help me travel the world to find myself again

tamzin fitzpatrick Start Date: Jul 16, 2025 - End Date: Jul 15, 2026
  • Italy
  • France
  • Portugal
  • Greece
  • Norway
  • Sweden

My Travel Story

by: tamzin fitzpatrick Start Date: Jul 16, 2025 - End Date: Jul 15, 2026
Hi, I’m Tamzin, and I’m setting out on a deeply personal journey — a gap year of travel that I hope will help me reconnect with myself, the world around me, and my purpose moving forward. Over the past few years, I’ve gone through some traumatic experiences that left me feeling lost. I struggled with anxiety, burnout, and a deep sense of disconnection — from my goals, my passions, and even who I was. Somewhere along the way, I lost myself. Now, I’m ready to reclaim my story.
This journey isn’t about “taking a break” — it’s about building myself back up so I can move forward with clarity and purpose. I want to explore different cultures, learn how other communities live and support each other, and gain life experience that I could never get inside a classroom. These experiences will shape how I approach my future — in education, in work, and in how I contribute to the world. I believe that time spent truly learning about life and people makes for a stronger, more compassionate version of myself — and that’s who I want to bring into any career I pursue.
While this journey is deeply personal, I also want to give back. I plan to volunteer during parts of my travels — whether it’s working with local children, supporting conservation efforts, or helping in small ways in the communities I visit. I believe that even simple acts of service — listening, helping, learning — can make a meaningful difference. I don’t want to just pass through these places — I want to leave a positive footprint behind.
This project is about healing. It’s about remembering who I am when I’m not just surviving — when I’m creating, connecting, learning, and growing. I’ve always felt most alive when I’m immersed in new surroundings, meeting people from different walks of life, and stepping outside my comfort zone. Travel, for me, has always been more than an adventure — it’s been a path back to myself.
I’ve chosen to travel to Europe because it offers such rich cultural diversity, history, and natural beauty. I’m drawn to the mix of ancient traditions and modern lifestyles, the kindness of the people, and the opportunity to see the world through a different lens. I want to slow down, listen, and learn — not just as a visitor, but as a student of life.
This journey is my fresh start. It’s a chance to rebuild, to learn, to reflect, and to begin living with intention again. I know that this gap year will be filled with challenges, but I also know it will bring growth, healing, and joy — things I haven’t felt fully in a long time.
Your support means more than you know. Whether you choose to donate, share this campaign, or simply send me encouragement, it all helps me take this step forward. Thank you for believing in my journey.
With love and gratitude,
Tamzin















  • Italy
  • France
  • Portugal
  • Greece
  • Norway
  • Sweden