With the Brexit decision confirmed, we’ve had a lot of questions from our members as to what this means for their travel arrangements and longer term prospects. Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked.
So the time has come to start planning your trip. You’ve browsed flights and found some good deals, checked the weather forecast and made a list of all the exciting things you want to see and do. Lovely. Now comes the hard part- deciding how much spending money to take with you. For those on a budget, working out the costs of hotels, transport and other holiday essentials can be a huge deciding factor when choosing your dream destination.
So to help you work out how much money you’ll need to take with you, we’ve taken a closer look at the cost of holiday essentials in top destinations around the world. (more…)
Let’s be real- we are all glued to our smartphones and rely on them to get us through our daily activities. So before you pack your bags and head out to travel the world, check out our list of the most handy travel apps for all your on-the-go needs.
No matter how excited you are to begin your studies, internship or travels abroad, there is not much that can turn a long-haul flight from exhausting to enjoyable. However, here are some tips and tricks to make your long journey at least a bit less stressful.
This blog was submitted by: Andy Steves.
The highlight of any trip comes from the experience of connecting with others from different backgrounds that you meet while on your travels. It’s so easy to just stay in the British bubble, and it is just that much more rewarding to break out of it. The British Bubble provides comfort in an otherwise strange environment, yet prevents you from experiencing the country you’ve chosen to visit to the fullest.
You’d be amazed to find that though people may be different on a surface level, ultimately they are exactly like yourself. Ask about where they go on a Saturday night, what their views on politics are, how they celebrate holidays, where they want to live when they “grow up,” etc. It’s these types of connections that can bring the world closer together, and it’s this kind of cultural understanding that can make positive differences for our future.
Here are some tips to bridge those cultural gaps:
The fictional Phileas Fogg travelled round the world in 80 days; in 1890 whilst Journo Nellie Bly completed it in 72; in 2014, the idea of travelling around the word is increasingly becoming more and more popular. No matter what type of traveler you think you are there’s something amazing in travelling to a number of countries in just one trip. The question is where do you begin? Well let us congratulate you, you’re making the right steps, we’ve got you covered so sit back and get a pen a paper together for some top tips! (more…)
A gap year abroad is a unique opportunity to escape your familiar surroundings and push yourself to discover, learn and develop as a person. You could take a road trip across America, backpack around Europe, teach English as a foreign language somewhere exotic – or do something really unusual that will change your life and make you stand out amongst other gap year travellers. In this article, I’ve skipped over the roads-more-travelled to bring you a selection of more unusual ideas for your year out. For an introduction to gap year travel, you can check out Student Money Saver’s guide to gap year travel as you start to think about jetting off. (more…)
Travelling solo can be one of the most liberating journeys one can ever take however it doesn’t take away from the fact that it can be a nerve wracking experience. Being a solo traveler doesn’t have to be daunting and to make sure you get the most out of your adventure here are some top tips to ensure you have a memorable experience when travelling solo. (more…)
If you’ve been thinking of travelling, the answer is yes! There is no better time than to travel as a student. You are in full swing of your youth, you are trying to understand the world and you have the strength to go on some really awesome adventures. If you need convincing than make sure you check out our top 5 reasons to travel as a student. (more…)
