Wanna travel for a long period of time but have no money to do so? No ideas how to sustain your finances on the road? There are tons of ways to refuel your travelling funds as long as you have the means to do so. From teaching English in Spain to working as a dive instructor in Borneo, here are some tips to help you get started.
Visa Requirements
Depending on how long you would like to stay in the specific destination, work could mean a short-term bar job or a contractual professional position abroad. You usually do not need a visa for a temporary job, but it is important to obtain a visa for long-term stay (>3 months). Commonwealth citizens may find it easier to live in fellow Commonwealth countries – e.g. British citizens can easily apply for an Australian visa to stay for up to 2 years. (Read How to Live & Work in the UK/Australia.)
1. Summer Jobs
These temporary jobs abroad are usually suitable for young and energetic individuals looking for a new experience after graduation. Types of work include — bar staff, ski instructor (for Winter ski holidays), animador (entertaining staff in all-inclusive resorts), dive instructor, hotel receptionist, au pair, translator etc. These websites provide job bulletins with specific positions around the world.
- Jobs Abroad Bulletin (JAB)
- Been-Seen Job Search Service
- GoAbroad Job Resource
- Useful Article – Summer Jobs Abroad
2.Internship
Recent graduates might find an internship abroad an amazing opportunity for both their personal and professional development. Thousands of companies accept interns from abroad, although many are unpaid positions. These are some specific internships available.
- V!VA Travel Guides Editorial Internship
- STA Travel World Traveler Internship
- AIESEC Program
- Intern Abroad Resource
3. Teach English Abroad
A popular choice among many, it is rather easy to obtain a teaching job especially if you are a native speaker. Countries where teachers are highly demanded include – Spain, Czech Republic, Korea, Japan, and China. These are paid positions and remuneration is especially good in Asia. TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) is a bonus when finding a teaching job.
- Visiting International Faculty Program
- Teaching English in Spain
- TEFL Worldwide Prague
- Journey East – Teaching English in China
4. Volunteering
Although most volunteering positions are unpaid, you can still find some that offer a humble stipend. Roles include – organizing social activities, organic farming and teaching. Nueva Alianza in Guatemala is an example of paid volunteering.
- Idealist.org
- Farm Work Abroad
- Paid and Volunteering Opportunities in Ecuador
- Tips on Volunteering Abroad
5. Travel Writing/Blogging
Many travelers keep a blog to share their experiences on the road with friends and families. After gaining readership, some actually start earning money from their blogs through advertising and paid blog assignments. Travel writers are slightly different, they pen articles based on their travels for magazines and this also provides a flow of income on the road. Here are some useful articles to help it come true:
- Nomadic Matt’s e-book : How to Make Money with your Travel Blog
- TravelHappy’s Tips to Making Money with a Blog
- Make Money Travel Blogging
- Sponsored Reviews: Paid Blogging Gigs
6. Work Wirelessly
This new and hip way of life is creating a new trend in the travelling world, as many pack their bags and laptops, working from anywhere around the world. Whether you are a web developer, project manager or editor, you no longer need to step into an office for your job. These insightful blogs provide tips on how you could actually achieve it.
- Almost Fearless: Options for Working Remotely from Anywhere
- Becoming a Digital Nomad
- NomaDesk
- Digital Nomads.com
- Location Independent
Flickr photo by Giorgio Montersino
Related Posts:
- How to Live & Work in the UK/Australia
- Teaching English in Spain
- Becoming a Digital Nomad
- Tips on Volunteering Abroad
Great article, Nellie! Very awesome information
Thanks guys for the comments, glad it was of use to you!
Fabulous advice and to know that you are already living the dream of traveling and writing is an inspiration to us all!
I had never thoughtof an internship abroad, would it not take up too much of your time whilst travelling?
hey Conor, it depends on what you're looking for – with an internship, you get to accumulate work experience, pick up new skills and get an insider peek into living abroad. I've friends who've done unpaid internships abroad and even without the cash coming in, and having to work 9-to-5 hours, they still enjoyed it tremendously!
These are some great ideas, thank you!! I'd also recommend visiting the website http://www.worldhelplink.com, it has links to opportunities to work, volunteer, intern, teach, and more abroad.
Thanks for the concise info and the links! I am working towards this!!
Good post!
Most of these methods require an extensive stay to make the money, meaning visas and all that. In some countries working at a bar or small jobs like those can make you earn some money that will go a long way in third world countries. I've even heard of people who make quite a bit of it by being extras in movies or posing nude in art classes!
Federico
That’s a great suggestion – working as extras in movies or posing nude in art classes! Funny but very feasible! Yes I agree, there are plenty of opportunities if you know where to look. Thanks Federico.
