Taking the family on a gap year – benefits and things to consider
Sep. 24th | Posted by Matt
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The typical gap year traveller embarks on a voyage of discovery just before entering university or the work force – a time when marriage and family are usually still in the future. It is becoming increasingly common, however, for people to take a gap year later in life. Gap year travellers in their mid-20s and [...]
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Mountain climbing around the world – from amateur to expert
Sep. 21st | Posted by Matt
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Mountain climbing used to be a sport only for those who could afford to devote much of their life to the activity. In the last 50 years, however, huge advances in technology and equipment have caused the sport to become a popular weekend and holiday activity for tourists of all types. Amateur climbing in Africa: [...]
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Top 10 Diving locations in the World
Sep. 5th | Posted by Matt
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Many students on a gap year choose to focus their energies on backpacking, acquiring a foreign language, or devoting themselves to philanthropic endeavours in developing nations. Another intriguing option, however, is a diving holiday that spans the globe, taking avid divers to some of the world’s most beautiful and ecologically sensitive underwater areas. Many students [...]
Olé! A gap year in Mexico
Aug. 29th | Posted by Matt
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Mexico is the southern-most nation located in North America. Bordered by the United States to the north and the Central American nations of Guatemala and Belize to the south, Mexico is a constitutional republic comprised of31 individual states. Those who have never travelled in this nation may have a single image of it, consisting perhaps [...]
A gap year in the South Pacific: Fiji
Aug. 29th | Posted by Matt
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For most people, the very word “Fiji” calls forth images of idyllic tropical islands in the South Pacific. However, Fiji is much more than an ideal destination for holidays, it also provides student visitors with intriguing possibilities for an enjoyable gap year. Located about 2,000 kilometres north-east of New Zealand, Fiji is rich in natural [...]
Travelling through Europe on a budget
Aug. 20th | Posted by Matt
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Europe is a continent full of varied and exciting cultures begging to be explored and experienced. Widely differing traditions, architecture and cuisine are separated only by the borders that run between each country; and with so much to see and do, a trip through its delightful countryside is as exciting as it is engaging. These [...]
Best vineyard breaks in Europe
Aug. 20th | Posted by Matt
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For those in love with winemaking, the continent of Europe presents an array of breath-taking possibilities for both short breaks and longer holidays. Several different countries are famed for their wine regions, including Italy, Germany, Spain, and of course, France. Vineyard breaks in Tuscany, Italy The northern region of Tuscany produces a number of fine [...]
Student holiday to Amsterdam
Aug. 20th | Posted by Matt
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With a climate much like Britain’s, Amsterdam is an ideal destination for UK students interested in short breaks as well as longer holidays. Famous for both its dikes and its extensive canal system, the capital city of the Netherlands is located in the province of North Holland, which is itself situated on the north-western coast [...]
A gap year in France: the possibilities of Paris
Aug. 20th | Posted by Matt
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Book learning is a good start for those who wish to master a subject, but there is no substitute for direct experience. For students interested in expanding their knowledge when it comes to European history, art, or the French language, a gap year spent in Paris can be ideal. Historical connections in Paris Although France [...]
Underrated worldwide backpacking destinations
Jul. 31st | Posted by Matt
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A quick guide to the most underrated backpacking destinations: Iran Although some may be put off by the headlines, Iran is a backpackers’ dream. Persian hospitality is second to none. The people are eager to open up their doors to strangers, readily offering a meal and engaging in conversation. The best way to get around [...]
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