- You travel the world and get paid? Sounds like a dream? You don't have to play a sport professionally, you don't have to model, and you don't have to be famous in any other way. No, some more or less totally normal jobs allow you to do just that: travel and get paid. It's a different way of discovering a country than if you were there on vacation, but it's by no means less beautiful.
- Discover: Discover also our overview of top digital nomad jobs where you can work remotely and travel
- In this article, we have collected popular, ordinary, extraordinary, and sporty ways to work and travel for work. However, you should clarify the issue of visa and work in advance. Partly it is done by your employer. Be brave, be creative!
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1 Work on Cruise Ship
From the kitchen, to service, to health, to the animation team, to tour management, to the entire technical area – there are countless exciting jobs on a cruise ship. It's an excellent way to see exotic places, make many contacts, and gain experience. Food, lodging, transportation, and insurance are all paid for – time to save some serious money. You will find a good range of jobs on All Cruise Jobs.
2 On Board of a Yacht
3 Resort Jobs
4 Working in a Hostel
Have you ever thought about working in a hostel? You don't need any experience, you get to know many people, you can stay for free, and you might even get a small salary. Just ask in the hostels if you can take over a shift – it's all pretty relaxed. You'll either work at the reception or cleaning, or maybe both. It's a great way to see the world, save money and perhaps even earn something.
5 Tour Guide
It may sound strange to be a non-local and introduce tourists to a place, but it is anything but unusual. You should not be shy, and you should know a few words in the local language. Ask the local tour operators directly for jobs.
- Tip: Book a tour as a tourist to get an impression of the country Book a tour as a tourist to get an impression
6 Travel Escort
Many tour operators are looking for travel companions. You should like to work with people, stay calm in stressful situations, and like to talk. In return, you will see the world and meet many people. The pay varies, and training per se is not necessary.
7 Work in a Travel Agency
Travel agencies sell vacations and recreation and relaxation. You should know the destinations you offer, so you spend some time traveling. Often even for free on so-called FAM trips (familiarization trips). Employees are wanted worldwide.
8 Flight Attendant
Constantly flying around the world, getting to know different cultures, and always seeing new cities. Discount on airline tickets and hotels. The life of a flight attendant seems pretty exciting and glamorous, but consider the unusual working hours.
9 Traveling Medical Staff
Just admiring the sunrise in the middle of the Caribbean Sea, you plaster an arm shortly afterward. This can happen when you work as a traveling medical staff. You can find suitable jobs on Indeed.
10 Volunteer / NGO work
11 Au Pair
On the one hand: food, a place to stay, and pocket money are given for the support of the host family. On the other side: a lot of responsibility and also household activities. You should not only like children but also be able to work under pressure and take out an au pair insurance. In return, you will get to know the country and the culture particularly intensively.
12 Teacher
Teachers are always in demand. There are many places where you can teach: in a big city or in areas where education is relatively poor. Even as a non-educator, you can earn money as a tutor or assistant teacher. It's an excellent way to discover foreign countries and cultures. You should have a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification if you want to teach English. There is also an increasing demand for online teachers. You can check out Verbal planet to teach languages online.
13 Yoga / Pilates
Do you practice Yoga or Pilates? You could travel the world teaching it. There are several options for either “freelance” or working with gyms or all-inclusive resorts. Goes without saying if you're a Zumba, Salsa, or personal trainer.
14 Surf Instructor
As a surf instructor, you can travel the world and earn money. Unfortunately, surfing is not possible everywhere, but the possible places compensate immensely. You can combine your passion with your job – it doesn't get any better.
15 Diving Instructor
Another fantastic way to travel the world with your job is to work as a diving instructor. There are many beautiful diving destinations worldwide – Hawaii, Australia, Egypt, Mexico, Thailand, Fiji, Indonesia, and many more. Your chance to work in paradise and make your hobby your profession.
16 Photographer
You can work as a freelance photographer in hotels or for tour providers, or offer your working time on social networks or various platforms. (https://de.fiverr.com/) Photo tours are becoming increasingly popular, and online photography tutorials are also an excellent way to earn money. You can also upload and sell your images on various platforms, including to clients, for use in magazines, books, brand campaigns, or websites.
17 Videography
Are you into the moving image? As a videographer, you can also combine work and travel. You shoot marketing films for tourism associations and travel brands, try your hand as a YouTuber or offer your skills on social networks. Good drone pilots are always in demand, so how about getting a drone?
18 Translate
You can either offer your services as a translator online or offline. Translate websites, flyers, or documents for your respective clients. And every local restaurant and business will be happy if you correct their spelling and grammar on signs and menus, and by the way, you can test the cuisine or get paid.
19 Work in Cafés
It is always worthwhile to ask in cafés, restaurants, or bars if support is needed. Just ask in a café that you like; even if they don't need help, they might know some places that need help. You should speak the local language, so you might have to invest in some language lessons.
A super plus point: you will immediately get in touch with locals through your colleagues and guests. Besides the salary, there is often even a tip – all in all, a super job. These jobs are often used for moonlighting, don't do it! Because in some countries, you will end up in jail, be expelled from the country for a long time, and/or have to pay a hefty fine.
20 Festival Work
You don't have to be an artist or producer to be part of festivals or events worldwide. You just have to work: Lights, sound, set-up, organizing, supervision, and many more opportunities. But don't underestimate it, you don't have much time to party.
21 Construction Worker
If you have an education in construction, you can travel the world working. Craftsmen are always in demand worldwide and are well paid. A reputable employer will organize the correct visa for you or help you. These jobs are often used for moonlighting, don't do it! Because in some countries, you will end up in jail, be expelled from the country for a long time, and/or have to pay a hefty fine.
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