Synopsis

In today’s modern world, people of all ages are heading off all over the world, absorbing the multitude of cultures and experiences that are on offer. There has never been a better time to explore the planet and to live life to the full. Travel can develop self-confidence and build a person’s life skills, and your adventure will create memories and friends that will last a lifetime.

Whether you’re going to work on a project in a remote village in the developing world, or a journey from country to country having a go at every activity available, with sunbathing and the odd bit of casual work thrown in, you will want to get the most out of every second. And that’s the purpose of this book – to help you achieve the adventure you want. Like anything in life, travel and adventure can be risky. You can just buy a plane ticket and jet off to a foreign country with no preparation or guidebooks. However, you're more likely to have a good time if you use this book to do a little bit of valuable planning before you go. Time spent on preparation is rarely wasted. By reading this book you can leave on your adventures better prepared, more confident and able to get the most from your experiences.

This book has been written with ‘Gap Year’ travellers in mind, who have traditionally taken a break from study to spend a year or so exploring the world, and it focuses on people who will be undertaking more adventurous travels rather than seeking work placements in a Western country. Today, though, ‘gap years’ are no longer confined to students, and whatever your age, whether your adventures are for weeks, months or years, the information that follows will help you to have a more enjoyable time.

Whatever you do, wherever you go, remember one thing: Life is not a dress rehearsal, so plan it, get it right and go for it!

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