Helping young professionals plan a sabbatical, career break, or gap year to travel the world for a year.
East Africa is a prime destination for someone traveling during a Year Off. There’s no better place for volunteer work, adventure tourism, immersing yourself in culture, and going on safari to see the great African wildlife. Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya are must-visit countries if traveling abroad.
A Year Off might seem like an impossible thing to pull off. You might think you’re too far in debt or don’t make enough money. Maybe you’re in a relationship that you don’t think you can get out of. Or perhaps you’re worried about the effects on your career. But I think a Year Off…
One of the most important steps towards reaching your goal Year Off Age is to cut spending. You need to live frugally to save the amount of money needed for a Year Off. And you need to do this for an extended period, often years.
Budgeting…..ugh. Not a lot of fun but a necessary evil if you want to take a Year Off work to travel or pursue whatever dreams you want to pursue. Taking the time now to write out a budget will keep you on track for a Year Off. Implementing and adhering to the budget, as well…
There are 25 steps to a Year Off you should consider before setting out on your journey. By accomplishing each step below, you are setting yourself up for success during your Year Off and when you return home. You also prevent some of the potential negative consequences of a Year Off. And you remove a…