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Finding a job and working in Canada
Finding a job during your working holiday visa in Canada: how to find your job, how to apply, tips for interviews, labour law in Canada and more!
25-07-2025
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Extending a shortened IEC permit: Conditions and procedures
This article explains why some people receive a shorter IEC permit, the cases that are eligible for extension, and how to request extension.
24-07-2025
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Interview
Laura, on a Working Holiday dream come true in Colombia
Laura took an 11-month sabbatical from work to embark on a working holiday in Colombia. How are things going and what are her plans?
24-07-2025
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Article
12 reasons to choose Australia as your working holiday destination
Australia is one of the most popular WHV destinations. Every year, nearly 200,000 travellers from around the world fly Down Under.
23-07-2025
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Article
What’s the best time of year to start a working holiday in Australia?
As with deciding where to land, many working holiday makers also need to think about when to land in Australia.
23-07-2025
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Guide
Where should you start your New Zealand Working Holiday Visa?
New Zealand is incredibly beautiful making it a bit difficult to choose where to start your WHV. Here are our top tips to make it easier!
23-07-2025
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Article
Departure checklist for the Australia WHV in 2025-2026
Are you moving to Australia on a WHV? Here is a departure checklist to make sure you have everything you need before the big day!
22-07-2025
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Article
6 precious tips to find housing in Canada
Here are some tips for finding your future housing in Canada: search locally, be responsive, introduce yourself...
22-07-2025
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Interview
Joe, 25: Trading London life for surf and sun in Australia
Joe, 25, left the UK to start a new life in Sydney Australia on a WHV. Discover his journey and how he landed a job with sponsorship.
22-07-2025
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Article
10 free things to do in Montreal
It's not always easy to combine travel with a small budget. Here are 10 ideas for free activities to do in Montreal!
22-07-2025
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Article
How to apply for a Hong Kong ID card as a Working Holiday Visa holder
The Hong Kong ID card is essential to daily life, even for Working Holiday Makers. This article explains how to get one.
21-07-2025
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Article
The best weekend trips from Montreal
Read our guide for ideas on where to go for weekend trips away in the east coast of Canada and the US from Montreal.
19-07-2025
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Article
Canada’s hidden gems: Quieter alternatives to tourist hotspots
Here are some alternative hidden gems that you might want to consider for your next Canadian adventure to avoid overcrowding and overtourism.
18-07-2025
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Article
Culture shock I experienced as a Brit in Montreal
Here’s everything I’ve found surprising about Montreal as a Brit abroad, and the culture shock you might experience in Montreal, Canada, too.
18-07-2025
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Interview
Mark, from prison officer in the UK to Working Holiday Maker in Canada
UK prison officer Mark begins a Canadian working holiday for adventure, freedom, and a fresh start. Read his interview!
18-07-2025
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Article
Seeing the doctor in France as a working holiday maker
Illnesses and accidents can happen to anyone, so it's important to know where to go and what to do. Read this article to learn more.
16-07-2025
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Article
The best weekend trips from Calgary
We've listed the best places for weekend trips from Calgary, both in the Rockies and beyond, exploring more of Alberta and B.C.
16-07-2025
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Article
Essential tips for traveling on a budget in Europe
Here are the most important tips for travelling on a budget in Europe, based on the actual experiences of team members here at pvtistes.net.
16-07-2025
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Article
How to get a French phone number (for WHV holders)
Getting a local phone number when you arrive in France is important. You will need one for many reasons, for example in your job search.
16-07-2025
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Article
France explained by 3 French people (why they eat late, smoke, complain…)
Three of my French friends respond to questions posed by my Canadian and American friends. Let's see what they had to say!
16-07-2025
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Article
Eating out in France: How to reserve, order, and ask for the bill like a local
One of the world capitals of gastronomy, France has its customs with regards to eating out. What can one do and say to blend in?
16-07-2025
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Article
My list of favourite places in Lille, after two years of living here
Though small in area, Lille boasts many unique places. This article could have been much longer, but I’ve selected only the best.
16-07-2025
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Guide
Applying for a Working Holiday Visa to Australia – The ultimate step-by-step guide with screenshots
Applying for a Working Holiday Visa to Australia: this guide includes screenshots with all the fields to fill out and questions to answer!
16-07-2025
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Do I need to know French to live in France?
Moving anywhere can be daunting when you don't speak that place’s language. So how much French do you really need for life in France?
16-07-2025
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Article
Top reasons to choose France as your working holiday destination
With dozens of WHV destinations at your fingertips, you may be wondering which one to choose. In this article, we make the case for France!
16-07-2025
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Article
France WHV: FAQs about French social security
The famous "sécurité sociale" in France... Probably what brings the most problems to WHV's holders. We'll explaine everything here !
16-07-2025
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Article
Celebrating European Heritage Days (JEP) in Paris, France
During these days, you can access countless monuments for free. But to make the most of the opportunity, it requires some planning.
16-07-2025
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Article
How to find housing during your working holiday in France
How to find housing in France? Temporary accommodation, apartment and shared accommodation, furnished or not, we tell you everything!
16-07-2025
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Article
15 Tips for a successful WHV experience
Even though a WHV experience is an unforgettable journey full of magical moments for the most parts, there are still some traps to avoid!
16-07-2025
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Article
Things a foreigner dislikes about living in Paris, France
By most definitions of the word, I am a francophile. But nowhere is perfect and France is no exception, so let’s explore a few negatives.
16-07-2025
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Departure checklist for a working holiday in France in 2025-2026
Preparing for your departure to France on a WHV? Here is our checklist to help you stay organized and have a smooth start to your journey!
16-07-2025
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Article
How to open a French bank account (for France WHV holders)
Getting a French bank account and French phone number are crucial steps for your move to France. Keep reading to learn the steps.
16-07-2025
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