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Our travel advice pages can help you plan your gap year, with advice about booking flights and travel insurance, gap travel preparation, what to pack and useful visa advice. We also offer helpful advice about finding paid work abroad, with handy tips for those wanting to find a job while travelling.We also have an advice for parents section, where parents can learn more about gap travel. Browse through our travel advice pages and do your gap travel preparation: Set off on your gap trip safe in the knowledge that you have all the advice and info that you need to make it a success!
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Thailand Full Moon Party [2026]: Dates & Guide
Posted: 15 May 2026
The island of Koh Phangan is known for its epic Jungle Party & Half Moon Party, and, of course, the legendary Full Moon Party! If dancing under the...
Festivals to Finals: Staying Safe at Events and Festivals Abroad
Posted: 13 May 2026
Article in collaboration with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Some experiences are just better shared. Like when your team scores a goal in the final, your favourite...
How Do eSIMs Work for Travel? Beginner's Guide
Posted: 7 May 2026
Every traveller has felt the struggle of landing abroad, and your data plan suddenly costing a small fortune. Say goodbye to expensive roaming fees or waiting until the nearest Wi-Fi...
10 Ways to Save Up for Your Dream Trip
Posted: 11 March 2026
Planning your dream trip usually starts with a TikTok feed full of ideas, but you may be feeling stuck when it reaches the stage of, “Wait… How do...
What I Wish I Knew Before Travelling: Your Questions Answered
Posted: 9 March 2026
Travelling for the first time and wondering what you may need to know before you go? It’s completely normal to have lots of questions before going abroad, from...
What Are Group Tours?
Posted: 24 February 2026
Ready to explore the world, and tired of waiting for others to join you? Group tours are a total game-changer, from solo travellers seeking that social community and safety blanket...
Cherry Blossoms in Japan [2026 Guide]: When & Where to See
Posted: 23 February 2026
Every spring, Japan turns pink. Cherry trees across the country turn temples into paintings and Mount Fuji into a masterpiece. Somehow Japan looks even more photogenic, framed by pretty pink...
Cherry Blossoms in South Korea [2026]: When & Where to See
Posted: 30 January 2026
Cherry blossoms are one of the most iconic features of South Korea and Japan and are a total must-see. It transforms the traditional settings into a dreamlike painting. Korean cherry...
The Essential Travel Guide for Southeast Asia
Posted: 28 January 2026
First time in Southeast Asia? You’re going to love it. To make your trip a seamless experience, we wanted to share some essential travel advice to help you...
Backpack or Suitcase? Here's How to Decide
Posted: 19 January 2026
It’s the biggest question everyone asks before they go travelling… Should I take a backpack or a suitcase? Our guidebook is here to help you decide, as...
Thailand Half Moon & Jungle Party [2026]: Dates & Guide
Posted: 31 December 2025
You may have heard of Koh Phangan’s legendary Full Moon Party but have you heard of the Half Moon Party and Jungle Party? Add these to...
Moving to & Living in Sydney: A Working Holiday Guide
Posted: 30 December 2025
If moving to and living in Sydney is high on your bucket list, you’ve found the perfect Working Holiday guide to start planning your big adventure. Here are...
Working Holiday Visa Australia: The Ultimate Guide for 2026
Posted: 30 December 2025
EligibilityHow to Apply Working Holiday PackagesFAQs Most travellers dream of exploring the world while earning and an Aussie working holiday is how to make it happen! Here’s everything...
The Essential Guide for Long-Haul Flights
Posted: 10 December 2025
First time flying long haul or looking to master your travel day routine? Going in with an action plan will make a huge difference to your experience, whether that&rsquo...
What the New EES Means for Your European Adventures
Posted: 11 September 2025
Article in collaboration with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Whether you’re hearing about EES for the very first time or you’ve already come...
New Zealand Working Holiday Visa: Ultimate Guide for 2026
Posted: 11 August 2025
EligibilityHow to Apply Working Holiday PackagesFAQs Ever wondered what it would be like to travel, work and live in New Zealand? Here is our ultimate guide to making this dream...
12 Things Every Traveller Forgets
Posted: 1 August 2025
Article in collaboration with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Whether you’re a first-time traveller or an experienced backpacker, everyone knows the feeling of getting swept...
When to Buy Travel Insurance
Posted: 5 February 2025
Article in collaboration with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). One of the most important steps after booking a trip is to ensure you have adequate travel insurance...
What to Take Travelling: Your Travel Essentials Packing List
Posted: 27 December 2024
After booking your travels, the next step is packing! Whether you’re a first-time backpacker? Or a one-millionth-time backpacker? Sometimes you just need a packing list to tell you...
The Best Time to See the Northern Lights in Iceland [2025/2026]
Posted: 13 December 2024
Remember back in May 2024 when the Northern Lights featured on almost everyone’s Instagram stories? And again just last week! Well, that was evidence that the sun is...
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