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Jellybean 
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Post subject: Season in Whistler, advice needed
 Posted: Jan 31, 2010 - 10:27 PM
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First post: Feb 23, 2007
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hey,
I'm desperate to do a season and think i should stop putting it off and go for 2011. i'd really like to go to Whistler,
(been for holidays the last two years, and loved it. know i'm going to have to save like crazy though)
however, just not sure if i want to go for x.mas and leave start of the new year or whether my chances of getting a job would be better to go nov/dec??? I would be happy with bar work or anything really.
Aswell just not sure where to start with the whole thing?! Accomodation etc etc.
Help anyone!!!
Cheers. |
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robtheslob
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Post subject: RE: Season in Whistler, advice needed
Posted: Jan 31, 2010 - 10:49 PM
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First post: Aug 29, 2006
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apparently accommodation is the hardest to find and jobs arent impossible to find later on.
Ive already put down a deposit on my room for next season... Get there in Nov.
hopefully will be able to save enough so that I dont have to work whilst im out there. |
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lez_s
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Post subject: RE: Season in Whistler, advice needed
Posted: Jan 31, 2010 - 11:26 PM
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First post: Oct 11, 2004
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Location: Whistler
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If you want to work out there you need to look into getting a visa now - check http://www.bunac.co.uk/uk/workcanada/ Getting out there at the start of Nov is best so you can set your self up, but there are jobs going all season long as people quit for a better job or leave to go home etc
With accommodation there are companies that do season accommodation such as seasonaires.com - there are mix reviews about them, but I never had a problem and would use them again.
Spending xmas out there is so cool and the mountain is empty xmas morning. |
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Jellybean
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Post subject: RE: Season in Whistler, advice needed
Posted: Jan 31, 2010 - 11:32 PM
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First post: Feb 23, 2007
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Do you need to be a student though to get a visa or can you get one then set up work when your there?
So much to do!!!! ahhhhhhhhh
thanks though, helen x |
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lez_s
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Post subject: RE: Season in Whistler, advice needed
Posted: Jan 31, 2010 - 11:36 PM
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First post: Oct 11, 2004
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There is a student and non-student visa's on the site.
Once you have a visa you can head over and hand CV's out in bars, shop etc.
Also have a look on here to get ideas of places to live http://whistler.en.craigslist.ca/ |
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Posted: Feb 01, 2010 - 07:36 AM
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First post: Jul 29, 2006
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| The None student Visia Places are full for next year so you might want to get on a waiting list |
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Posted: Feb 01, 2010 - 09:22 AM
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First post: Oct 11, 2004
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Location: Whistler
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| Normally every year they get more to give out to non student's so keep an eye on the web site. |
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Jellybean
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Posted: Feb 02, 2010 - 11:29 PM
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First post: Feb 23, 2007
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Thanks everyone for help,
tried to apply but it is full, phoned them up aswell and they dont seem to think they'll get any more non- student visa. will keep trying though!!! need to apply in dec for the following year, hopefully get there one year!............
So, any recommendations on a resort in europe for a season! |
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Posted: Feb 05, 2010 - 06:19 PM
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First post: Sep 14, 2008
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Full already? Must be an influx of people who decided to stay away this year due to Olympics and go next yea. The mountians are so quiet tho its great. Towns business's are down on priofits from last year, and are hoping that the Olympic influx of crews, media and the like will improve this.
Jobs are so easy right now as everything is opening either 24hrs or near as damit.
If u do come then yes early Nov is usefull for jobs and accomodation. But i know people who arrived mid dec and sorted Job, accomodation out easily. U just got to be organised and persistant with emails and resumes and showing your face. Seasonairres is mega expensive, there are just as good places that will save u over half the money u pay there. Just got to scour craigs list and look for postings in the library and other public places. And word of mouth too.
Waitressing jobs offer poor basic wage but great tips and a lot of girls earn good money at this. same with bartenders. Great way to meet people too for accomodation and all the ins and outs that goes on. Oh and if u come read the Pique every week cover to cover it really is good for info and goings on.
U could save and do 6 months on a tourist visa here and not work and keep applying while your here. I know a couple who have done this and been here 15 months now.
Good luck with your season next year wherever u end up. |
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Posted: Feb 05, 2010 - 07:42 PM
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First post: Mar 28, 2008
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Hey there,
I did a season in Whistler in 08/09 and have another visa for Canada for next season.Thinking about Whistler again as I love the place, but I am a bit worried that the year after the Olympics the resort will be crazy busy, and rents will be really high for the winter season. Wont be able to get out until mid November and want to spend the summer with some mates in Van, so will really be there for the peak rental season!! Stayed with seasonaires last time, but dont really want to pay the high $$$ again (although strong euro is helping right now!). Just wondering what people are expecting rents and numbers on the mountain to be like for the winter season, or if there has been any talk around town about this? Anyway, for any of you out there hope you enjoy the games and all the peace (on the mountain) and crazyness that come with it!! Thanks in advance.
