Looking for some essential kit to take with you on your gap adventure? Then look no further! Here at the Real Gap Travel store we’ve made your planning and preparation really easy by putting all your travel essentials in one place.
We’ve partnered up with several companies to offer you a large variety of great products. From hiking boots to backpacks, travel insurance to foreign currency, you’ll find what you are looking for here!
Accommodation
Need somewhere to stay on your travels? Take a look here to find a hostel or hotel for some rest and relaxation...
Book a Hostel
Plan your accommodation and book it securely online, through Real Gap. Search hostels based on price or availability.
Book a Hotel
Plan your accommodation and book it securely online, through Real Gap. Search hostels based on price or availability.
Staying Safe
Safety first! Make sure you have got adequte travel insurance for your trip and all the exciting activities you're going to try. We also offer a Travel Safety Course run by ex Birtish Special Forces which offers great tips for gap travellers.
Travel Safety Course
Our one day course is specifically designed to make sure you are prepared for your travels and that you know as much as possible about travelling safely on your trip.
Travel Insurance
Of course you are free to buy insurance from any provider, however at Real Gap Experience, we have travel insurance that has been specifically designed to meet the needs of global gap travel.
myTsafe
Thought about what happens if you lose your passport, insurance papers, credit cards or contact details? We have! Get your myTsafe account now for just £20 and protect all your important information.
Money
Using a debit or credit card overseas could cost you more than you think. Take advantage of free overseas ATM withdrawals and competitive exchange rates with a Caxton FX prepaid currency card.
Caxton FX Money Card
The Prepaid Visa card that works just like a debit card and is designed for spending while you're abroad. Load it online, over the phone or by SMS.
Essentials
There's some stuff that you just don't leave home without! Guide books, cameras, make up and washbags - you'll find it all here.
Lonely Planet Guide Books
Browse 500+ travel guides covering 195 countries, digital PDF chapters and products for your iPhone, iPad, Kindle and more...
Electronics & Gadgets
Visit PIXmania.com for digital cameras, camera lenses, memory cards, camcorders, telephony, MP3 players, GPS, laptops and more...
SIM Cards
ekit provides a suite of travel communication services including mobile phones, SIM cards, global calling cards, VOIP calling, voicemail, text messaging and online location mapping. These services are accessible worldwide from more than 180 countries.
Boots
Buy health and beauty products online from the UKs most popular chemist, Boots.
Clothing & Kit
Chances are you're going to be doing some exploring on your travels. Sort yourself out with some new kit here. Boots, backpacks, thermals or fleeces - you name it, they've got it.
Kathmandu
Kathmandu is a leading outdoor clothing manufacturer that provides a range of quality kit. They also offer Real Gap customers 30% off all purchases. Use promo code REALGAP2012 to claim your discount when you shop online.
Active Online
Active provide a place where outdoor enthusiasts can find high quality products, at consistent value.
Mountain Warehouse
Mountain Warehouse offer an expanding range now includes skiwear, technical and waterproof clothing, hiking boots,snow boots, base layers; suitable for hiking, walking,camping, travel, skiing, cycling, equestrian and running to name a few.
Ipanema Flip Flops
This year's collaboration with Gisele Bündchen supports a Climate Change project. It is this strong sense of social responsibility coupled with cutting-edge technologies that create the unique style of iPANEMA.
