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Gap year travel with Contiki
Thinking about deferring a semester or taking a year off after graduation? Taking a gap year to travel is a great way to learn, grown and discover something new about yourself and the places you visit, so why not spend a season abroad with us?
We’re not your traditional gap year program. We provide immersive experiences and access to a community of global travelers that’ll help you pave your own gap year path and ensure you get exactly what you want while you travel the world. Take one trip, or stich a few together, either way we guarantee you’ll come home more confident, educated and ready to conquer the world.
Benefits of a gap year
Avoid burnout
Need a break from it all? Whether you’re in school or working, burnout is real. Taking a gap year is a perfect way to hit the reset button and escape constant demands from work or school. It is a year to spend some time doing and finding the things you truly love.
Boost your resume
Gap years are known add an impressive differentiator to your resume and application, and allow you to stand out against other candidates. Being able to discuss what you learned during your time abroad, and how it influenced you as a person will be sure to impress your employer.
Make new friends
Making friends in a non-educational or non-professional setting is the best way to create lifelong friendships. One of the best things about taking a gap year is getting the chance to travel and meet people from all over the world. Who can pass up the opportunity to have an international friend group?
Stack and save
Looking to spend more time exploring? Link multiple trips together and save an additional 5%.
FAQs
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clear searchHow do I plan a gap year?
The best way to plan a gap year is to consider the places you want to travel to and decide whether you’re going to raise the money in advance or work while abroad. It’s always helpful to talk to a specialist who can connect the dots between countries and flight routes. We have dedicated reservation experts who are able to book your tours while you’re traveling.
Should I take a gap year to travel?
You should absolutely take a gap year to travel. Taking a year off to explore the world is a great way to learn new things, grow as an individual and make new friends. In fact, it will even make you more attractive to potential employers, as they will see you as more adaptable, confident and a person that's innovative and independent.
What is a gap year?
A gap year can be a great way of enhancing your resume, learn new skills, and travel. Typically it’s a year-long break before or after university or college, traditionally spent abroad. It’s the perfect time to take advantage of being able to travel freely before the next chapter of your education or career begins.
Where can you go on a gap year travel?
You can go anywhere on a gap year. Some people decide that they would like to work while they are abroad in order to pay for their travels. There are a lot of places that offer work visa programs for those under 30, such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Japan. Others may tend to work before they travel and some may want to do an around the world gap year trip taking in as many countries and cultures as possible within their budget.
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