The bars, often opening directly onto the street, are appropriate for meeting chatting over drinks and appetizers, and watching sports. In the event of live music, a modest cover charge may be attached to each person's bill. There are also clubs for listening to music and dancing. Each club determines a minimum age, and requires a cover charge at the door. Bars and clubs do not generally close before sunrise although some will stay open later.
Cities provide public parks for talks and family gatherings.
On the coast, visitors will find bars, restaurants, beach volleyball courts, and people singing. During the summer, it is common to find beach programs that provide activities such as aerobic classes, organized games, activities for children, and bingo for various age groups. At night there are sometimes singers and other forms of entertainment on the beach.