Plan your Trip
Your first passport
If you're applying for your first passport you might need to have an interview under new rules. Plan ahead!
Take the plunge
If you're thinking of taking a gap year abroad, you've got some serious planning to do before you dive in.
Bother-free backpacking
If you're heading out on a gap year, take a look at our guide to staying safe while on your travels.
5 Things u need2know
- The web can help you plan an entire journey online.
- A good journey planner for the UK is traveline, which gives you details of the best bus, train or tram routes.
- Many local transport companies in your area will have a web site with a journey planner.
- The web has a good selection of route planning web sites for drivers, which can even tell you where to turn at each street and junction on the motorway.
- When planning your trip, make sure you know enough about the town, city or country you're travelling to.
