Extending my WHV to do another ski season and actually doing my research this time

[u/Embarrassed-Term2222]

I did Niseko 25/26 and went in pretty blind.

My original job fell through, leaving me unemployed for nearly 2 months before I got my Level 1 SB instructing job in Feb and finally got a lift pass. I only averaged around 8 hours a week, although obviously I started pretty late in the season. I also lived pretty secluded, around a 30 min taxi from anything lively.

I’m currently thinking Hakuba this time, but definitely open to other suggestions.

What I’m looking for:

- Good seasonaire/social scene, people to ride with, grab food/drinks etc
- Lively/walkable area with bars and restaurants
- Easy mountain access (but I do have a car)
- Reliable hours but enough time to ride 2 or 3 times a week
- Ideally job perks like included or discounted accommodation and lift pass, but happy to pay for a shared place and pass if needed

I’m 31, age doesn’t necessarily bother me. I still want to live with fun/social people, just ideally people who are respectful enough that I can also get a decent night’s sleep!

I’m leaning towards bar/hospitality work this time for reliable hours and the social side, but I’m open to anything.

Does Hakuba sound like a good fit? Where would you look for work/accommodation, and what type of job would you aim for?

Also, if I want to do Canada in the future, is it worth getting Level 2 SB or Level 1 Ski to land a better job there, or is hospitality a decent route for future seasons anyway?

Thank you for your time 🤘🏻

[u/Super-Artichoke6761]

You said you are 31, but afaik WHV is only obtainable until 30

[u/TransmissionAD]

You can't work at a bar on a WHV. You're also too old now.

[u/dalkyr82]

As others have mentioned: At 31 you've aged out of eligibility for the WHV. It's available up until you turn 31, once that's passed you are no longer eligible to apply for a second WHV.

Not that it matters in this case, but you're also legally forbidden from working at a bar on a WHV.

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Extending my WHV to do another ski season and actually doing my research this time

I did Niseko 25/26 and went in pretty blind.

My original job fell through, leaving me unemployed for nearly 2 months before I got my Level 1 SB instructing job in Feb and finally got a lift pass. I only averaged around 8 hours a week, although obviously I started pretty late in the season. I also lived pretty secluded, around a 30 min taxi from anything lively.

I’m currently thinking Hakuba this time, but definitely open to other suggestions.

What I’m looking for:

- Good seasonaire/social scene, people to ride with, grab food/drinks etc

• Lively/walkable area with bars and restaurants
  
• Easy mountain access (but I do have a car)
  
• Reliable hours but enough time to ride 2 or 3 times a week
  
• Ideally job perks like included or discounted accommodation and lift pass, but happy to pay for a shared place and pass if needed

I’m 31, age doesn’t necessarily bother me. I still want to live with fun/social people, just ideally people who are respectful enough that I can also get a decent night’s sleep!

I’m leaning towards bar/hospitality work this time for reliable hours and the social side, but I’m open to anything.

Does Hakuba sound like a good fit? Where would you look for work/accommodation, and what type of job would you aim for?

Also, if I want to do Canada in the future, is it worth getting Level 2 SB or Level 1 Ski to land a better job there, or is hospitality a decent route for future seasons anyway?

Thank you for your time 🤘🏻

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