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Most first timers to Australia may be mislead into thinking its the wildlife to fear in Australia, though there is something to be more afraid of – understanding Aussie slang! Contrary to popular belief, Australians do not actually say “crikey”…
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When you travel abroad, the airline you fly with will set a weight allowance for your luggage, which on average is 20kg. When you plan to be overseas for a prolonged time, this weight is often not adequate enough for…
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According to the English Dictionary, homesickness is defined as – “A feeling of longing for one’s home during a period of absence”. And it sucks. It can be mild, manageable and come and go, or it can be more severe,…
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India is a land full of contrasts. Chaos and quiet, wealth and poverty, corruption and honesty. Always apply the same general safety rules when here as you would in any other foreign country – don’t walk alone at night, don’t…
Continue readingIf you are a British Citizen between the age of 18-30, or Irish Citizen between 18-35 and have been a resident there for three years, International Experience Canada ( or the IEC Visa) now allows you the chance to live…
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The number one priority of Thai people is to be polite and respectful to each other at all times. If you are a first-time visitor to Thailand, many of the customs and traditions may take some getting used to. And…
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Amazing scenery, incomparable wildlife and hospitable people. South Africa has many attributes worthy of praise, though has a reputation when it comes to crime. The country is very welcoming and keen to improve its negative image, so minimise your risk…
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A Working Holiday lets you visit a country for longer than if you were a tourist, whilst also allowing you to take on short-term jobs to help replenish your funds along the way. Reciprocal agreements between certain countries exist to…
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Australia is often touted as a dangerous country, mostly due to the range of deadly animal species that inhabit it. Despite this, over 670,000 British nationals visit every year and most visits are trouble-free. It’s not the creepy crawlies that…
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Give yourself a head start and beat the competition with an exceptional CV. A great resume demonstrates your skills and experiences that are relevant to the job you are applying for and don’t worry if you haven’t had any previous…
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Although China is a relatively low crime country and most Chinese are helpful and honest, petty crime and tourist scams are on the rise. As with anywhere else in the world, use commonsense and stay alert to your surroundings….
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New Zealand is not a dangerous a place. Period. It’s easy-going, happy and mostly free of personal violence and conflict between communities. Crime does exist, though the rates are way lower than…
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New Zealand is not only stunning, it is also easy to navigate and is probably one of the most ‘traveller’ friendly countries when it comes to budget. Flying may be the only exception and can be expensive since there isn’t…
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So what type of work can you do in Australia or New Zealand on your Working Holiday Visa? Anything – for up to 6 months at a time – from serving coffee, to being a deckhand on a yacht in…
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Give yourself a head start and beat the competition with an exceptional CV. A great resume demonstrates your skills and experiences that are relevant to the job you are applying for, though don’t worry if you haven’t had any previous…
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3 Months pre-departure: Entry Requirements – get all of your paperwork sorted well in advance and avoid any last minute delays, or problems at Customs. Working Holiday visa – obviously. Australia has strict laws regarding employment of non-citizens and penalties…
Continue readingSo you’ve done it – you’ve decided to do a Working Holiday and you’ve chosen New Zealand. You’ve applied for your visa – if not CLICK HERE and booked your flights – if not CLICK HERE. Below are a few…
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