{"id":1640,"date":"2021-04-13T16:09:53","date_gmt":"2021-04-13T16:09:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unischolarz.com\/blog\/?p=1640"},"modified":"2025-03-25T10:39:07","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T10:39:07","slug":"gap-year-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/gap-year-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Are The Best Gap Year Destinations On A Budget?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/gap-year-destinations\/#Best_Places_To_Go_On_A_Gap_Year\" >Best Places To Go On A Gap Year<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Do you remember the time when Ross and Rachel were on a break? Gap years are like that.&nbsp; A gap year is when you take a break from your studies and gain some real life experiences through travelling and volunteering, learn leadership skills, new languages and culture. You need a breather from those continuous hours of study and when you decide to take a gap year, that\u2019s when you bid adieu to your studies (at least for the time being!). You\u2019re obviously going to want to make the most out of your gap year. But you also have an in-between budget crisis (like Rachel did most of the time). If you\u2019re in search of a nice vacation break, then here\u2019s a list of the top most affordable gap year destinations that will make your year worth it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since we\u2019re talking about budget, take a look at the chart below showing some of the best gap year destinations that fit into your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Places_To_Go_On_A_Gap_Year\"><\/span><br><strong>Best Places To Go On A Gap Year<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br><strong>Australia<\/strong> | Top Gap Year Destinations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Australia is versatile! While considering your gap year destinations, many students rule out Australia, budget constraints being the reason. But what if I told you that the budget will not come in between you and the land of vast plains and kangaroos? While Australia hosts top universities for students and comes under the <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/best-country-to-study-abroad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">top 10 study destinations<\/a>; there\u2019s so much more to it for you to explore. Coastal walks to the beaches, ferry commutes across the harbour and dozens of other outdoor activities are some of the fun things you can do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plane Ticket: <\/strong>\u00a3550 \u2013 \u00a3650<br><strong>Hostels: <\/strong>\u00a312 \u2013 \u00a320<br><strong>Eating out<\/strong>: \u00a38 \u2013 \u00a31<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Canada<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br>I\u2019m sure Canada would have been one of the first gap year destinations that you might have considered. A country full of national parks and natural beauty; spending your vacation there would be a great choice. Renting a car or going via the city buses are great ways to save money there. Another trick for affording your vacation in Canada would be to get your hands on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.commandesparcs-parksorders.ca\/webapp\/wcs\/stores\/servlet\/en\/parksb2c\/discovery-pass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discovery Pass<\/a>, a \u00a340 yearly pass to 80 of Canada&#8217;s national parks.&nbsp;All of these reasons make Canada one of the best places to go on a gap year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plane ticket: <\/strong>\u00a3300 \u2013 \u00a3350<br><strong>Hostels:<\/strong> \u00a310 \u2013 \u00a320<br><strong>Eating out: <\/strong>\u00a310 \u2013 \u00a320<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: Canada is full of many cities where you have tonnes of budget-friendly options to choose from. Calgary is one such city. If you wish to know how to have a quality time in Calgary, here\u2019s a blog that might be useful to you:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-calgary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Most Interesting Things To Do In Calgary For Students<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160059\/cc6f78e7a992842082c1bc89157d6516.jpg\" alt=\"gap year destinations\" class=\"wp-image-1642\" style=\"width:588px;height:588px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160059\/cc6f78e7a992842082c1bc89157d6516.jpg 660w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160059\/cc6f78e7a992842082c1bc89157d6516-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160059\/cc6f78e7a992842082c1bc89157d6516-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160059\/cc6f78e7a992842082c1bc89157d6516-480x480.