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Gapyear.com is the world's largest & most exciting gap year social network. It's a home for travellers to meet online, to chat, and to share experiences through the message boards, blogs & photos. If you're planning a gap year then this is the only place you need to be...
Editor's Pick: Travelling with the Man
Travelling with your other half is easier said than done. Luckily for us, Marta Napierala has given her top 5 tips on how to travel with your partner. Despite the title, this isn't one just for the girls! Read it to make your life travelling with someone else easier on the road...
Bizarre requests to the FCO
Rebel monkeys, marriage counselling, settling wagers and fertility advice - unfortunately it’s all in a day’s work for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office!
Havana Club Gap Year = Won!
It took four months to find the perfect person, but the winner of the Havana Club Gap Year has been chosen. Boy are they in for a good time!
Backpacking in Cuba
Cuba is one of the hottest destinations at the moment. Luckily for us, we've got Rena Papatheofilou to tell us all about her experiences backpacking in Cuba.
What Happens on Tour?
It's fair to say gapper Phil Inman has been around the block. If there's one thing he's discovered is he really likes tours. As in, he really really likes tours.
The Coolest Festivals in the USA
The biggest and best festivals in America. Want to combine a trip to see The XX, Ben Howard, The National or Bjork into your gap year itinerary? Then check em out!
Where to Go in Colombia
Colombia is one of the places to start your South American gap year; make sure you read Tej Parikh's article on where to go in Colombia to see what's hot.
