School's out and the world's calling. You want to get out there and burn an international trail - but where do you start? Right here, with the ultimate guide to gap years and overseas adventures.

This book is a practical, full-tilt, one-stop guide to planning your first big overseas adventure. You're in for the trip of a lifetime.

The Big Trip contains essential information on pretrip planning, including health and safety, budget, tickets, packing, the latest technologies for keeping in touch, detailed destination overviews and suggested itineraries, and how to choose who to go with.

Features:

• In-depth destination overviews with suggested itineraries and maps
• Activity chapters detail volunteering and working overseas
• Essential info on pre-trip planning, health and safety, budgeting and packing
• Handy directory of resources