Do you fancy adding some sizzle to your CV or learning a brand-new skill? There are so many opportunities worldwide to experience new things or develop your skills and knowledge. If you want to test your physical limits you can learn to dive or surf, try adventure trekking or learn martial arts. Stretch your brain by learning a new language, sign up for a unique internship abroad, volunteer, try teaching abroad or get paid work and see the world at the same time!
Travelling is all about expanding your mind, broadening your horizons and testing yourself with new challenges. Whether you intend it to or not, travel equals self-development, whether it means learning a new skill, getting your head round the local language, gaining paid work experience for your CV or learning about conservation or wildlife abroad. Learn, develop and fall in love with travel as you set off to explore the world!
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Take off on your gap travels and learn something new! Maybe you've always dreamed of learning to surf in Australia? Do it! Want to learn to scuba dive in Thailand? Sure! Want to learn a martial art in Asia? No problem!
Central or South America is the best region in which to learn to speak Spanish, and we offer a wide range of programmes where you can learn some serious Spanish skills in amazing locations. Learn to speak Spanish in Costa Rica, Argentina, Ecuador or Peru and experience awesome culture at the same time!
Finding paid work abroad is another way you can add to your skill set and learn and develop as you explore the world. Whether you want a working holiday in Australia, fancy signing up for paid teaching abroad or dream of becoming an Au Pair in the USA, the perfect paid job is waiting for you somewhere in the world!
An internship is the ideal way of learning new skills abroad. If you're looking for unbeatable medical experience, head over to Africa and enjoy rewarding medical placements and internships.
Becoming a volunteer abroad is another way to ensure you learn and develop on your gap trip. Work with kids and make a difference abroad, volunteer with wildlife, get involved with vital conservation work, help communities around the world or show off your sporting skills as a sports coach abroad.
3 to 12 months from £7,049
4.5 211It's a bucket-list blockbuster!
Taking a gap year? Postponing uni? We've got the perfect trip for you! Discover Thailand, Vietnam, Bali and Australia with the perfect mix of group and independent travel. Combine fun in the sun with a working holiday and add on extra destinations to build your dream package!
14-42 days from £949
5.0 9Help to protect some of the most amazing animals in the world
Spend 14 - 42 days volunteering on one of South Africa's most exciting Big 5 game reserves, in the heart of the African bush. Get hands on experience with the most incredible wildlife and spend your weekends exploring the wonders of the Garden Route.
5 days from £449
5.0 1Learn to surf in the best location on the East Coast
Learn to surf at the original and best 5-day Surf Camp on the East Coast, just 2 hours from Sydney. Perfect for beginner to intermediate surfers, it's the total package with meals, accommodation, equipment, and activities included. Eat, sleep, surf, repeat, and we'll take care of the rest.
21 days from £1,999
5.0 6Explore the best of the East Coast in 21 days!
This fast-paced group adventure is jam packed with sunshine and fun. Set sail round the Whitsundays, catch a wave on the Gold Coast, discover K'gari in a 4 x 4, and party like an Aussie!
39 days or longer from £2,999
Explore Australia in depth: Melbourne and East Coast combo
Explore Melbourne for a week before taking a partially guided adventure along the Australian East Coast! Take your time on this combination tour getting to know Australia's incredible cities and inspiring natural beauty while making friends for life!
2 weeks or more from £789
4.5 1Work with Sri Lankan children in under-resourced local pre-schools
Spend time in southern Sri Lanka, teaching pre-school children in the poorest communities. Stay in our awesome volunteer house on Unawatuna Beach and explore the local area in your spare time.
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