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The world is full of adventure. Earth is a planet filled with non-stop action, and yet this article was written behind a desk...
Perhaps it’s that widespread desire to embark on adventures like Indiana Jones, or seek gruelling tests like Bear Grylls. Even hearing David Attenborough’s voice is enough to stir a desire in us that sees us long to swap the daydreams for the dunes.
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Popular Choices:
1. The Backpacker: Travelling or Globetrotting
2. Working and travelling = Paying for your experience
3. Volunteering #DoSomethingRewarding
4. A career change to gain international work experience
5. Exchange programs
6. Studying Abroad
7. Do nothing and sit on the couch at home (deceptively popular)
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3 monster Gap Year options that could rock your world
Benefits of Corporate or Internship Exchanges
Working in a foreign country allows you to seek international experience in the workplace, and at the same time gain an income to support your adventures. In some cases individuals may not receive an income, but may have their basics and accommodation covered. The bottom line is that you get to explore a new country and its surroundings with an adequate financial cushion, whilst developing your career with international experience! Check out AIESEC the global student internship program!
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Our choices of some of the best Gap Year resources that are out there...
Books and Guides:
The Gap-Year Guide Book by John Catt Educational Limited - An annual resource guide for the Gap Year adventurer on the move!
Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts – An adventure into India like no other. A mix of underworld themes and life-changing moments, this is an epic read!
Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer – The well-documented story of American hiker Christopher McCandless. The ending is heavy, but the adventure is poignant and one worth reading.
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This all comes down to the individual. What is it you want to achieve by taking this time away?
Start by making a list of things you want to achieve and then start researching how you can achieve it.
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