Europe

<p>Gigi Engalla (UC Berkeley) asked a well-traveled stranger for advice on the American study abroad experience and received a prophetic response. The lessons she learned about culture, politics and society on four months in Paris lead to unexpected self-discovery.</p>

<p>Why study abroad for a year? Typically, a full year abroad is the cheapest option - something that Katia Griffin (UC San Diego) learned when she decided to further her mother's legacy by living abroad as she did.</p>

<p>What is it like to study abroad in Prague, Czech Republic? Take a look at UC Riverside's Nicole Azimioara's tips and recommendations on where to study, all the excursions, and pedal boating on the Vltava River!</p>

<p>Travel the landscapes of Scotland through Trieu Nguyen's (UC Santa Barbara) photo album and see the experiences you can have when you study abroad with UCEAP.</p>

<p>What is it like to study abroad in Maastricht, Netherlands? Take a look at UC Santa Barbara's Lindsey Campbell's tips and recommendations on where to study, all the foods to try, and biking to campus.</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>What is it like to study abroad in Aarhus, Denmark? Check out Emma Castleberry's (UC Santa Cruz) tips and advice on saving money, managing the weather, avoiding blisters and making friends.</p>

<p>Wonder what it would be like to study abroad in Ireland? Read Owen Sowerwine's (UC Davis) advice on best day trips, favorite places to eat, how to see the Irish countryside, and what to pack. Hint: a rain-proof jacket is first on the list.</p>

<p>Ever wonder what it's like to study abroad in Spain? Read UC Berkeley Claudia Waldman's advice on where to live, what to eat, and unforgettable weekend trips to take in the Basque country. Claudia shares what to pack, what to leave behind, and what to buy while you're in Barcelona.</p>

<p>If you're wondering why you would leave behind the life you worked so hard for back home, Elena Mateus (UC Berkeley) has some advice to offer. Study abroad won't always be easy and it won't always look like the perfect Instagram posts, but it will be worth it and just might be the best decision in your life.</p>