Hi, I'm Ben
I lost my 20s to all work and no play, but something had to give. I've made some big changes and in the last 5 years I've taken 3 sabbaticals and moved to a new country.
I'm not part of the 'I quit my job to travel the world' brigade, far from it. I love having the security of a career, but I also love to travel and spend more time with my family.
If I'm brave enough to take a sabbatical, you are too....
Sabbatical Guides
Stop Day Dreaming, Start Planning
Make your sabbatical happen, step-by-step
Here at The Sabbatical Guide, my goal is to provide you with all the practical information and inspiration you need to make your dream sabbatical a reality.
With over 100,000 readers a year and growing, what started out as a small sabbatical blog has rapidly grown to become the biggest resource on the internet for those taking sabbatical leave or a career break.
If you're career-minded but also want to make time for other life-changing experiences such as long-term travel or spending quality time with your family then read on to find all the resources, tips and advice you need to bring your plans to life.
Have more questions? Get in touch and I'll do my best to help.
What Others Say
"I can think of no better website to inspire planning or equip you with the requisite information to set you on your way, than The Sabbatical Guide.
I particularly like the way in which Ben Reeve will painstakingly walk you through the nitty-gritty of what's required, everything from destination ideas to basic budgeting and, I dare say, who pays the window cleaner whilst you're away !
So, it's a must: sit back, digest and enjoy The Sabbatical Guide- I do."
Ben Zabulis
"The Sabbatical Guide walks you through every step of planning and executing your sabbatical. From truly inspirational ideas of what to do and where to go, to budgeting your trip and even how to combat the 'coming home' part.
Ben's sabbatical blog posts have inspired me, as I know they will anyone who reads them."
Joanna Verey
Latest Posts
From Restaurant Manager to Divemaster: How A Sabbatical Can Change Your Life
I’ve done lots of sabbatical interviews, but rarely do I come across somebody who has had their life so dramatically changed by a sabbatical. Jo …
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38 Leaving Presents For Someone Going Travelling
It can be tricky to find the perfect leaving present for someone going travelling. And with nearly 20% of employers now offering a sabbatical program, …
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Sabbatical Stories #7 | An Interview with Bella
In the seventh of my sabbatical stories interviews, I pick up with Bella, a TV Producer and part-time photographer and travel blogger from West London. At …
Negotiating A Sabbatical When Your Employer Has No Policy
I have often written about how to negotiate a sabbatical on this blog but today’s example is a bit of a unique one. Negotiating a …
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Returning From Sabbatical
Returning home from sabbatical can be one of the hardest parts. Returning home and heading back to work after a sabbatical is hard. It’s known …
Taking a Family Sabbatical
Becca and I are having our first child this year, so the subject of a family sabbatical has started to interest me. We hope our …
9 Ways to Make Money While Travelling
Let’s face it: the idea of travelling the world for an extended period of time is pretty enticing. It doesn’t matter if you’re taking a …
Taking a Sabbatical: 10 Practical Lessons from a 3x Veteran
I know from personal experience that taking a sabbatical can be a powerful experience. Our 3 month sabbatical around Southeast Asia in 2018 was unforgettable …
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Which Personal Sabbatical Most Suits You? [+ Cost Guide]
In 2018 my wife and I took a personal sabbatical. We left our jobs behind and headed to Southeast Asia for 3 months of learning …
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