Gap Years – The Essential Guide takes you step-by-step through the process from planning to participating in a gap year in an accessible summary fashion, & aims to arm you with the information you’ll need to enjoy a fun-packed adventure safely & within your budget. Chapters cover planning your trip, packing the essentials, practicalities, health & safety, saving money/fundraising, travelling around the world, volunteering, studying, working, & re-adjusting to home life, with continent over view pages guiding you towards the must see & do things in Asia, Africa, North America, Latin America, Australia/ New Zealand & Pacific, & Europe. A help list at the back of the guide contains a list of useful websites & organisation contact details to help you with your trip research.