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How to Plan An Adult Gap Year (and Actually Take It)

By Clara Ritger,

Jun 10, 2025   —   12 min read

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Clara Ritger poses for a picture in front of Cappadocia's famous Fairy Chimneys in Turkey.
"Where do you see yourself in five years?" Traveling.

Summary

Dreaming of an adult gap year? Here's exactly how I planned mine in just a few months — plus tips for saving, travel, and personal growth.

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Clara Ritger

Clara is the author of the forthcoming New York Times Bestselling memoir Object in Motion. She is a writer and documentary filmmaker whose work has appeared in the Wall Street Journal and NBC News.

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