There are three ways members can find travel mates on gapyear.com...

1. Find someone before you head off

To chat about similar trips or to meet at the airport if you’re going to the same place. Ideal for nervous travellers, those travelling solo or groups looking for others.

2. Meet people at your first destination

Loads do this for Thailand, India, Mexico and other destinations they’re a bit nervous about arriving at.

3. Meet people during your travels

Tens of thousands of our members are travelling the world right now... you'll find them in Australia, at full moon parties, doing ski seasons etc. Meet others in the same places or at the same gigs and events. Perhaps even set up a gathering of your own?

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