Travel Insurance

A quarter of travellers take inadequate insurance - or none at all! The Foreign and Commonwealth Office have more referrals to British Embassies from gap year travellers or backpackers than any other

Find out about Visas

Thinking of working while you're away? Mind The Gap Year have provided you with links to a few companies offering visa advice where you can apply for working holiday visas or just a normal tourist visa.

Safety Training

Did you know you could possibly lose your hand if you steal a peach in Saudi Arabia? Or that your chance of being robbed can be reduced by 50% if you simply open your bag with your back against a

Book Accommodation

For inexpensive hostel bookings around the world during your gap year travels, Mind The Gap Year� provides a hostel booking service through Hostelworld, helping you start your trip with accommodatio

Travel Planner Diary

Is your visa sorted? Have you had your jabs? Our electronic Travel Preparation Planner will help you ensure you do not forget any of those important items when planning your trip away. Simply set up your