"I like the work because I enjoy working with people"

When I was 16, I often worked at the bar of a snow park in Latvia on weekends to earn a little money. That was 22 years ago, and I still work in the hospitality industry. I like the work because I enjoy working with people and because there is so much variety. You never know how the day will go – there are surprises every day. But you can also work anywhere if you come from the hospitality industry. The work is always the same. And you can choose which job you want to do. You can work in a bar or in a café. There are many options to choose from. And you will always have a job in the hospitality industry. 

"You get 14 monthly salaries here"

When I first came to Tirol, I couldn't speak any German. If you're only coming for a few weeks or months, you don't need to, because many people here speak English. But it's better if you speak the language a little, especially if you're staying longer. You need it every day, in shops, at the doctor's, at the bank. It's incredible that I can go to the doctor here and don't have to pay. People in Austria may think that's normal, but it's not. I used to fly home from Ireland whenever I needed to see a doctor because it was really expensive there. But now I have everything I need here. I was also quite surprised that you get 14 monthly salaries here, i.e. two salaries twice a year. That's something special. And then there's the Klimaticket. It is a ticket you can use to travel wherever you want on any public transport all year round. I think that if you work, you can do so much here in your free time. Tirol is a dream destination for anyone who loves the mountains. 

"You will always get a job in the hospitality industry."

About

Elīza Kacēna from Latvia loves snowboarding and has been working in the hospitality industry for 22 years. To avoid having to wait the whole year to spend a week on the slopes, she has been living in Innsbruck since 2017. 

Hospitality/tourism in Tirol 

Tourism is one of Tirol's most important economic sectors. Around 50,000 people are employed in this sector, particularly in the hotel and hospitality industry. With 48.8 million overnight stays per year, the industry not only shapes regional identity but also ensures economic stability. Tourism is constantly evolving, with many businesses now operating all year round and offering permanent, secure jobs. You can find more information about the wide-ranging opportunities in Tirol's tourism industry here.