Are you coming to the end of school or university, and
thinking about having a year abroad? Have you thought about
what to do while you’re away? We’ve put together
a quick guide to
what to do in your gap year
. We’ll help you experience the best the world has to
offer.
Teach English abroad
There is, of course, a lot of demand for English teachers
all over the world – especially young and enthusiastic
teachers! It’s a great way for you to travel, meet
people, earn a bit of money, and maybe even get a
qualification along the way.
(
www.WorldTEFLschool.com
)
Wildlife conservation
Some people like to use the opportunity of a gap year to
dedicate themselves to a cause they care about, and wildlife
conservation projects usually mean doing so in really
beautiful and exciting environments. Africa is a
particularly popular destination for this kind of trip.
(
www.worldwideexperience.com
)
Globetrotting
If you’ve got itchy feet, and are keen to see as much
of the world as possible, your gap year is the perfect time
to do so. Round-the-world plane tickets can be great value.
Try and keep your bookings (accommodation and travel) as
flexible as possible – the last thing you’ll
want is to feel tied down.
(
www.EscapeTravel.com.au
)
Sporting adventures
For active travellers, it can be really exciting to go to
different countries and have a go at those sports and
activities which aren’t possible back home. Whether
that’s scuba diving, kayaking, skiing or even hiking
through forests or across mountain ranges –
now’s the time to go and have a go!
(
www.sportsnetholidays.com
)
Learn a language
While a lot of people think they should use their gap year
to visit as many corners of the globe as possible,
there’s always the option of staying in one city or
country, and soaking up the culture. This can be a really
good option if you want to learn a language, whether with
formal classes or just naturally.
(
www.blueplanetlanguages.com
)
Whatever you decide to do, it’s always a good idea to
take out travel insurance before you leave. That way you can
relax, and enjoy your travels…