Very informative. Thanks for the tips!
Great resources! I love how you've included links to relevant posts under each category.
I stayed in Cusco Peru for a month by working at my hostel bar 4 hours a day, 5 days a week. I wanted to take a break and travel slower and it was perfect for me as I saved quite a bit of money and was refreshed to keep going.
These are some really great tips.
You really nailed this down! Is it actually possible to keep it going for a long time? I did the Australian Working Holiday and an Internship in South Africa, I've studied in Europe and South America. But now I'm finding it hard to make enough money to keep moving. Did you have a breakthrough that made it possible to keep going?
Thanks for providing the wealth of links, winning!
If making money while traveling makes you look like the guy in the last photo, I'm totally down with that!
That last photo? Makes me want to take off and only teach online courses, off the beach
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That last photo? Makes me want to take off today and only teach online courses from now on. On the beach of course
Very true, that’s truly a dream lifestyle – I’m thankful for my job!
i usualy publish my house in vacation rentals websites such as Homeaway.com and QuickHome.com, i think it is a garanteed income
This is a good overview. Really. I have seen a lot of articles that are just bs written for clicks and seo. But this really provides a pretty good overview of different options. On my travel job quest, I am finding there is a big difference in jobs that pay and those that dont. I am currently selling timeshares, which you can do in like 100 different countries and actually make good money, if you are a good salesman. I just did a post on how to get a timeshare sales job if anyone is interested. http://aroundtheworldin80jobs.com/how-to-find-a-t…
cheers,
Turner
This is a good overview. Really. I have seen a lot of articles that are just bs written for clicks and seo. But this really provides a pretty good overview of different options. On my travel job quest, I am finding there is a big difference in jobs that pay and those that dont. I am currently selling timeshares, which you can do in like 100 different countries and actually make good money, if you are a good salesman. I just did a post on how to get a timeshare sales job if anyone is interested. http://aroundtheworldin80jobs.com/how-to-find-a-t…
cheers,
Turner
This is a good overview. Really. I have seen a lot of articles that are just bs written for clicks and seo. But this really provides a pretty good overview of different options. On my travel job quest, I am finding there is a big difference in jobs that pay and those that dont. I am currently selling timeshares, which you can do in like 100 different countries and actually make good money, if you are a good salesman. I just did a post on how to get a timeshare sales job if anyone is interested. http://aroundtheworldin80jobs.com/how-to-find-a-t…
cheers,
Turner
This is a good overview. Really. I have seen a lot of articles that are just bs written for clicks and seo. But this really provides a pretty good overview of different options. On my travel job quest, I am finding there is a big difference in jobs that pay and those that dont. I am currently selling timeshares, which you can do in like 100 different countries and actually make good money, if you are a good salesman. I just did a post on how to get a timeshare sales job if anyone is interested. http://aroundtheworldin80jobs.com/how-to-find-a-t…
cheers,
Turner
This is a good overview. Really. I have seen a lot of articles that are just bs written for clicks and seo. But this really provides a pretty good overview of different options. On my travel job quest, I am finding there is a big difference in jobs that pay and those that dont. I am currently selling timeshares, which you can do in like 100 different countries and actually make good money, if you are a good salesman. I just did a post on how to get a timeshare sales job if anyone is interested. http://aroundtheworldin80jobs.com/how-to-find-a-t…
cheers,
Turner
This is a good overview. Really. I have seen a lot of articles that are just bs written for clicks and seo. But this really provides a pretty good overview of different options. On my travel job quest, I am finding there is a big difference in jobs that pay and those that dont. I am currently selling timeshares, which you can do in like 100 different countries and actually make good money, if you are a good salesman. I just did a post on how to get a timeshare sales job if anyone is interested. http://aroundtheworldin80jobs.com/how-to-find-a-t…
cheers,
Turner
I wish I could work on the beach! uugh not fair! lol
I'll have a look into the volunteering positions. It would be great to travel the world, make some money for the journey and help out while being on the road … thanks for this post!
This helps a lot since I'm going to be on the road for a long time soon
Thank you for providing some tips to help me get a money in journey.Some people plan a long trip then they don't have enough money for travelling,If they follow these tips then save some money for travelling.
Earn money with a blog about your travel-adventures!
You can read my blog here, and read how you could make one yourself and earn money with it:
http://www.earnaroundtheglobe.com
If you have any questions, feel free to ask. Life is what you make of it!!
Kind regards,
Arjan.
Excellent article Nellie.
ITTP TEFL Prague / Online is also an option for teaching English abroad.
Good!
I love traveling… thanks… i am hitting the road in a week or so