I used to be that kind of girl who didn’t believe that she could afford to travel. ‘How on earth will I afford it?’ I asked. Yet, a chance encounter with a stranger on a train changed all of that (check my About Me page!) and I realised that I could leave my job and the UK within a couple of months, with very little money in my pocket.
How did I do it? I decided to teach English abroad!
Yet…there are many ways that you can fund your travels! Find your passion and go for it!
In this Money section, you will find everything you need to make money for travel, as well as my special travel hacks!
First, read these 3 articles before you check out anything else
In today’s world, there is so much potential to work online and on the ground in different countries doing what you love. You might be surprised about just how much opportunity is out there! Check out these key articles and find the job for you, that is going to get you on the road and out there for an adventure!
I taught English abroad to students in Kindergarten all the way up to University and adults. I loved every minute of it, and it allowed me to immerse myself in cultures whilst earning money! Find out about teaching online and in specific countries here!
There are so many ways that you can save money on travel. Be savvy about how you book your flights, take advantage of special deals, and you’ll have a bigger budget to play with!
I started travel blogging purely for the passion of adventure and writing – but it got to the point where I was earning enough from blogging to focus on it solely to make my travel income! It takes self belief and balls to do it, but working for yourself can be a real delight if you get the work / balance right! Check out all of my travel blogging articles right here…
That’s great! I recommend that you check out my article about volunteering and also get in contact with WorkAway, HelpX and GivingWay. All 3 of these organisations will help you find a job with a purpose.
You may also be interested in Housesitting. You get free acommodation in amazing locations whilst looking after adorable pets, whilst the owners go away on holiday. I love housesitting and have stayed in grand country houses and funky central London apartments.
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