexico City, Baja California... Mexico is such a beautiful country!
🌆 Queretaro vibe
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Queretaro?
The city center is beautiful, but if you don't live nearby, you may not visit often, as you'll need to use Uber or the bus for every trip. The city is known for being the safest and most expensive in the country. Housing is cheaper, but your groceries won't cost you any less than in France, for example.
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