Tweet Free lift passes, working in the great outdoors, unlimited time to ski the fresh powder? Get real. Rumours had it that a position for shop staff in Queenstown had people queueing along the street for an interview during the 2010 season. As well as fruit picking, working a ski season is one of the [read more…]
Tweet WWOOfing is a worldwide scheme to allow people to volunteer on an organic farm in return for accommodation and often food. WWOOfing in Zealand is an ideal opportunity for backpackers, and working holiday visa holders to experience working and living on organic farms, market gardens, sustainable living projects and community projects. To participate in [read more…]
Tweet Seasonal working is what many backpackers will end up doing during their gap year, or working holiday visa duration in New Zealand. For most people, seasonal working either falls into one of two areas : Fruit Picking, or working on the ski fields. This guide will detail the fruit picking side of seasonal working. [read more…]