Students sometimes use part of a bridge year to travel (e.g., backpacking through Europe for two months) or to spend extended time with family. These experiences should be supplemented with activities connected to healthcare (e.g., shadowing, hospital volunteering). These often unique healthcare experiences can be highlighted in your professional school interviews. For example, while backpacking in Europe and volunteering in a healthcare setting, one might learn about universal healthcare. This choice provides an opportunity for personal time while still showing dedication to the profession.