Local Living

<p>No trip to South America is complete without exploring the foods and flavors. From street carts to family tables, South America is a foodie paradise of flavor and texture - even for vegans!</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>

<p>Got writer’s block? Follow the great artists of history—Hemingway, Rowling, even Picasso—to their favorite cafés and find your inspiration abroad. </p>

<p>Finding a new place to live is not easy, especially in a foreign country with language barriers, currency exchange rates and unfamiliar laws. Luckily, many...</p>