Gap Year & Alone

Find confidence and safety strategies for gap year travellers and those exploring the world alone. Our guides cover choosing safe hostels, building travel networks, and staying grounded when homesickness strikes.

Gap Year Finance

Going abroad for your gap year? Then the first thing you need to do is make sure your finances are in order before you travel. They're the key to making sure...

Gap Year Travel Safety

The gap year, that twelve months between school and university, has become a commonplace in recent years. It's a period you can use to work and gain experien...

Questionnaire: Are You Safety Conscious When Travelling Alone?

Travelling alone can be exhilarating, but it also requires constant vigilance. Even if you make new friends along the way, the fact remains that you don't re...

Questionnaire: Is Your Gap Year Itinerary Safe?

Planning a gap year itinerary often comes down to two main questions: Where would you like to go and where can you afford to go? The question many potential...

Tips for Travelling in Mexico and Central America

If you are preparing to travel to Mexico or Central America for the first time, the following are a few things you may want to know. What to Pack: Passport (...

Travelling Alone: Keeping Safe

Holidays and travel with others can be fun, but for many people, there comes a time when you feel the need to spread your wings and set off alone on your tra...