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Jellybean
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Posted: Feb 06, 2010 - 12:09 AM
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First post: Feb 23, 2007
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Have seriously considered just saving and heading out on a tourist visa, would just cost soooooooooo much. i definately had waitressing or bar work in mind (just to meet loads of new cool people.... and good tips). i am a hairdresser but i just wanted something completely new and different. i wont give up though, i check bunac every day just in case.
really greatful of everyones advice, i need it.
thanks again.
helen x |
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Posted: Feb 06, 2010 - 10:46 AM
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First post: Aug 10, 2007
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| My best friend owns a hair salon if you wanted to stick to hairdressing. The tourist visa idea is not as bad as you think, you might get a chance to work under the table and earn a couple $ |
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Posted: Feb 06, 2010 - 11:26 AM
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First post: Oct 11, 2004
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Whistler doesn't cost as much as people think when you are there for a season.
The flight, accommodation and lift pass are the big ones, even if you get the early bird season pass. Once you are out there unlike a holiday you dont have to go out ever night and drink, party or eat out. If you do want to head out for something to eat you go to the places that have the deal on such as Merlin's for the $5 burger and you chips etc with it and you are stuffed at the end of it.
There are other ways to save money if you know the right people that are working there. |
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Posted: Feb 16, 2010 - 05:03 PM
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First post: Feb 19, 2005
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Jellybean wrote:
Have seriously considered just saving and heading out on a tourist visa, would just cost soooooooooo much. i definately had waitressing or bar work in mind (just to meet loads of new cool people.... and good tips). i am a hairdresser but i just wanted something completely new and different. i wont give up though, i check bunac every day just in case.
really greatful of everyones advice, i need it.
thanks again.
helen x
Hi Helen
If you are able to save enough to go out to Whistler on a 6-month visitor visa then you shouldn’t even think twice about it. Meeting/making friends out there is easy regardless of having a job or not and if you arrange your accommodation through someone like Seasonaires.com you will instantly be among a large community of like minded people.
I missed out on getting a visa for the 07/08 season but I just saved like crazy and lived like a hermit for 9 months, safe in the knowledge that it was a worthwhile sacrifice and I would soon be reaping the rewards!
Very glad I didn’t work out there in the end because the whole reason I went there in the first place was to go riding. As a result I got about 110 days on the mountain and many unforgettable powder experiences! – I wouldn’t have wanted to miss those moments for $8 an hour!
There are 4 essential expenses for a season in Whistler:
Accommodation - £3000-£4000.
Season Lift Pass – About £750 for an early bird pass – not bad considering a tourist pays about £550 for a 2-week pass.
Return Flights from UK to Vancouver (£500-£700).
Insurance (6-month SCUK insurance for North America) (£520) – 2 years ago I paid £200 less than this, not sure why it’s gone up so much!!!
The amount of ‘living money’ required for your trip is completely down to you and your eating, drinking, partying and general spending habits but as a guideline £2000 works out at around $125 a week which should be enough to keep your fridge well stocked, and still afford to eat and drink out occasionally (in moderation)
les_s is quite right, there are lots of deals to scope out in Whistler for food and Apres drinks (Merlin’s is an excellent example). My personal favourite is the Crystal Lounge for their 25-cent chicken wings and cheap pitchers of beer. Another great spot for cheap beers is the Cinnamon Bear in the Hilton hotel - $12 pitchers (nice toilets too – A rare thing for a bar in Whistler!)
If you need new equipment there are blowout sales everywhere in at the start of the season in November so you can pick up some real bargains on last years gear – especially on outerwear (up to 70% off rrp)
One last bit of advice is to get credit card before you go – regardless of whether you plan to use it or not. It’s well worth having one (or 2) for security and you can probably get one with 6-12 month interest free which is perfect if you’re not earning while you’re out there.
By all means keep checking Bunac every day if you still fancy working during your season - This post isn’t to say that working is a bad idea or that not working is better, there are pros and cons for both - you can get some awesome discount and hook-ups in certain jobs out there but for me it comes down to how much you value your time on the hill.
So good I’m going again.
Roll on Whistler 10/11! |
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bassman
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Posted: Feb 22, 2010 - 05:23 PM
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First post: Feb 22, 2010
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Hey guys.
Also looking to go to Whistler, probably from Nov 2010 - May 2011.
Does anyone have any recommendations on places for shared accommodation besides Seasonnaires? I know a few people who have been with them and say they're pretty good, but does anyone know of any other places to find well priced shared season acommodation for Whistler?
Cheers
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