Tip Best Places to Stay on Your Gap Year in Thailand

If you will be spending your gap year in Thailand, one of the areas that can eat a big chunk of your budget is accommodations. There is a wide range of accommodations available in Thailand that can fit one’s budget, from modest hostels to luxurious hotels. If you are torn by the different options available, it would be good to ask other people who have previously travelled to Thailand.

If you book for your gap year with a travel agency such as Go Discover Abroad, the placement fee normally includes food and accommodations. These agencies don’t normally offer luxurious accommodations. Instead, accommodations may include vacation rentals, guesthouses and hostels which do not provide the luxury of hotels, but are relatively cheap, decent and safe. If you browse online, you could also book cheaper accommodations in smaller budget hotels, bed and breakfast hotels, and inns located near the city centers. These accommodations have basic amenities such as television, hot and cold shower, and free toiletries. Those who have a bigger budget may also stay in luxurious hotels which have facilities for your comfort, convenience, and entertainment such as pool, gym, alongside a superb customer service. But of course, these added perks also come with a more expensive price.

It is good to know the different options for your accommodation in Thailand. If you like to maximize your time and budget, it would be good to choose an affordable accommodation that is closer to the attractions you wish to visit.

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Tips How You Can Spend Your Gap Year in South Africa

Fun and adventure are what await you in South Africa. There are many tour packages available for those who like to spend their gap year in South Africa. In particular, there are tour packages offered by Go Discover Abroad in Cape Town. These include a diving experience, a tour of the Oudtshoorn from Cape Town, and others. Signing up for a packaged tour lets you enjoy the whole gap year experience while your travel agency arranges for your accommodation and transportation.

Many students would like to spend their gap year in South Africa, particularly in Cape Town. One thing that prevents them from doing so is the expensive cost of travel packages, particular air fares. But if you really like to go, here are some helpful tips to help you travel to South Africa on a limited budget:

Research online for discounted packages then compare which package is most affordable and gives you the most benefits. Packages are normally good for at least one or more weeks and inclusive of certain benefits like accommodation. It would be good to avail of a discounted packaged trip which gives you the lowest cost per day, yet already includes transportation and meals aside from accommodation.

Moreover, take advantage also of discounted flights. If you book earlier and during off-peak seasons, there is a bigger chance of getting discounted flights.

You could spend your gap year in South Africa even if you have a small budget. Also, if you plan months in advance, you could also organize income-generating projects like working part-time to add on your budget. If you like to book for a packaged trip to South Africa, just click here.

How to Plan for a Gap Year Travel to Thailand

When you travel to any local or foreign destination, one of the most essential things to do before your scheduled trip is to plan. Planning is part of preparation. Most successful trips abroad are a product of proper planning. If you don’t plan, it is like you are skipping 50 percent of the preparation for your trip. People have their own way of planning. Some people plan their scheduled trip as soon as they are sure about travelling. Many make plans as their trip draws near.  Then there are still others who don’t care about planning their trip at all. A seasoned traveler can tell the importance of planning.

If you are to have a gap year travel to Thailand, planning can help you enjoy a successful and smooth-sailing travel experience. If you are not sure about how to plan, here are some tips on how to plan:

1. Plan when to go.

Thailand can be visited anytime of the year. However, during the summer months which are considered peak season for its tourism industry, most of its attractions can be very crowded with people and costly. If you like more space to move around, it would be best to travel to Thailand during off-peak season such as from August to November, than from January to May.