Working Holidays – Why Earn Money Abroad?

Working holidays – a title that sounds a bit like a contradiction in terms, but an opportunity for many people to get out into the big wide world and out of the stuffiness of the office blocks and British suburbs. Working holidays are a big hit with younger people, particularly those funding themselves while on a gap year.
What are Working Holidays?
If you really needed the question answering, it’s a holiday – during which, you work and earn money. On the level, it really is as simple as that. Australia and New Zealand are popular locations for taking time away to work abroad and while these holidays generally last around twelve months, you’ll be able to manage your time and employment flexibly as and when you’d like.
What do I need?
A passport, plenty of clothes, a suitcase, and best of all, willing. On top of this, you’ll need to apply for a Working Holiday Visa. This will allow you to visit and work in your country of choice for a certain period of time (usually a year) under certain conditions. You’re essentially agreeing to work during your holiday. It really is as simple as that.
You’ll also need to consider finding a job you want to do, how much tax you’ll need to pay, what SIM cards or contact methods you’ll be able to use while abroad – there are many things to consider, but with a few months of careful planning, you’ll be up and away in no time.
Another thing you should pack, however, is some sort of idea of what you’d like to do…
What can I do on a Working Holiday?
That all depends on what you like doing, and what you’re good at! You may not necessarily fancy a forty-hour week scrubbing restaurant bathrooms for the duration of your stay, so it’s best to get researching before you even think about applying for your visa. If you’re into marine biology, for example, look into local aquariums and specialists that will be able to help you get into the field while you’re holidaying.
A popular type of Working Holiday comes in the form of TEFL – Teaching English as a Foreign Language. If you find helping others rewarding and fancy yourself as a bit of a wordsmith, helping people abroad learn your language is both rewarding and surprisingly simple to get into. You may even be able to secure a Teaching Internship – which is a step above TEFL and may even include accommodation.
BBMLive.com’s partners offer Working Holiday Schemes to help you get started in Australia and New Zealand – meaning that no matter what you want to do, they’ll have some ideas to fire you up for your gap year or sabbatical.
Is a Working Holiday for me?
Working Holidays are a fantastic idea if you’re looking to experience new cultures, sights and sounds while on a budget, and with the added benefit of increasing your experience and employment prospects. Volunteering abroad is an extremely attractive prospect to many young people, and it’ll also give you a year full of memories to take with you. With a Working Holiday, you can literally take a year out of your life to refresh, get new ideas and experiences, and plan for the future.
If you’d like any advice or further information on Working Holidays, including teaching and volunteering opportunities in Australasia, why not contact us at your earliest convenience and we’ll put you in touch with a local operator who can assist you with your trip.
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