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May 16, 2019

10 Pieces of Advice We Wish We Knew Before Travelling

They have learned many lessons from their travel mistakes and now these experienced travellers are sharing their top ten pieces of advice that you should know before you travel.

May 6, 2019

Why Everyone (Even Adults) Should Take a Gap Year

Is living abroad something you've always wanted to do but don't think you can? Here are our reasons for why everyone (even adults) need to take a gap year.

Apr. 17, 2019

The Life Changing Lesson I Learned Bungee Jumping in New Zealand

Years ago, our team member, Tessa embarked on a working holiday in New Zealand. During this trip, she went bungee jumping and learned a lesson that she has held with her ever since.

Mar. 28, 2019

12 Items to Help you Survive Any Long Haul Flight

Dreading your long flight? Our travel experts can tell you what 12 items you need to pack to make any long-haul flight more enjoyable. 

Mar. 17, 2019

Requirements for the Japan Working Holiday Visa as a Canadian

Determine your eligibility for being granted the Japan Working Holiday Visa with this detailed list of requirements for Canadian citizens.

Mar. 8, 2019

Wise Words From Female Travellers Who Are Just Like You

Here are some wise words from inspirational female solo travellers. After travelling abroad, they returned home as more empowered, and courageous women.

Feb. 21, 2019

Why Japan is the Ski Destination You’ve Always Dreamed Of

Why skiing in Japan should be on the bucket list of every ski and snowboard enthusiast and share our top five ski resort picks in Japan!

Feb. 14, 2019

5 Reasons Why a Relationship Shouldn’t Stop you from Travelling

Are you in a relationship but want to travel? Here are five reasons why you can travel solo while being in a long-distance relationship.

Dec. 17, 2018

Top 10 Australia Working Holiday Destinations

Our top ten Australia Working Holiday destinations, broken down by the best time of year to be in each place and types of jobs available.

Nov. 27, 2018

How Canadians Can Work and Travel the Globe

Ever wondered how people manage to travel for ages without going completely broke? It’s an easy 2-word answer: working holiday. In this post, we’ll explain what it takes to work and travel long-term as a Canadian.

Oct. 25, 2018

Canadian Travel Experts Share 24 Amazing Travel Apps

There are many well-known travel apps out there to help you make the most of your trip. We asked 12 Canadian travel experts for the apps they can’t travel without and compiled the list. Here are the travel apps they recommended!

Sep. 27, 2018

Why you should get over your fears and go abroad

Stepabroad participant Ian explains the barriers he faced when deciding to go abroad for work and travel, how he overcame them and why you should too.

Sep. 12, 2018

5 Ways Travel Will Change Your Life for the Better

Has travelling been clinging to the back of your mind? It's time to take the plunge, we'll help you get on your way and you can be sure you won't regret it!

Aug. 29, 2018

Canadians Can Now Get an Australia Working Holiday Visa Up to Age 35

It's official! The Canadian government has announced the age limit that Canadians are eligible for an Australia Working Holiday Visa has been increased from 30 to 35. Find out what that means in our latest blog.

Jun. 29, 2018

Three Reasons You Should Take a Working Holiday

Are you a Canadian looking to travel? Stepabroad participant Genevieve explains the amazing benefits of taking a working holiday & experiencing life abroad!

May 18, 2018

Working Holiday: A Day in the Life

We're back with another post in our Stepabroad Stories series! Today we're featuring Geneviève Latour who is currently working abroad on a working holiday in Chile.

Apr. 9, 2018

Geneviève’s Working Holiday in Chile

Stepabroad Stories showcase our amazing participants who want to inspire and share their stories with you! Today we are introducing Geneviève Latour, from Quebec, Canada. She is currently part of our Working Holiday program in Chile...

Mar. 27, 2018

How Canadians Can Apply For A Working Holiday in Chile

Wondering how you can apply for a Working Holiday Visa for Chile? If you are an 18 to 35-year-old Canadian passport holder, then you came to the right place!