Visit the Travel With Care shop
Gap year advice & partners
Gapadvice.org
Independent website providing useful travel information and advice. Covers all aspects of taking a gap year, from planning it to when you get back.
The Year Out Group
Lattitude are founding members of the Year Out Group, which aims to ensure a high standard of care if provided to young people considering a gap year. Lattitude adheres to the group’s code of practice, which can be found on their website.
The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme
If you're currently working towards your Duke of Edinburgh award, or are thinking about getting involved, don't forget a Lattitude placement can count towards your Service and Residential section of the scheme.
Travel and country advice
FCO.gov.uk
The official website of the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office. Here you will find all the latest information and travel advice for countries around the world. As well as checking this site regularly before you leave, it’s also worth keeping an eye on during your placement, especially if you’re planning on visiting other countries after your project comes to an end.
UK Passport Information
The official pages of the UK Identity and Passport Service - providing useful tips when applying for a passport, and what to do if you lose yours while you're away.
The Economist country briefings
Up-to-date information on the political situation in countries around the world. Also a good place for in-depth country information and analysis.
Worldtravelguide.net
A great site providing detailed information about specific countries. Everything from what you can expect to eat to what the weather's like.
Facebook!
If you're looking for an excuse to get on Facebook, then look no further! The new Lattitude group is a great place to see photos from returned volunteers and share experiences from your Lattitude placement.
Useful products and services
STA Travel
Travel agency specialising in cheap fares for students and young people. Their website also contains useful gap year tips as well as information on insurance and onward travel.
Lonely Planet
Those of you who have visited our Lattitude HQ in Reading will have seen our collection of Lonely Planet books – providing in-depth guides to countries around the world. Click here for information about their books, as well as a useful online guide to destinations.
Travel With Care
Well-established online shop specialising in travel accessories. Check out their site for a suggested gap year kit-list and advice on what to take with you on your Lattitude placement.
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The Youth Hostel Association
Being a member of the YHA doesn't just mean you can stay in hostels in the UK, it opens the door to cheap places to stay around the world - ideal if you're planning on travelling after your placement. The site also gives hints and tips for young travellers.