# Sunbathing on Malaga beaches

**Language:** Spanish  
**CEFR Level:** A1  

> Listen in as Lucía and Sergio talk about local beach life and coastal dining in real, everyday Spanish. By the end of this course their conversation will feel easy to follow, and you'll be ready to join in.

**Setting:** Lucía and Sergio meet on the crowded sands of La Malagueta beach in Malaga while searching for available sunbeds. They decide to spend the weekend exploring different local beaches together, sharing tips on the best spots, food, and coping with the summer heat.

## Lessons

### 1. Asking if a seat is free

Lucía asks Sergio if the seat next to him is free, and they briefly comment on how hot the weather is.

### 2. Talking about jobs and origins

Lucía and Sergio talk about their respective professions and share where they are from.

### 3. Introducing yourself and suggesting informal speech

Lucía and Sergio introduce themselves, agree to use the informal 'tú', and share their thoughts on the busy beach.

### 4. Asking for and giving recommendations

Lucía and Sergio discuss the crowded beach, and Sergio recommends a quieter spot nearby.

### 5. Describing a place and its food

Lucía asks Sergio what the town is like, and they discuss its charming houses and the local fresh fish restaurants.

### 6. Talking about nightlife and plans

Sergio tells Lucía about the music scene in the town and his work as a DJ, sharing his plans to go there this afternoon.

### 7. Asking about prices and inviting someone

Lucía asks Sergio about the price of the bus ticket, and Sergio invites her to join him on his trip today.

### 8. Expressing immediate physical needs

As Sergio and Lucía plan their departure, Lucía mentions needing a drink of water to cope with the strong sun.

### 9. Asking for and accepting a drink

Lucía asks Sergio if he has a bottle of water, and he kindly shares some with her.

### 10. Talking about weather and destinations

Sergio and Lucía discuss the hot weather and compare the lack of beaches in Sevilla to the coast of Málaga.

### 11. Asking about and sharing future plans

Sergio shares his plans to visit a different beach in Málaga the next day after Lucía asks what he is doing.

### 12. Discussing beach amenities and preferences

Lucía asks Sergio about the location and amenities of the beach, and they discuss their preference for finding shade.

### 13. Agreeing to go out together

Lucía compliments Sergio on being a great pharmacist, and the two of them agree to go out together this weekend.

### 14. Coordinating departure and public transport

Sergio and Lucía enthusiastically confirm their plan and coordinate catching the upcoming bus together.