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Argentina<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Argentina is one of the favourite gap year travel destinations for most students. Popularly known as the Europe of South America, Argentina is an adventurous destination. Public transport is very cheap and affordable in this country so your budget need not worry. Hostels often work with local tourist boards and travel agents to organise tours to these places, and the prices are pretty reasonable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plane ticket: <\/strong>\u00a3500 \u2013 \u00a3600<br><strong>Hostels: <\/strong>\u00a37 \u2013 \u00a312<br><strong>Eating out: <\/strong>\u00a34 \u2013 \u00a38<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Italy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br>From free walking tours to beautiful galleries, Italy is one of the most preferred gap year destinations due to its open and friendly atmosphere. Make sure you drop by The Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain and St Peter&#8217;s Basilica which are all free. Most of the students who go for vacationing in Europe land at Lake Garda which is home to many campsites and take students as workers especially during the hot summers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plane ticket: <\/strong>\u00a370 \u2013 \u00a3100<br><strong>Hostel: <\/strong>\u00a310 \u2013 \u00a320<br><strong>Eating out: <\/strong>\u00a315 \u2013 \u00a320<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Morocco<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For reasons unknown, Morocco is not among the first gap year destinations that pops up to a student\u2019s mind on a vacation mode. But let me tell you that Morocco is a beautiful country to visit on a gap year when the temperatures are within 15 degrees to 30 degrees. There\u2019s no point in going to Morocco and not visiting a hammam. If you\u2019re someone who enjoys drinking, then I\u2019d ask you to be a tad bit careful because it is frowned upon for religious reasons.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plane ticket: <\/strong>\u00a3100 \u2013 \u00a3150<br><strong>Hostels: <\/strong>\u00a35 \u2013 \u00a310<br><strong>Eating out:<\/strong> \u00a33 \u2013 \u00a35<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160401\/91532ae17b861be1160a56ab54f28ed4-morocco-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"gap year destinations\" class=\"wp-image-1643\" style=\"width:677px;height:451px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160401\/91532ae17b861be1160a56ab54f28ed4-morocco-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160401\/91532ae17b861be1160a56ab54f28ed4-morocco-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160401\/91532ae17b861be1160a56ab54f28ed4-morocco-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160401\/91532ae17b861be1160a56ab54f28ed4-morocco-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160401\/91532ae17b861be1160a56ab54f28ed4-morocco-1280x854.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160401\/91532ae17b861be1160a56ab54f28ed4-morocco-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160401\/91532ae17b861be1160a56ab54f28ed4-morocco-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/13160401\/91532ae17b861be1160a56ab54f28ed4-morocco.jpg 1303w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Spain<\/strong> | Best Places To Go On A Gap Year<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Spain falls under the top gap year destinations for its warm and welcoming nature. You can get some of the best double-tap worthy pictures in the islands of Spain like Ibiza, Mallorca, Menorca, Gran Canaria, and Lanzarote. You will slowly begin to fall in love with the culture, the landscapes, and the food there. Spain has a lot to offer to its tourists who are often left spellbound by the end of their vacation. An added advantage to Spain is that it is a lot cheaper than most countries and will perfectly fit into your budget scales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plane ticket:<\/strong> \u00a360 \u2013 \u00a3100<br><strong>Hostels: <\/strong>\u00a310 \u2013 \u00a320<br><strong>Eating out:<\/strong> \u00a310 \u2013 \u00a315<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>We hope you enjoyed reading this blog on <\/em><em>Gap Year Destinations<\/em><em>. If you wish to read more, here are some blogs that we think you will enjoy reading \u2013&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/best-drinking-games-for-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">We\u2019ve Discovered The 10 Best Drinking Games For Students<\/span><\/em><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-job-after-college\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Our Top 5 Recommendations On How To Get A Job After College<\/span><\/em><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-munich\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Fun Things To Do In Munich Every Year<\/span><\/em><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find many scholarships like the ones mentioned in this blog and more on the<em> <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UniScholars<\/a> website. Simply sign up for free today and start applying to your dream scholarships. If you need assistance with student accommodation and education loan, head over to <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/uniacco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>UniAcco<\/em><\/a><em> and <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/unicreds.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>UniCreds<\/em><\/a><em> respectively, today.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you remember the time when Ross and Rachel were on a break? Gap years are like that.&nbsp; A gap year is when you take a break from your studies and gain some real life experiences through travelling and volunteering, learn leadership skills, new languages and culture. 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