Since I moved to Ecuador two months ago, I’ve been constantly finding myself surprised, charmed and amazed the local culture. Here are a few glimpses into what I think makes Ecuador the way it is. 1. You master the skill of getting off the bus while it is moving. In rural areas of Ecuador, buses[…]
There is a nasty smell that hangs around the word Gap Year. One of the main reasons Gap Years have started to give off this foul odor is due to their association with volunteerism. A Volunteer Story… If you do not yet know what volunteerism, here is a little visualization. Harry, a well-meaning individual and[…]
If the usual path taken from high school straight to college doesn’t seem sensible to you, believe me, you are not alone. There are thousands of students out there who don’t really like the idea, but too often we go along with this forced transition from one environment full of academic pressure to another just[…]
Are you thinking about taking a Gap Year? What is a Gap Year, exactly? Learn from the experts about what makes a great Gap Year and how you can begin to plan towards one as part of your educational plan. This is the first in a seven part series that we’ll be sharing, recorded at[…]
Should you or someone you know take a Gap Year? Is it right for you? Who does well on a Gap Year? What should you know about a Gap Year to decide if it is right for you? To get the answers to these questions, watch this episode “Who Should Take a Gap Year?” In[…]
What do you need to do to make sure your Gap Year is a success? What do you need to know to make sure you get the most out of your experience? To make sure you have a successful Gap Year, watch this show: “Drivers of a Successful Gap Year!” This is the most comprehensive[…]
Two years have passed since and I still remember how anxiety took over me before telling my family. “Practical working experience with a local impact”. Their nodding satisfied me and I briskly jumped to the next item on the pros and cons list. “Learning a new language”. Passed. “I will learn how to surf and[…]
After a great deal of deliberation, in person interviews, and more, we are pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the Travel Access Project Grants for Gap Year Travel. Each year in selecting our recipients we look for deserving and motivated applicants who are seeking to use their gap year to advance their lives, educations,[…]