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Bangkok Bustle

Quick flight from Heathrow, catch a few zeds on route and before you know it, boom, you’re in Bangkok! Talk about a culture shock! One moment you&rsquo...

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Experience South Africa

"Tourists see the world, travellers experience it" is a quote we live close by here at Gap 360. One of the best ways to travel is to really...

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6 Reasons to Join a Group Trip with Gap 360

Posted: 10 August 2023

Olivia (@oliviayoulton) won one of our competitions back in 2015 and this year, she adventured off on two of our most popular group trips! Ticking off her bucket list and making...

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Travelling: Are You Ever Actually On Your Own?

We feel your pain, solo traveller. It's pretty nerve racking travelling on your own for the first time, but rest assured there IS light on the other side -...

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12 Reasons Why You HAVE to Do New Zealand Adventure

NEW ZEALAND IS MAGNIFICENT. And to show you all that the New Zealand Adventure is one of the best adventures that the world has ever seen, here are...

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Why You Should Volunteer with Children

Volunteering with children abroad is an eye-opening experience that you will never forget. There are so many reasons why volunteering with children is an amazing thing to do, so we...

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8 Reasons Why You Should Volunteer, And Just Visit Nepal

Looking to explore somewhere a bit different? Head to Nepal. From the incredible Himalayas to the fascinating culture, there's always something amazing to discover. Alicia has been visiting Nepal...

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Top 9 Reasons Why You Should Volunteer with Wildlife

Looking to do something with a bit of 'roar'? Volunteering with wildlife is as good as it gets... check out our top 6 reasons to head out into the wild and...

Campervan in Arches National Park, United States

Round the World, or Round the Block?

We bet if we were to ask you right here, right now where you wanted to go travelling, you'd be able to tell us. (Go on, give it a...

The Taj Mahal and surrounding gardens

Our Top 7 Backpacker Must-Do's in Asia

Did someone say Asia? Just for you guys, we’ve put together a cheeky list touching on seven of the most impressive, culturally rich and occasionally mischievous Asian...

Group at a waterfall in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Top Places to Travel in 2016

So it’s that time again guys, everyone is thinking ‘new year, new me’ – so what’s 2016 got lined up for you? As much as...

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Top Trips to Volunteer with Wildlife

This blog is for all the animal lovers out there… So you’re thinking of jetting off somewhere on your gap year, you want it to be constructive...

A colourful green and blue parrot sitting on a branch in the rainforest in Ecuador

6 Amazing Facts You Never Knew About Ecuador

We love Ecuador. With its stunning landscapes, incredible culture and friendly locals, it is rightly at the top of any serious South American travel bucket list! Before you jet...

Japanese Gardens in South Korea

Trending Destination: Your Guide to South Korea 

Posted: 19 January 2023

Feel like you’re suddenly seeing travel videos of South Korea everywhere? Well, there’s a reason for that! Travellers have been absolutely falling in love with this...

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Why No Visit to Australia Is Complete Without Visiting a Surf Camp

Posted: 28 April 2020

Emily Morgan won a competition with Gap 360. Part of her prize was going on our Australia Surf Camp Adventure trip. Read on to hear all about her experience... Heading...

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My Top 10 Experiences from Australia East Coast Adventure

Posted: 28 April 2020

Emily Morgan recently returned from her Australia East Coast Adventure with Gap 360. Read on for her top 10 favourite bits... 1. The Lighthouse Walk in Byron Bay Byron Bay has...

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6 Reasons You Need to Travel the East Coast of Australia

Posted: 31 January 2020

Gap 360 traveller Teagan Eastman recently returned from her travels in Australia. Read on for her top reasons to travel the east coast of Australia... 1. The hustle and bustle of...

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Konnichiwa! All About Our Journey Through Japan Trip

Posted: 15 July 2019

Want to visit somewhere new? Want to be blown away by a remarkably traditional, yet dynamic culture but don’t have much time to travel? Nooo problem. Just call...

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Trip in Focus: Vietnam Adventure

Posted: 13 September 2017

When you think of Vietnam what do you think of? Incredible landscapes? Endless rice paddies? Delicious food, such as spring rolls and noodles? A rich history, with the Vietnam War...

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European Cities That You Simply MUST Visit!

Posted: 29 July 2017

Here at Gap360, we’re pretty passionate about Europe. We love the culture, the cities, the atmosphere… The only thing we can’t agree on is which...

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