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WORKING Holiday
What is a Working Holiday?
A working holiday is a great way, to see the world and earn money at the same
time. Every year, thousands of students travel and work in other countries.
Some do it because they want to learn a skill (for example, how to speak a
5 second language). Others just want to have fun. Often, you can do both!
Today, there are many companies that can help you get started. Usually these
companies can help you get ajob and plan your trip. You usually pay for your own
travel expenses (for example, your airfare and taxi fares).
What kind of work and travel projects can
10 you do? Here are some ideas!
You can ...
• work for a popular teen magazine in
the United Kingdom.
• teach music or sports to children in
15 Madagascar.
• work on a Norwegian cruise ship or
at an Argentinean ski resort.
• work at an amusement park (for example,
Disneyland) in the United States.
L. you what to do? T h ink about your goals and then decide. /
fo 20 Some people go for. a month. Some others stay for six months to a year. What do
Here are some tips from other students about what to bring on your trip:
• Bring an ATM card. You might need cash for food, clothes, or travel.
• Make two or three copies of important documents (for example, your
25 passport).
Have fun!
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