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Gap Year

22 articles
Your guide to moving abroad: 10 things to do before you leave
6 min read 6 min

Moving abroad, whether for a gap year, or a study abroad program, is one of the most interesting and exciting things a person can do – but that’s not ...

EF Stories: Marta Verdía from Spain at EF San Diego
3 min read 3 min

A year abroad is an enriching and educational experience that will leave a lasting mark on you. Today, we introduce you to Marta Verdía and her person...

EF Stories: Eva Romero from Spain at EF New York
7 min read 7 min

One of the things that scares me the most in life is reaching the end and realizing that I haven't truly lived, regretting not doing something bec...

Gap year guide to Europe
6 min read 6 min

A gap year can come in a variety of destinations and itineraries: Learning a language, getting international experience, or exploring the world one co...

10 benefits of studying abroad for a longer time
4 min read 4 min

Learning a new language abroad is one of the most rewarding things you can do: it’s great for your brain (yes, being bilingual really is better), grea...

How to save for a gap year: 10 things to start with today
5 min read 5 min

If there is one piece of advice that I could offer to anyone, it would be to travel. Travel as much as you can. As far as you can. As long as you can....

Backpacking vs. a language course abroad: which is a better gap year?
4 min read 4 min

Travel may be one of the greatest things you can do with your time on this Earth. It opens your eyes to new cultures, exposes you to fantastic new cit...

Gap Year Guide to Australia and New Zealand
6 min read 6 min

So you’re thinking of taking a gap year to explore Australia and New Zealand? Good on you – as the Aussies say – you’re in for a great time! Of course...

The ultimate guide to the perfect gap year
5 min read 5 min

A previously published EF GO blog post described a gap year in two ways:gap year(gæp jɪr)nounan amazing way to win at lifea period – often before, dur...

10 things you should know before moving to Malta
4 min read 4 min

Wanderlust starting to chip away at you? If you’ve been dreaming of a longer trip to a place where the sun (almost) never stops shining, now is a grea...

Gap year guide to Asia
6 min read 6 min

Asia is the ultimate backpacking continent. It’s a region of striking contrasts that’s big on adventure and full of jaw-dropping sights. From futurist...

Mind the gap: Why it’s good to take some time off
5 min read 5 min

“Life begins at the end of your comfort zone” – Neale Donald WalschTaking the step from high school to university is a crucial transition that will de...