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Gap year travel (huge in the UK, still relatively unknown in Canada and the USA) is a way for students to take a year out and travel before settling down to their studies at university, often working as a volunteer (and teaching English is a popular option). The needs and expectations of both sides (agency and volunteer) are very different for gap year compared to a qualified teacher taking a career break or travelling, so there are agencies that specialise in this work. For information about working in your gap year, visit these websites: The gap year company www.gapyear.com GAP Activity projects www.gap.org.uk Gap Challenge www.world-challenge.co.uk