The ultimate Gap Year

• Introduction
• Budget Travel Basics
  • Budget Travel Basics Part 2
  • Budget Travel Basics Part 3
• Accomodation
• Budget Destinations
  • Budget Destinations Part 2
  • Budget Destinations Part 3
• Party Hotspots
• Low Cost Tips
  • Low Cost Tips Part 2
  • Low Cost Tips Part 3
• Travelling Light
  • Travelling Light Part 2
  • Travelling Light Part 3
• Travelling Alone
  • Travelling Alone Part 2
  • Travelling Alone Part 3
• Group Travel
• Gap Year
  • Gap Year Part 2
• Volunteering
• Spring or summer break
• What to do
• Conclusion
• Expert Advice
  • Expert Advice Part 2
  • Expert Advice Part 3
  • Expert Advice Part 4
  • Expert Advice Part 5
  • Expert Advice Part 6
  • Expert Advice Part 7

If you decide on taking a gap year, the most important thing you should do is make the most of it. Many people decide that working for half of it to save up the money, then traveling for the rest is the best idea, however depending on finances this can be entirely different for others.

Gap years are generally taken during any time, but are a general occurrence when a student is entering into college or university. The number of students taking a gap year in America is relatively low due to the escalating costs of post-secondary education, along with the loss of health care once finishing high school, taking a gap year would cause their health insurance to relapse. This is not to say that if you choose you would like to take a Gap Year, it is impossible, however generally many decide not to. Many students within the UK, Australia and Canada decide to take a gap year, whether they are working throughout the world, volunteering or simply traveling around the world.

Dynamy offers American students the chance to achieve internships outside of the classroom. College students who are frustrated with their day to day learning can practice hands-on experience with a personalized plan with supportive mentors. Students tend to be from 17-19 years old, with all types of personalities, likes and dislikes. Those who decide that attending Dynamy is the best option for them, simply have the drive to learn, make the most of their life and build up their confidence in the big wide world. The commitment lasts for nine months, whereby you can experience wild excursions with Outward Bound, allowing those who love a challenge to adapt to new environments, form strong friendship bonds and grow in confidence. You can also get the chance to take part in a nine week unpaid internships in many charitable organizations, businesses and social services. You will develop your independence through living in your own Dynamy owned apartments; the chance to earn yourself 12 hour college credits at Clark University, giving you the experience to carry on your studies after the internship.

If you are one of those students who may feel a little lost about what to do during your Gap Year, then gapyear.com can be of some service to you. Offering you a little insight with travel planning, things to do and volunteering. With trip planners to countries throughout the world, you will not be lost with a little guidance from the Gap Year experts. The site also offers must-have travel kits, useful for those who quite simply have no idea what to take with them on their ultimate travels. More importantly, the site offers those who are looking for someone to travel with a chance to pair up with another keen traveler whether they are traveling all around the world, to Asia or throughout Europe. With the number of travelers all over the world, you will be bound to find a fellow traveler to fulfill your dreams with. If you need any tips and advice, simply sign up to the site and take part in the message board, used by many Gap Year enthusiasts all over the world.

If you were to ask anyone who has taken a Gap Year, you will no doubt hear that it is the best thing they have ever done. If you are one of those who feel that the world is your oyster, then put on those walking boots and explore the world, as you may regret it if you don't. Gap Year travels can enhance your Curriculum Vitae with all of those skills you will be learning.

If, however, you want to take the Gap year without the 'year' then why not think about doing so during the summer holidays. Many travel companies offer the opportunity to use your holidays wisely with short-term ventures, such as working in Africa for Orphanages, teaching English, learning various languages worldwide or even building in Asia. From community, wildlife and ocean programs, you will not be lost for choice as to how to spend your holidays.

Obviously, taking your Gap Year would entail a great deal of information and planning. Knowing as much information as you can about your year would be beneficial, in order to organize finances and how much to pack and indeed what to pack. Transport will generally cost the most, so if you are looking for fairly cheap and reliable travel then you may want to head to Europe, North America and Australasia (they are all fairly reasonable). If you are looking to travel like a true traveler then India, Africa and Asia are excellent at offering some real cultural experiences.