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Where to go 6.5 weeks school holidays trip

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CATH007 · 07/03/2026 16:16

Where do we go? 2 adults and 2 teens(15 and 13). We have a rare chance for a 6.5 week trip. Wanting to make the very most of it. Do we explore Europe on a driving trip and buy a caravan or do we go long haul somewhere with a lower cost of living ideally south east Asia for a real adventure.
trying to look at options. Any suggestions? It’s been 19 years since my gap year so need to make the very most of this rare opportunity

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Ohfudgeoff · 07/03/2026 17:21

You could easily spend that length of time really getting to know a single country like India or China! 😍

Or if you want to tick off a number of countries then Central and South America or South East Asia. You'll need to check about visas, some places you can get on arrival but some you need to get in advance and can take aaaages.

SE Asia is a well-trodden route and very easy to navigate.

What language(s) do the kids learn at school? You could plan your trip to include places they could practise using it!

Where did & didn't you go on your gap year 19 years ago?

What's your budget?

Eufyon · 07/03/2026 17:00

Budget?

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CATH007 · 07/03/2026 16:55

I totally agree about the cooped up in a caravan comment. Yes I cannot realistically see it as an option as it would be far too intense without any personal space with teens too.
I had considered south east Asia avoiding the rainy areas.
I’ve never been interrailing so hadn’t even considered that as an option.
some great suggestions, keep them coming! So useful already! Thank you.

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RazzleDazz1e · 07/03/2026 16:39

Following with interest- this sounds like a fantastic opportunity! I once spent 4 weeks in Bangkok and Northern Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. Very easy to get around and lots to see!

TheTwenties · 07/03/2026 16:37

If that’s 6.5 weeks over the UK summer holidays I would first look at climate - there’s huge regions you can rule out due to monsoon or hurricane seasons.

blondeascustard · 07/03/2026 16:33

Inter railing - everyone gets to choose a week somewhere, and then some joint choices (theme parks? Beach?) in between?

mellicauli · 07/03/2026 16:27

I wouldn't do 6 weeks cooped up in a caravan with teenagers is too close for comfort. Most teenagers are looking for distance from their parents, not 6 weeks in a small hot box.

Long haul sounds much better. I would do Thailand and Malaysia with separate accomodation and a bit of luxury/chilling along the way.

Greengreengrass70 · 07/03/2026 16:25

South east Asia would be amazing for backpacking and much better value but you’d want to double check climate for the various options at that time of year.

RhaenysRocks · 07/03/2026 16:22

I'd be a little wary of far flung travel just now. What about inter-railing?

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