Europe
Harvesting Olives in Provence, France
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.
How one Iranian-American Became an Anthropologist in France
Learn how one Iranian-American student from UC Berkeley, Tara Shahandeh, discovered strength and resilience in the face of challenges while studying abroad in France. Learn what helped her finally claim her role as a multicultural, multi-lingual anthropologist.
3-minute Travel Guide: Prague, Czech Republic
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!
Scotland study abroad – photo story by Trieu Nguyen
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.
Tips for Your First European Hostel Stay
‘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.
3-minute Travel Guide: Maastricht, Netherlands – Edition B
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.
So you want to study abroad in Ireland, have you considered Cork?
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.
3-minute Travel Guide: Aarhus, Denmark
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.
3-minute Travel Guide: Cork, Ireland
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.
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