A guide to San Francisco's Mission District
18/05/2013
San Francisco is an amazing city to include on your gap year. As well as being home to iconic attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge, it is comprised of unique districts that each have something different to offer. Today, we'll be looking at the Mission District.
Tourism Australia announces finalists for ‘Best Jobs in the World’The 18 finalists for Tourism Australia's 'Best Jobs in the World' – three for each of the six dream jobs – have been chosen and will travel Down Under next month to spend a week undergoing the final stage of the global competition. |
Exploring Majorca on foot: a guide to its top cultural sitesAs a general rule, most backpackers don't have lots of money at their disposal when they're travelling on a gap year, so they're keen to minimise expenses wherever possible. One easy way to do this in Majorca is to explore on foot. |
Why visit Goa as part of a gap year in India?If you're intending to travel to India on your gap year, you'll probably already be aware of what a huge country it is. There are vast differences between the various states, so if you want to experience all the nation has to offer you really should travel around. |
Gap year in Spain: cultural sights not to missOne of the great things about going on a gap year is that you typically have more time than most holidaymakers to get to know a destination and travel around. Spain is a fantastic choice if you're after some outstanding cultural attractions. |
Cultural excursions from Sharm el SheikhMount Sinai is a fascinating daytrip to take from Sharm el Sheikh, but even better if the climb is done at night. Bragging rights: 5 crazy things to do on a gap yearIf you've decided to take a career break and jet off on a gap year to some of the world's most exotic and adventurous destinations, you'll want to come home with a few fantastic stories to tell. Here are just five activities that are bound to provide you with a tale or two. Exploring Portugal on a gap yearPortugal might not be considered a traditional backpackers' destination, yet the country boasts fantastic weather, beautiful countryside and mouth-watering food that will sate even those bitten hardest by the travel bug. |
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Thai New Year celebrations at a Bangkok street food party in LondonThe Tourism Authority of Thailand will be celebrating the Thai New Year of Songkran by bringing a taste of the festivities to the heart of London. |
Preparing for a gap year in the snowIf you're coming up to the end of your college or university career, or simply fancy the idea of having a year's sabbatical away from the workplace, why not consider working on the ski slopes? |
Quirky things to see on a gap year in BostonThe US is an amazing place to explore on your gap year, with Boston being particularly exciting. This city in New England is full of history, and it's got a great selection of weird and wonderful attractions that'll help make your gap year utterly unique. |
Top cultural spots to visit on a gap year in Lake GardaIf you're drawing up a list of destinations to visit on your gap year break, you shouldn't overlook Lake Garda as a location to include on your itinerary. The Italian lake - which is the country's largest - is surrounded by historical towns rich in culture and is a must-visit during the Italian leg of your travels. |
Travelling in northern Morocco: a suggested routeFor many gap year travellers, regardless of their age, the main reasons to jet off on an overseas adventure are to meet new people and be immersed in an entirely different culture. Northern Morocco is the ideal destination for doing both these things - and much more. |
Learning about the Mayans on a gap year trip to TikalThe jewel in the crown of the Mayan empire is now one of Latin America's top tourist attractions. Designated a Unesco World Heritage Site, Tikal National Park in Guatemala welcomes tens of thousands of visitors each week, with its temples and other archaeological wonders giving travellers a glimpse at what life would have been like in fourth century Central America. |
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Travel Tales: "I walked through a wet forest whilst covered in leeches"
Backpacker Sarah Ward chats leeches, monsoon weather, chilli for breakfast and clubbing in Mumbai - and everything else than happened on her Indian gap year adventure! Interview with a local: An insider’s guide to London
We chat to Cat Hughes, the mystery traveller behind TravelBite.co.uk's Secret London blog, to get the best travel tips direct from a local Londoner. Discover things you never knew about the UK capital... |
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