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Gap Year Travel
Get The Gap Year Travel Bug!
Anyone can take a gap year - whether you're 18 or 80! Take a break from everyday life and plan the trip of a lifetime.
We can help you book every element of your trip from flights, visas, gap year travel insurance and accommodation to awesome adventure trips that will take you off the beaten track.
Where to Go
Top Gap Year Destinations
Thinking about where to go on your Gap Year? We've got a whole host of destinations just waiting to be discovered.
From Australasia and Africa to South America and South East Asia - we've got a gap year route to suit everyone.
Meaningful Travel
Do it your way
If you fancy something a little different this year, why not consider meaningful travel?
Have an amazing travel experience, gain a unique insight into a foreign culture and make a positive contribution - take a look at the meaningful travel projects available including Africa volunteer work!
Work & Learn Abroad
Worldwide programs
If you're looking for ways to fund your next trip, why not get paid to teach English as a foreign language abroad?
Or you could indulge your love for linguistics and master a mother tongue in its country of origin. Learn Spanish in Ecuador, Russian in St Petersburg, Chinese in Beijing ... even Arabic in Egypt!
Language Courses
Tongue twisters
Learning a new language overseas is an experience that will stay with you forever.
Whatever you are looking for from Arabic to Spanish lessons, we guarantee you won't be tongue tied for long.
Ready to plan your Gap Year?
I want to book - Call Me Back!
Ready to book a trip? Let's us know when you want to talk and we'll call you back!
Planning Help
Prepare Yourself!
Make sure you are fully prepared for your trip with STA Travel.
Research a mixture of activities and opportunities abroad to budget, plan and create your ideal travel experience.
Gap Year Tips
Know before you go
Pack well, stay safe and stick to your budget - find tips on these and more Gap Year essentials right here.
It is important to plan carefully before you head off on a Gap Year.
Be Inspired
Travelcasts on the go
STA Travel are proud to present their ALL NEW Travelcasts - packed with advice, destination information and hot tips.
Download the Travelcasts onto your mp3 player by clicking the link next to the Travelcast you want to hear, and don't forget to check back regularly for new updates.
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