Travel Tips

Anyone out there looking to have a gap year, my advice is you must go to New Zealand! It's the most awesome place to travel. The south island was my favourite. There are cheap backpackers hostels everywhere, and the lifestyle is so laid back. Not to mention the real nice surf beaches and long , sunny days! :)
Heaps for the adventure lovers as well- everything from kayaking to heli-biking! My favourite places to stay were Queenstown(the adventure capital) and Wanaka (the quiter scenic nearby town).
There are loads of opportunities for seasonal work too - fruit picking etc so it's pretty easy to get by. There are loads of other backpackers there as well so heaps of young people to hang out with. Or if you can afford it, get together with a few mates and hire a campervan, thats a brilliant way to travel.
Can't wait to get back there!