Gap Year 

A gap year: most have heard of it, many have debated it, but few may actually understand it. In reality, a gap year is simply a year, or even less, taken out of formal education. This year may occur during the transition from secondary school to college or university, or before beginning a post graduate program, or even after completing all formal education but before entering the workforce.

Regardless of when it occurs, there are many options for gap years that include travel, work or volunteering, so there is undoubtedly something to suit every taste! Here are some websites that can assist in planning a successful gap year: www.gapyear.com/, www.gap-year.com, www.realgap.co.uk.