Yseasonal blog
Our blog is the place for information and inspiration. Here you'll find personal stories from adventurers who came before you, useful tips, and insider advice to find the perfect seasonal job. Get inspired and discover how to make the most of your experience!
Latest posts
Hospitality work abroad: where to go, what it pays, and how to start
Which countries hire for hospitality work abroad, what roles exist, what you earn, and how to land your first seasonal job. The complete guide.
Switzerland pays more, but does the maths actually work out?
Swiss seasonal wages sound impressive. But after tax, costs and permits, does the premium hold up? An honest comparison with Austria and France.
Chalet host or hotel staff: which winter season job actually suits you?
Torn between a chalet host job and hotel work this winter? Answer these honest questions to find out which one actually fits your personality.
Going solo on a seasonal job abroad
Worried about doing seasonal work abroad without a friend? Here's why going solo is often the smarter, bolder choice.
Something shifted while I was away and I only noticed when I got home
Not a transformation story. Just three small moments from a season abroad that added up to something you only notice once you're back home.
Why friendships from a season abroad hit differently
Seasonal work friendships are forged fast and feel impossibly close. Here's why they hit differently, and why the goodbyes sting so much.
What to know about staff accommodation abroad
What staff accommodation for seasonal jobs abroad really looks like, what to ask before you sign, and the red flags nobody mentions in the job ad.
Seasonal work actually looks good on your CV, here's why
Seasonal work abroad doesn't just fill a CV gap. For many hiring managers, it signals exactly the qualities they struggle to find in other candidates.
How much free time do you actually get doing seasonal work abroad?
More than you fear, less than you fantasise about. Here's what a real working week looks like and how to make the most of your time off.
Animateur, waiter or receptionist: which seasonal job suits you?
An honest comparison of three classic seasonal jobs abroad. Find out which role actually suits you before you commit.
What's it actually like working at a Greek island resort?
Which island, which job, how much you'll earn: the honest guide to seasonal work in Greece for first-timers.
Do you need Dutch for seasonal work in the Netherlands?
Worried your Dutch isn't good enough? Here's the honest answer on language requirements for seasonal jobs in the Netherlands.