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TIP OF THE WEEK & RULE NUMBER ONE!!!

Have you ever heard the expression "it’s not where you go but who you go with that counts"?  Well if there is one piece of advice we at Air Pro can give you it’s this..... GET TO KNOW YOUR GROUP!!!!! Whether you’re going with friends or going solo you must MUST spend some time networking with these people as they are the back bone of your working holiday! We find the BEST groups are those who turn up in resort and all the getting to know you stuff has been done weeks/months in advance. They roll into the resort, the best of friends and concentrate on working hard, playing hard, getting blind drunk and enjoying themselves!

What to pack for your working holiday in the sun

 
As with all trips abroad, it helps to have an idea of what to take... so we’ve put a short but helpful list together. Take a look! The only advice we’d give you here is not to take anything worth too much money. If you wouldn’t want to lose or break it, don’t take it!

• Beachwear / beach towel

• Day clothes

• Night-time clothes

• Fancy dress: Army – School Disco – Raver  

• Shoes, trainers, flip-flops etc.

• Sun-tan lotion

• After-sun lotion

• I-pod / i-pod station

• CD's / DVD's etc.

• Toiletries

• Copy of your passport (photo page)

• Insurance documents (or a copy of them)

• If you take your mobile check with your network that you can use it abroad BEFORE you leave

HEALTH

Sunburn & Burnout

If you’re planning on working abroad, there’s nothing worse than turning up for work on your first day looking like a lobster! Take it easy for the first couple of days as you’ll have plenty of time during your stay to achieve that golden tan.
 

Most bars and clubs are open until 5am and holidaymakers only have to deal with the party atmosphere for a week or a fortnight. Remember, when you’re on a working holiday so you’ll be experiencing it week in, week out. Even the most hard-core party animals should have a few nights off the booze each week. And drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

DRIVING ABROAD

Know the Rules

LICENSE
As in the UK, if you want to drive you’ll need to bring your UK driving license.
 
AGE LIMIT
Hire companies will want you to be 21, sometimes 25, to hire a vehicle.
 
TYPES OF VEHICLES
Scooters - Cars - Buggies.
 
SAFETY
When driving scooters and buggies abroad be aware that drunken holidaymakers will randomly walk into the roads without looking. We recommend that you don’t hire a vehicle unless you have the correct medical insurance as hospital bills will be costly.

 
SECURITY

 
Protect yourself when working abroad this summer

LOCK YOUR DOORS
There is a security guard operating in all apartment complexes, but you should still lock your doors when going out or before passing out at night! Don't leave expensive items on show, and make sure that you keep your curtains closed; this makes your apartment less vulnerable as well as keeping it nice and cool.
 
BE PREPARED
E-mail yourself all your important information. Passport number, flight details, all confirmation correspondence, travellers cheque numbers, important phone numbers etc. Also take photocopies of your important documents and leave originals in your safe. We would strongly recommend as a precautionary method, not to take large amounts of cash around with you. As we say the resorts are safe, but you never know what might happen and precautions need to be in place.

MONEY 

Even though the apartments have safes. Air-Pro recommend you use a card for security so take your Credit/Debit card or a Euro Cash Passport (this is a travellers credit card www.moneysupermarket.com/prepaidcards) both of these options offer good exchange rates and this is safer as you are the only person with your card pin and you can limit your expenses by withdrawing a weekly allowance.

 
HEALTH INSURANCE

 
It's easy to do and could be vital

You can get a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), which entitles you to health insurance while you’re travelling abroad. You can pick up a form from the Post Office, by calling 0845 606 2030, or by going to http://www.dh.gov.uk/travellers. We recommend that you apply at least two to three weeks before you travel to make sure you receive it in time.

 
MONEY TIPS FOR WORKING ABROAD

CHANGING MONEY
Air-Pro recommend you do not change your money at the Airport as they have a terrible exchange rate. Air-Pro would recommend changing your money at your bank. Alternatively you could take your Credit/Debit card or a Euro Cash Passport (this is a traveller’s credit card www.moneysupermarket.com/prepaidcards) both of these offer good exchange rates and this is safer as you are the only person with your card pin and you can limit your expenses by withdrawing a weekly allowance.

WORKERS PRICES ABROAD
Some people make the mistake of spending most of their money in the first few days, as if they’re on holiday. DON’T! When you’re a worker, you’ll get 50% off your drinks as well as free drinks or food, depending on the bar, club or restaurant you’re working in. Make sure you tell the bar staff and holiday reps that you’re a worker before ordering drinks.
 
EATING OUT
In each resort there are always cheap restaurants and those that have workers’ discounts. While you’re there, we recommend you ask your reps so you know where these restaurants are.
 
TRAVELLERS CHEQUES
Traveller’s cheques are the safest way to keep your money. However, all major cards are accepted (VISA, Mastercard, Maestro, Switch). The cash machines do not show an updated balance, so we recommend you open an internet account in order to check your up-do-date balance and avoid any nasty surprises.
 
SPENDING MONEY

In our experience, the absolute BASIC cost of living is around 10 Euros per day. This would NOT include you going out and getting drunk every night, but should you choose to work as a PR, then you’re likely to get free drinks all night, even if you actually make no money! If you’re thinking about staying for the whole 4 weeks without working, then we suggest you increase your daily budget allowance accordingly.

 
WORKING ABROAD

Take it in your stride

If you’ve never been a club/bar PR before, it can be a little daunting at first. Try to get to know all the workers and listen to what they say when they PR. It does take a few days to get into the swing of things, so don’t be upset with yourself if you’re not doing well in the first few days. It takes time. Remember, no job is easy at first! Also if you are having problems your reps are there to help so don’t be afraid to ask.

 
PHONING HOME

 
Know the costs

MOBILE PHONES
If you’re planning on taking your mobile with you make it a priority to get a Spanish/Greek chip. This will stop you being charged for receiving incoming calls and your outgoing calls will be 60% cheaper. A Spanish chip will cost you 20 Euros and you should get around 15 Euros initial credit – amounts vary according to the network.

INTERNET CAFES

Internet shops and cafes are inexpensive and can be found throughout the resorts.

PHONE CARDS

We recommend buying phone cards as they are a cheaper way of staying in touch with your family and friends when you’re on a working holiday.

PHONE BOXES
Phone boxes are around, but some can be more expensive than others.

SKYPE

This is a great way to keep in touch with people back home for next to nothing! For more information visit: www.skype.com