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• Ideas for multi-destination gap years

  

  If you're considering your options for gap year travel, it is likely you will be planning on visiting more than one country. A multi-destination trip is an incredibly exciting prospect – and there is plenty of scope to really make the journey your own. Read on to get some top travel ideas.

• How to get the most out of an overseas volunteering adventure

  

  If overseas adventure travel is on the agenda for your gap year, you might be wondering how to get the most out of your experiences. There is certainly a lot to consider, so here are a few tips to help ensure your trip runs smoothly.

• An adventure-seeker's guide to exploring Vietnam

  

  If you're looking for a slightly more unusual destination in which to experience adventure travel, Vietnam is the place for you. This south-east Asian destination is increasingly being recognised as a fantastic country to explore – so make sure you get there before the secret is fully out!

• Volunteer in Nepal for a unique holiday

  

  Finding a way to travel and give something back to the destinations you visit is not always easy, but with numerous volunteering opportunities in Nepal, you may discover it is simpler than you thought to enjoy a unique and worthwhile holiday.

• Top South American destinations for volunteer breaks

  

  Travellers are increasingly looking for ways in which they can give something back to the destinations they visit. South America has a plethora of beautiful locations to explore and there are numerous opportunities to volunteer during a trip to the continent.

• Enjoy a unique gap year with Malaysian orangutans

  

  If you are looking for a gap year experience that will be rewarding and fun, there are few better options than to work with animals. Malaysia is an excellent choice if you are hoping to really make a difference to a species that is in need of protection.

• Work with underprivileged children in Argentina

  

  Whether you are hoping to do worthwhile voluntary work or keen to get an insight into Latin American culture, why not visit Argentina? Come here on a career break or a gap year after completing university and you'll be able to spend time working with children.

• Get off the beaten track by volunteering in Nepal

  

  Choosing to do voluntary work in Nepal allows you to base yourself in places that are located in a prime position for you to explore some of the country's best sights. On top of this, it enables you to really get under the skin of this beautiful south Asian nation.

• Off the beaten track volunteering destinations in south-east Asia

  

  If you're considering volunteering overseas, make sure it really is a trip to remember by selecting a destination that is still largely off the tourism radar. This will give you an opportunity to explore a land that feels unchartered, while giving something back.

• Bali: a great destination for a volunteer break

  

  Bali is one of the jewels in Indonesia's crown and is renowned as one of the most welcoming islands in the country. If you are keen to take a holiday that involves more than just lying on a beach, why not consider joining a voluntary programme?

• What makes Vietnam a great place to volunteer in?

  

  If you think you might volunteer abroad in the future, there are a host of destinations you could consider – but perhaps one of the most rewarding is Vietnam. What exactly is it about this country that makes it such an excellent place for this kind of trip?

• 3 of the most unique destinations in Africa for voluntary work

  

  Africa is one of the best places in the world in which to get involved with helping underprivileged communities or taking part in conservation and wildlife initiatives. So, if you can't decide where you should visit, our guide to the three top destinations in Africa could help.

• Tips on planning a volunteer trip on a budget

  

  A few months travelling may be something you've always wanted to do, but you might have felt restricted due to a lack of funds. However, going on voluntary holidays needn't break the bank. Here are some tips on how to have the trip of a lifetime on a budget.

• Top 5 destinations for seeing and helping to protect endangered species

  

  If you dream of overseas adventure travel where, as well as discovering new, far-flung places, you are also getting up close to exotic creatures and helping conserve the futures of endangered animals, you will find a wealth of projects to get involved in.

• Why Vietnam is the perfect destination for a mix of adventure and volunteering

  

  If you want to volunteer overseas but enjoy an element of adventure at the same time, why not search for a destination that allows you to combine the two? Boasting a glorious, fascinating landscape and the potential for you to make a tangible difference, Vietnam is one such place.

• A short guide to volunteering opportunities in Ecuador

  

  If you are considering voluntary work abroad, you'll find there are plenty of destinations that are in need of assistance – but perhaps one of the most exciting and fascinating is Ecuador. With hugely varied opportunities to volunteer, the nation offers something unique to travellers.

• Volunteer abroad as projects gain popularity with holidaymakers

  

  Travelling presents many opportunities to take part in different activities, but none are likely to be more rewarding than international volunteering. Indeed, taking part in volunteer projects is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in another culture.

• Why Thailand is the perfect place to teach English while travelling

  

  If you are keen to give something back to every new place you visit in the world, there is no better job than that of a volunteer in Thailand.

• Volunteer in Nepal and help local communities

  

  Whether you are planning a full gap year, a short stint overseas or are simply looking for a holiday spent giving something back, voluntary work in Nepal can be an amazing choice.

• Amazing destinations for marine conservation

  

  The world under the waves is a fascinating, mysterious place – and its home to some of the planet's most amazing endangered species. If you're considering taking a trip overseas – whether for a gap year or simply a holiday with a difference – why not think about taking part in marine conservation at the same time?

• Mix volunteering with adventure travel in Africa

  

  Whether you're planning on taking an action-packed gap year, an invigorating career break or you are just searching for a holiday with a difference, adventure travel holds a distinct appeal. But if you're looking for a little more than exciting activities and exploration alone, why not consider adding a volunteering element to your itinerary?

• Volunteer trips in some of Asia's hottest travel destinations

  

  Asia remains one of the most enduringly popular regions to visit, but to really have an experience you won't forget, why not consider volunteer work in some of the most talked-about destinations?

• How to prepare for a career break abroad

  

  You might be overwhelmed by the number of things you have to organise when taking a career break, but here are some tips on how to get prepared for your adventure away.

• The rewarding experience of volunteering for charity on holiday

  

  You might have dreamt of travelling around the world, taking in new sights and experiencing new cultures. But something that will make your time more rewarding is to volunteer for a charity during your expedition.

• Volunteer in Africa and help communities near Mount Kenya

  

  Becoming a volunteer abroad can be a very rewarding experience and if you've always wanted to give something back to people less fortunate than yourself, why not consider getting involved in a voluntary project in Africa?