Take a gap year
Gaining in popularity is the concept of taking a gap year. Originally a rite of passage for young folk in the UK (a tradition that dates way back to the 13th century) taking a gap year is rapidly becoming more commonplace worldwide, with Australians embracing the idea wholeheartedly.
While there isn’t a set age or time of life that a gap year should be taken, it is most common to do so between finishing high school and commencing further studies and often involves travelling.
Many people who take a gap year get involved with volunteer programs abroad or teach English as a second language. You can also look into applying for further education opportunities and deferring the start date by a year to give yourself some structure.
Whichever way you approach it, a gap year can be an awesome opportunity to simply go exploring, take a break after finishing school and to see what is out there in the big, wide world. Travel restrictions are thankfully easing up post-pandemic, so get your passport sorted and start planning!
Gaining in popularity is the concept of taking a gap year. Originally a rite of passage for young folk in the UK (a tradition that dates way back to the 13th century) taking a gap year is rapidly becoming more commonplace worldwide, with Australians embracing the idea wholeheartedly.
While there isn’t a set age or time of life that a gap year should be taken, it is most common to do so between finishing high school and commencing further studies and often involves travelling.
Many people who take a gap year get involved with volunteer programs abroad or teach English as a second language. You can also look into applying for further education opportunities and deferring the start date by a year to give yourself some structure.
Whichever way you approach it, a gap year can be an awesome opportunity to simply go exploring, take a break after finishing school and to see what is out there in the big, wide world. Travel restrictions are thankfully easing up post-pandemic, so get your passport sorted and start planning!