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<p>Ever wonder what it's like to spend Thanksgiving in another country, far away from your family and friends at home? Read (UC Santa Barbara) Elias Veran's story of spending Thanksgiving weekend on an olive farm in Provence, hosted by UC alum, Thomas Seale.</p>

<p>As a child, Joshua Swank (UC Irvine) witnessed the naturalization ceremonies for new US citizens and thought, "how do they do it?" Little did he know he was witnessing student diplomacy at work! Study abroad reminded Joshua of the value of student diplomacy.</p>

<p>'Dirty, noisy, and full of sketchy people' is what Lindsay Campbell (UC Santa Barbara) once believed about hostels. While on study abroad, Lindsay learned hostels are generally clean, safe (provided you take precautions), and full of friendly, interesting travelers from around the world. </p>

<p>Ireland has plenty of wonderful study abroad locations. If you're interested in studying abroad there, see what (UC Santa Barbara) Katelyn Warren says about the different locations and why you might want to consider Cork for your study abroad experience.</p>

<p>All eligible UCEAP students have travel insurance coverage while they study abroad. It’s included in the cost of your program. Read on to discover answers to the questions students always ask about study abroad travel insurance.</p>

<p>Learn how studying abroad through Latin America helped one UC Santa Cruz student, Elisabet Raquel García, discover, protect, and finally embrace her identities as a multicultural queer Latina to take her place as family historian.</p>

<p>No trip to Asia is complete without exploring the food. From street stalls to fine restaurants, Asia is a foodie paradise of new flavors and textures.</p>

<p>Making friends with locals can make your study abroad experience even more enriching. UCEAP alumna, Liz Lemerand from UC Los Angeles, shares her recent experiences making friends in France and England as well as tips on how you can make meaningful connections with the locals in your host country.</p>

<p>Studying abroad can be the experience of your life, but it can also present new challenges. As you adapt to a new culture and meet new people, sometimes it can be a bit lonely. Here’s how to overcome feelings of loneliness while studying abroad.</p>

<p>Making friends while studying abroad can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. UCEAP alumna, Waresa Hu from UC Irvine, shares her steps to create meaningful friendships no matter where you go.</p>