Gap year, Travel tips
The cost of a gap year is one of the biggest questions parents ask — and understandably so. With programmes ranging from £3,000 to £10,000+, knowing what’s included (and what isn’t) helps you plan confidently and choose the right experience for your child. A gap year...
Adventure Travel, Africa, Gap year, Kenya, Other, Summer program, Travel tips, Volunteering
Taking a Gap Year during university is the perfect way to gain experience, feel empowered and still graduate when you planned to! It’s the perfect option if you don’t want to take a full year out and you can make sure you really get the most out of the...
Adventure Travel, Africa, Gap year, Kenya, Other, Travel tips, Volunteering
If you’re travelling to Kenya this year (or even this week!), there’s a few things to remember to help you get the most out of your visit. We believe in meaningful experiences where you have the freedom to follow your own path and see the world differently. Read on...
Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Career skills, China, Gap year, India, Kenya, Other, Summer program, Thailand, Travel tips, Volunteering
An AV adventure is about more than just travelling, it’s about making your own rules, creating memories that are just for you and to just be yourself. We don’t believe in the normal route, the well-trodden path, the signposted road. We believe in the road less...
Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Career skills, Gap year, India, Kenya, Other, South Africa, Summer program, Thailand, Travel tips, Volunteering
If you’re trying to decide what to do after your ski season, you might want to consider heading off on a new adventure instead of just going home. There’s a whole host of reasons why you should carry on travelling after your ski season, from learning different skills...
Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, AV Foundation, Career skills, Gap year, Kenya, Other, Summer program, Thailand, Travel tips, Volunteering
So you’ve got your exams results and you’ve decided to take a gap year, but now you need help planning! Don’t sweat the small stuff – find your ideal destination, book your flights and get ready to go! Read on for our top tips for taking a last...
Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, AV Foundation, Career skills, China, Gap year, India, Kenya, Malawi, Nepal, Other, South Africa, Summer program, Tanzania, Testimonials, Thailand, Travel tips, Uganda, Volunteering
What makes AV different? Well, we know we’re not alone in wanting something different to the ordinary, standardised travel experiences that many companies offer. We believe in authentic experiences that help you to see the world as it really is, in all its variety,...
Adventure Travel, Africa, Career skills, Gap year, Kenya, Other, Summer program, Travel tips, Volunteering
The Big Five are world famous – the top five animals that call Africa home – and all of them can be found in Kenya (Kenya’s big five). However, there are some surprising facts that you might not know about this host of popular animals. From lions to...
