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New month, new trips!

JUNE 04TH, 2018 BY REAL GAP EXPERIENCE IN EUROPE

It’s been a great start to 2018 so far, and as we edge into to sweet sun-shiny summer months in the UK, a few new destinations have been on our radar, so we thought we’d give you the lowdown on some of our latest new trips…

1. South Africa Horse Riding & Volunteer Experience

If you’re into your horses, there’s now a hot new riding experience on our books in sunny South Africa. Head on over to the heart of the beautiful Mpumalanga province and stay at an equine lover’s dream, surrounded by...

Top 5: South Africa Garden Route Highlights

MAY 02ND, 2018 BY REAL GAP EXPERIENCE IN AFRICA

Ever wondered how we manage to put together such awesome group trips? It’s because the team at RGE are travellers, just like you, and to make sure you have the best time on your trip we regularly go and check out the programmes ourselves (it’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it!). RGE Travel Advisor, Emma, has just got back from South Africa – check out what she got up to below.

If you want to experience a bit of everything on your travels, then I would definitely recommend travelling...

Top New Trips Added this Quarter

JANUARY 17TH, 2018 BY REAL GAP EXPERIENCE IN ASIA

On the build up to 2018, we've been busy putting together a whole range of exciting new trips, just for you! So, by way of celebrating the brand-spanking new year, we thought we'd unveil our top new trips here. Happy new travel year!

1. Canada Paid Work

Looking at starting over with a new home, new job, new country?! Well, now's as good a time as any, and with our awesome new Canada Paid Work programme, you'll get all the support and advice you'll need to make your (up to) two-year adventure...

Unique Travel Experiences

NOVEMBER 08TH, 2017 BY REAL GAP EXPERIENCE IN ASIA

It could be argued that every travel experience is unique to the person experiencing it at that moment, as no two people will feel, see or do exactly the same thing on their travels. But, there is a distinct difference in the experiences on offer to travellers in the first place; and some stand out as being one-of-a-kind experiences that aren't readily available elsewhere (our favourite kind), so we're taking a look at some of the most unique aspects of some of our top trips.

1. Nepal...

Trip Inspiration: South Africa Horse Riding Experience

OCTOBER 25TH, 2017 BY REAL GAP EXPERIENCE IN AFRICA

We often come across unique travel experiences that offer something a bit different or special – that’s why you’ll find plenty of choice on our website, because we want you to have an exceptional experience, not just a bog-standard holiday. So, we thought we’d take a look at some of our favourites over the next year, and this month we’re shining the spotlight on our South Africa Horse Riding Experience, the ultimate horse enthusiast’s trip.

What?

A fantastic two to three week package where...

Top Trips to Volunteer with Wildlife

SEPTEMBER 07TH, 2016 BY REAL GAP EXPERIENCE IN AFRICA

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 (to a certain extent) and you’re a massive fan of wildlife… well look no further, these trips are made for you!

Volunteering with wildlife is a great way to get closer (both physically and emotionally) with animals you simply don’t have at home. Trust us when we say - you will really make a connection with them. Not only do you get to see the animals...

New India Adventure Video

JULY 12TH, 2016 BY REAL GAP EXPERIENCE IN ASIA

So what's it like travelling India?! Well... you'll have all the answers after watching our brand new video, showing exactly why India is such an amazing backpacker destination!

Full to the brim with fantastic activities, our India Adventure trip is perfect for those who fancy seeing the 'Real India' by exploring and volunteering in different regions of the country. Included in the itinerary are activities such as camel safaris in the Thar desert, a night camping under Indian desert skies,...

10 Reasons Why Travelling Makes You Happy :)

APRIL 25TH, 2016 BY REAL GAP EXPERIENCE IN ASIA

Ok, so you can probably think of a million and one reasons why travelling the world would make you happy, but we just had to share ten of our favourite reasons which we hear again and again from our happy travellers.

Your road to happiness starts here...

1) You Meet Loads Of Inspiring People Who Become Your Buddies For Life

2) You See Things You Never Thought Existed In Reality

3) You Learn What Really Matters To You

4) You Push Yourself And Realise What You Are Capable Of

5) You Do Things That...

Where To Travel, Summer 16.

APRIL 04TH, 2016 BY REAL GAP EXPERIENCE IN ASIA

Spring is officially here! Time to dust off that outrageously big backpack, clean out the trusty water bottle and frantically attempt to secure your visa or expiring passport before you head out!

To kick start your summer in the right direction, we wanted to give you guys a little treat with spring rolling in (probably these early summer vibes making us a little crazy)…

Introducing the Real Gap Experience SPRING SALE!!! You can bag yourself up to 25% OFF our most popular travelling...

#MyRealExperience - Winners Feb 2016

MARCH 10TH, 2016 BY REAL GAP EXPERIENCE IN ASIA

It's time to announce the winners of the first #MyRealExperience competition of 2016. Before we get started we would like to say a HUGE THANKS to everyone who entered!

We asked you guys to post your travel photography, videos and even blogs using the hashtag #MyRealExperience and (as we expected) you smashed it!!! The entries were top-notch and came in from all corners of the globe. With such brilliant content, you gave us a serious headache trying to pick our winners (in a good way).

Don't be...

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