Russia is now a nation of vibrance and vast diversity, after years of communism. A career break in Russia is a great choice for many reasons. There is understandably an amazing amount of things to see and do in a country spanning eleven time zones and two continents.
A voyage of discovery on an epic scale, the Trans Siberian railway is the stuff of travel legend. Giving true meaning to long-distance rail travel, the journey will take you from Europe to Asia stopping off in the historic capitals of Moscow, Ulaanbaatar and Beijing. The perfect mixture of rustic living, stunning scenery and fascinating culture, this really is the trip of a lifetime!
Janet Horsley had an incredible time on her tailor-made gap year, blazing a trail through Africa, Asia, Australia and Latin America, read her story here.
