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Gap year planning
So you've decided to plan the be all and end all of all gap years, the show stopping trip, the year that will change your life, but did you realise how much goes in to planning it, do you know where to start? Take a look at the following pages...
Gap year advice
Your gap year travel may well be the most travelling you have ever planned and, as well as being exciting, it may be daunting. There's loads of advice available.
Gap year health
Gap year travelling can take its toll on your wallet, but more importantly it can take its toll on your health. Whether a slight sun burn or a nasty infection it could end up cutting your gap year short.
Gap year insurance
Insurance may be the last thing you want to think about when planning your gap year travel, who wants to think about things going wrong! Insurance may be the one thing that can save you in a tricky situation whilst travelling on your gap year though.
Gap year local laws and customs
On your gap year travel you may be surprised by the local laws and customs in some countries. Some carry a heavier penalty than just a red face so make sure you check out the local laws and customs page for some wise advice.
Gap year money
Money makes the world go round - right? So as you go round the world you'll need to make sure you have enough of it and in the right currency! Make time to plan your gap year budget thoroughly.
Gap year staying in touch
You may be having the time of your life on your gap year but spare a thought for your friends and family - they could be worrying about you if you haven‘t been in touch! Have a look at this page for some ideas on how to stay in touch.
Gap year visas and passports
Make sure you include plenty of time in your gap year planning to apply for any visas or passports as these need to be applied for well in advance.
