WORKING Holiday

Section 1 ________

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 second language).Others just want to have fun.Often, you can do both!

Section 2 ________

Today, there are many companies that can help you get started.Usually these companies can help you get a job and plan your trip. You usually pay for your own travel expenses (for example, your airfare and taxi fares).

Section 3 ________

What kind of work and travel projects can you do? Here are some ideas!

• work for a popular teen magazine in the United Kingdom.
• teach music or sports to children in 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.

Section 4 ________

Some people go for a month. Some others stay for six months to a year. What do you what to do? Think about your goals and then decide.

Section 5 ________

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 passport).

Have fun!

Reading Comprehension - Check Your Understanding

A. Choose the correct answers.

1. What is the meaning of the title Working Holiday?

2. According to the passage, why do people take working holidays?

3. How long can you work in another country?

4. What does the passage say about money?

B. The passage has a few ideas for jobs to do while on working holidays. Match the jobs with the place mentioned in the passage.

Critical Thinking

1. Which travel project is interesting to you? Why?
   Answer

   Answers will vary based on individual interests.

2. The passage has two travel tips. Are they good tips? Add one more tip.
   Answer

   Possible tips include: Explore places online before you make a decision; Go to a country where you are familiar with the language; Bring basic health supplies with you; Keep important phone numbers handy; Use Internet cafes if you don't bring a laptop; Travel light, don't bring more than you need.