Hopscotch Travel
Why choose Hopscotch Travel?
Welcome to Hopscotch Travel, your passport to South Africa's rich tapestry of experiences. We're not just a travel agency; we're your companions on a journey of discovery, adventure, and cultural immersion. South Africa is a land of breathtaking diversity, from its wildlife-packed savannas to its vibrant cities, stunning coastlines, and rich cultural heritage. At Hopscotch Travel, we specialize...
Welcome to Hopscotch Travel, your passport to South Africa's rich tapestry of experiences. We're not just a travel agency; we're your companions on a journey of discovery, adventure, and cultural immersion. South Africa is a land of breathtaking diversity, from its wildlife-packed savannas to its vibrant cities, stunning coastlines, and rich cultural heritage. At Hopscotch Travel, we specialize in revealing the hidden gems and iconic wonders of this captivating country. Our expertly crafted itineraries cater to every traveler's dreams. For wildlife enthusiasts, our safaris offer up-close encounters with the 'Big Five' and myriad other species. If you're seeking scenic beauty, our tours through the picturesque landscapes will leave you spellbound. Join us at Hopscotch Travel to unl...
Hopscotch Travel Reviews
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USA Winter Ski Program
by: Lelimo Mohloni - South AfricaProgram: Au Pair in Italy - Travel, Work and EarnWell, I saw an email from career services UCT captioned “Don’t be a couch potato this December”. That raised my curiosity and I emailed them and got a quick response. Took it from there, phone calls, quick response throughout the process until the time to leave for the US came. Going to the US during the ski season meant that I could make some money while travelling during holidays. It was such an amazing opportunity that I would do over and over again, as I did again. One thing about Hopscotch ...
The agency to go to!
by: Juandre Grebe - South AfricaProgram: Au Pair in Italy - Travel, Work and EarnA Very good company. They always answered any questions that I had to ask. They gave all the right information. They are truly the agency to go to!!! 10/10 would recommend it. You won't regret it at all!
Take the leap of faith!
by: Adam Wallace - South AfricaProgram: Au Pair in Netherlands - Travel, Work and Earn"I took a total leap of faith and signed up to apply for work as a camp counsellor in the States via the Hopscotch Travel website. I was eventually contacted by Camp Awosting in Connecticut and hired as the season's drama counsellor. I flew to America in June and, after two weeks of staff training, began working as a counsellor. I had a lot of fun playing games with the kids and organizing activities for them, but also developed a stronger sense of independence and responsibility than I had ...
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Our cultural Au Pair program in Italy runs for a duration 6-12 weeks. We link you up with a friendly host family, so that you can get the authen...
Our cultural Au Pair program runs for a duration 12 months. We link you up with a friendly host family, so that you can get the authentic feel of...
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Interviews
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Danel de Bruin
Interviewed in 2023
Danel is passionate about training, living healthy, and exploring. She is currently working as a Sales Coordinator where she practices selling and mee...
Danel de Bruin
Interviewed in 2023
What inspired you to travel abroad?
I believe that working with Hopscotch allows me to combine my professional expertise with my passion for selling and working with people every day. I enjoy working closely with a team and know you can rely on each other. We are a small but dynamic team as we know how important each person's role is within the company
Lisa Elms
Interviewed in 2023
Lisa Elms is a dedicated and young professional who is motivated to succeed. She loves traveling and being able to get young students overseas to do i...
Lisa Elms
Interviewed in 2023
What inspired you to travel abroad?
The combination of working with young individuals and getting them to go on amazing work and travel opportunities really excites me. I love traveling and communicating with people who I can relate to. The fact that my team is female lead is really influential and this definitely makes a difference for me in the workplace.
Melissa Bernardo
Interviewed in 2023
Melissa Bernardo is the work and travel expert for au pairing and teaching. Her goal is to guide travelers coming to Hopscotch Travel from their initi...
Melissa Bernardo
Interviewed in 2023
What inspired you to travel abroad?
I loved that Hopscotch Travel offers opportunities for young South Africans to work and learn abroad. Hopscotch offers opportunities for growth, opportunities to meet new people, learn more about oneself and one's future career path, and offers a path for independence. Working at Hopscotch Travel is fulfilling because I have the opportunity to make young people's dreams come true.
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