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What Are the Best Ways to Build Meaningful Friendships Abroad?

July 29, 2025 • Anita Hummel • Season 5 • Episode 24

Traveling the world or living overseas can be thrilling, eye-opening, and endlessly rewarding. But let’s be real: it can also get lonely. Even if people constantly surround you, that doesn’t mean you’re making real connections. Whether you're backpacking through Southeast Asia, teaching English in Europe, or starting a new job in South America, finding meaningful friendships takes effort—but it’s absolutely possible.

👉 Listen now to this episode of Dusty Roads with Anita to learn practical ways to make genuine friends while living abroad.
👉 You can also read more by clicking here: How to Make Friends While Traveling or Living Abroad

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