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.
5-6 weeks from £2,179
4.5 145-6 weeks on the beautiful East Coast of Australia!
Spend 5 or 6 unforgettable weeks on Australia's East Coast. Discover beautiful beaches, unspoilt islands and buzzing backpacker destinations.
16 days
from £2,299 £2,069
See the highlights of the Aussie East Coast
This 16-day group tour shows the highlights of Australia's stunning East Coast, with a group of like-minded travellers. Tick off your bucket list and explore Sydney, test out Aussie's rolling waves with a surf lesson and sail the Whitsundays on an overnight maxi yacht. Finish off in Cairns for some adrenaline-raising activities and a chance to snorkel over the Great Barrier Reef.
28 days from £2,399
Non-stop bucket list moments on Australia's stunning East Coast
Discover the wonders of Australia's East Coast on this 28-day group trip packed with beautiful beaches, buzzing cities and wonderful wildlife.
9, 12 or 18 days from £799
4.5 46An amazing 9, 12 or 18 days full of sightseeing, culture, adventure and parties!
Have unforgettable fun in Thailand on our amazing 9, 12 or 18 day Thai Intro tour. Explore Bangkok, visit a National Park and party on Koh Phangan on this ultimate whirlwind adventure!
2-4 weeks from £999
4.5 7Volunteer on a big 5 game reserve and explore the Garden Route
Looking for the perfect combination of volunteer work and fancy-free travel? Well you just found it. 1 - 2 weeks volunteering on an award-winning game reserve (with the Big 5), plus the best of the Garden Route - living the dream!
3 to 12 months from £6,249
It'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!
4-6 weeks from £1,749
Help protect this unique marine environment
Stay on an unspoilt island in stunning Madagascar and live and work on an amazing marine conservation project for 4 - 12 weeks.
2-8 weeks from £799
Help protect critically endangered sea turtles
Volunteer to protect hawksbill and greensea turtles on beautiful Nosy Komba, Madagascar. Stay for 2 weeks minimum in this remote and beautiful region.
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Conservation / Eco 
