Travel For Next To Nothing
November 8, 2009 by Isabel Cochea
Filed under Travel
Would you like to travel more frequently, but you think you don’t have the cash? The secret is that it possible to travel for free. There are plenty of ways to do so, but you have to keep an open mind. Finding these opportunities will require some work, however the rewards are well worth it.
If you are looking for a rewarding experience you can teach English as a second language. It is also a great way learn another language, depending on where you work. You will have to obtain a TEFL certificate before you begin teaching. Jobs in Japan and Korea tend to pay the best, but there are many programs to choose from.
Another way to travel cheaply is to crash someone’s couch. Couch Surfing is a non-profit organization that offers opportunities for free accommodation around the world. Once you choose your travel destination, you can search their site for members in the area. Vouched for members have been reviewed by other members and are usually a good bet. You don’t need to host a couch surfer in return, although many who participate tend return the favor.
Participating in a home exchange is another great way to find free lodging, if you are willing to exchange your living space. Exchange programs, such as Home Exchange makes the swap process easy. Other exchanges include: Digsville, Home Link International, and Intervac.
If you don’t mind doing a little housework while on vacation, you can become a house sitter. In order to apply, you need to find a house sitter website. Usually you need to pay a small fee in order to view listings of available house sitting jobs.
Are you a history buff? Maybe you love looking at art all day? If so, then you may consider becoming a tour guide. You get to spend the day doing what you love, as well as exploring the city or place you will be working in.
Believe it or not, there is a job market out there to drive people’s cars across country. If you choose to participate, essentially you get a free car rental. This type of service is offered to people who need to move their car from one place to another and they don’t want to pay to ship the car, or drive it themselves. There are limitations in time and mileage that you need to abide by. After all it is a job.
If you have a skill or talent, you can use it to find a job in the hospitality industry. There are many jobs that require people to help entertain and take care of their guests. If you teach yoga, photography, or are a massage therapist or bartender, cook, or performer you can work for them.
Cruise ships offer a unique experience for people who want to travel to exotic locales but may not be able to afford it. There are a variety of jobs that are offered on each voyage. Some of the major cruise ship companies are Carnival Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Disney Cruise Line, Crystal Cruises, Seabourn, and Holland America Line.
Looking to find the best deal on Free Travel, then visit www.how-to-travel-on-a-budget.com to find the best advice on Budget Travel.
Related Blogs
- Related Blogs on Travel
- The Hidden Costs of Travel | Foreigner's Finances




