Venezuela

Statistics show that Brits will still be spending on travel in 2010, albeit carefully, demanding more in every way for their budget and also looking for travel experiences with a difference.  Voluntourism will be one of the biggest trends for this year and offers a refreshing change from the usual holiday to the sun and not only has a positive impact on the destinations travelled to but also broadens the minds of those travelling.  And with the increasing struggle for university places and jobs, gap year travel in the form of volunteering projects affords opportunities for university students and recent graduates to challenge themselves and acquire new skills.

Whether you are looking to make your money go further or if you have found yourself between jobs and need to get away from the rat-race for a while, The Leap offer inspiring and unique experiences at fantastic prices all over the world.

With 4 different Leap categories ‘Team’, ‘Summer’, ‘Solo Safari’ and ‘Sports’, The Leap offer something for everyone.  Why not spend 3 months on safari in one of Zambia’s most exclusive lodges in exchange for a little work in the community, at the lodge and in camp? (£2,400). Or if you fancy a fancy a little team bonding, the 6-10 week Team Leaps (from £1,704) offer wildlife tracking and orphanage work in South Africa, conservation and community projects in Kenya and reforestation with teaching in Venezuela.  Sporty types and adventurers will love 6 weeks of polo on a private estancia in Argentina or a horse safari in South Africa (from £2,170).

The Leap offer the perfect chance to take some much needed time out of the rat race whilst enabling you to enjoy new travel experiences and re-assess your life plans and goals.  Share your skills with those who really will benefit from them – communities, wildlife and environments.  Be inspired and take The Leap.