Interviews Articles and Travel Advice
How to Make a Podcast
When it comes to travelling and podcasting there's not much Gary Bembridge doesn't know. That's why he tells us exactly how to make a podcast.
Heading to War: A Journalist in Libya
Tom Lee travelled to Libya in September 2011 during the Libyian civil war. With no training or plan, Tom launched his career as a war journalist uniquely.
It’s on the Meter
10 months, 41 countries, 30,000 miles and they're still going on the meter. One Guinness World Record has already been broken and maybe another is on its way. With Sydney in sight there are even talks of continuing the journey long into 2012. We caught up with Paul Archer and the boys to see what they've been up to on their gap year.
The Great Conservationist
Gapyear.com speaks to Borneo conservation leader Leo Biddle to learn more about his journey to the jungles of Asia, the honest reality of wildlife conservation and the rewarding challenge of animal volunteering. Read this fascinating interview of the man aiming to change the volunteer industry.
Teaching English in Sichuan Province, China
Ben Robson spent 5 months volunteering, teaching English in Sichuan Province, China. Big classes, great food and smart kids; he shares his experiences.
Teaching English in Korea
Helen Hughes taught English in Ik-san, Korea. Living and working there was a bit of a culture shock, but it left a lasting positive impression on her.
Using Photojournalism to Bring Cambodian Landmines into Focus
Colin Summers has seen much strife during his photographic travels. Kate Messer questioned him about his experiences meeting Cambodian landmine victims.
Travelling in South Africa: An Interview with Ingrid Marson
We realise travelling round the world can be a little confusing at times. That's why we devised these series of interviews, to give you some advice and ideas on what you can do on your gap year. In this interview we go to South Africa and we learn all about what a braai is.
Travelling in the Middle East: An Interview with Deborah Barnard
We realise travelling round the world can be a little confusing at times. That's why we devised these series of interviews, to give you some advice and ideas on what you can do on your gap year. In this interview we go to the Middle East. Deborah Barnard tells us what it's like travelling as a solo female in a Muslim state.
Results Day and Clearing: Your Questions Answered
Mark 'Woody' Woodward from Bablake High School in Coventry is our favourite careers adviser. He's here to answer your questions about results day, clearing and what comes next. There's so much advice and heading off to uni can be a daunting prospect. Hopefully not after this Q + A session.
Solo Travelling as a Female
Solo travelling as a female can be daunting, but it shouldn't be! Travelling on your own can be an amazing experience. After all, you're your own boss!
Round the World via East Asia
We realise travelling round the world can be a little confusing at times. That's why we devised these series of interviews, to give you some advice and ideas on what you can do on your gap year. In this interview we go to East Asia. Japan is always a popular destination with backpackers - come see why.
Round the World via South America
We realise travelling round the world can be a little confusing at times. That's why we devised these series of interviews, to give you some advice and ideas on what you can do on your gap year. In this interview we go to South America. There's mention of beach babes and volunteering in shanty towns.
Round the World via South East Asia
We realise travelling round the world can be a little confusing at times. That's why we devised these series of interviews, to give you some advice and ideas on what you can do on your gap year. In this interview we go to South East Asia. There's a little on why Cambodia has the nicest people and why Koh Samui was a little too much like Thailand.
Round the World via Central America
We realise travelling round the world can be a little confusing at times. That's why we devised these series of interviews, to give you some advice and ideas on what you can do on your gap year. In this interview we go to Central America. Costa Rica for the gorgeous beaches and beautiful weather, Honduras for the friendly people.
Round the World via India, Nepal and Tibet
We realise travelling round the world can be a little confusing at times. That's why we devised these series of interviews, to give you some advice and ideas on what you can do on your gap year. In this interview we go to India, Nepal and Tibet. Apparently it's the the Himalayas, the Hindu culture and its fusion with Buddhism that makes Nepal so attractive to travellers.
Teaching in Japan: An Interview with Ronnie Jones
My job was a cross between teacher and clown. Some of my Japanese teaching colleagues let me do what I wanted in class (mad games to teach directions, bringing in my much-loved funk music, generally having a laugh) while others made me teach pronunciation and spelling (once I wrote 'embarassing' on the board but spelt it incorrectly... which was embarrassing).
Fundraiser of the Month: An Interview with Lizzy Bell
Superb fundraiser Lizzy Bell spent much of 2006 saving for a trip to South Africa with her fiancé Aaron. They're heading out to Port Elizabeth to work as volunteer teachers for three months with gap year organisation GAP SPORTS. Find out about her about her experiences in this exclusive interview.
Bangkok to Brighton by Tuk-Tuk
Every now and then we hear of a fundraising event that really makes us at gapyear.com stand up and take note. This is one such event - ambitious fundraisers Ants and Jo are planning to travel over 10,000 miles on three wheels in a pink tuk-tuk - all in aid of mental health charity Mind.
Extreme Arctic Expedition: An Interview with Yann Rashid
An interview with Yann Rashid about his expedition on the island of Svalbard, near the North Pole (it's Europe's northernmost territory). His main aim out there was to explore and conduct scientific research, however, the first few weeks were dedicated to simply surviving the harsh arctic winter and undergoing snow and ice training, such as crevasse rescuing. Here's his story.
Race to the North Pole: An Interview with Sam Eve
Sam Eve raced to the North Pole! She was part of the first all-female team to complete the Scott Dunn Polar Challenge, a 650km race from Canada to the Magnetic North Pole! Sam's team finished sixth out of sixteen teams, which is an incredible achievement! Read our interview with her here.
Expeditions: An Interview with Benedict Allen
Benedict Allen's greatest journeys have included a five-and-a-half month trek by horse and camel from the forests of Siberia, and a 3,600 mile crossing of the Amazon Basin at its widest point, without navigation by map or compass, but with help from the Matses Indians. His latest book, The Faber Book of Exploration, is an anthology of the world's greatest explorers. Here he talks about what going on an expedition means to him.
Cycling the Length of Chile: An Interview with Jeremy Fitch
Amazing gapper Jeremy Fitch cycled the length of Chile at 54! We thought that deserved some sort of mention, so we caught up with him to find out all about the trip, from what inspired it to what his best and worst experiences were to what he thought of Chile. Read this interview to find out all about Jeremy's trip.
