Category: New Zealand Working Holiday
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Working Holiday New Zealand Jobs: Tips for Finding & Applying for Backpacker Jobs
When I first considered the idea of moving to New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa, the first worry that came to mind was how on earth I would find a job and save any money. People decide to do a Working Holiday in New Zealand for a variety of reasons: to have a new…
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A guide to moving to Wellington: How to find a job & somewhere to live
The countdown has officially begun. James and I only have a matter of days left in Wellington before we fly to the South Island for a week-long road trip, where we’ll tick off a few things we missed when we travelled the country in our campervan! As the date draws nearer, I’m becoming increasingly aware of…
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How to speak Kiwi: A guide to New Zealand English
Kiwis are the friendliest, most welcoming people on the planet, but I must admit that when I first arrived in New Zealand I hadn’t a clue what they were saying! It’s a bit embarrassing to admit this, but I didn’t really know New Zealand English was even a thing before I came here. I knew…
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How to write a New Zealand CV for your Working Holiday
Your CV is perhaps one of the little details you wouldn’t put too much thought to before starting your Working Holiday in New Zealand – let’s face it, you’re probably thinking more about the best places to visit, what to pack and pretending to be a Hobbit, than about updating your resumé. New Zealanders write…
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A complete guide to buying a campervan in New Zealand
Travelling around New Zealand by car is undoubtedly the best way to see the country; you have the freedom to explore at your own pace and see the sights you want to see without having to stick to a strict itinerary. There are so many places in New Zealand that you can’t reach by bus…
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A year in New Zealand: How to get a Working Holiday Visa extension
Today marks a whole year since I arrived in New Zealand. I remember those first few days in Auckland, recovering from jet-leg and trying to familiarise myself with a new city. I had been robbed in South East Asia and was coming to New Zealand to save up some more money. I had no idea…
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New Zealand Budget Travel Guide: How to travel NZ on $40NZD a day
New Zealand – beautiful, but so expensive. The cost of living in NZ is typically higher than other “Western” countries, and Auckland is the 38th most expensive city in the world to live in*. Plus, it isn’t exactly cheap to get to NZ (even on a budget flight!) since its so far away from everywhere else…
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Camping in New Zealand: Lessons Learnt
One of the most popular ways to travel in New Zealand is with your own wheels, camping in the abundance of campsites across the country. It’s easy to see why. New Zealand is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, so it’s no wonder that heaps of nature- and outdoors-lovers flock…
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How to save money on a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand
Coming to New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa is a great way to see the country, save up some money and experience a new working culture abroad. Many people travelling to NZ for a Working Holiday choose to base themselves somewhere for a short period of time while they find work and save money…
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The Essential Guide to the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa
I am an avid researcher. A religious list-maker. I plan as much as I possibly can before leaving for a new destination to avoid feeling disorientated or unprepared when I arrive. Before I came to New Zealand, I went through the usual routine: mapping out brief routes, researching on government websites, reading hundreds of blog…
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