Jobs Abroad and Work Abroad Opportunities
A Guide to All 13 of The Working Holiday Visas for Canadians
Oh, hey, Canadian friends! I haven't forgotten about you all, but I had to help my fellow Americans with their Working Holiday Visas first. Luckily, for you guys, you have quite a few more opportunities than we do. I'm only slightly jealous... There are 13 different...
11 Travel Jobs That Helped Me Stay On The Road
I sat down at my desk today to get some work done on the blog. Nothing was super pressing and I wasn't sure what to work on—so naturally, I procrastinated. I tweaked something on my website's homepage and was checking it over. It made me think about all the jobs I've...
What’s It Like Living and Working in Canada?
The following live and work in Canada article is a guest post by Aimee Hands up who wants to earn money whilst you travel? No, I’m not talking about becoming a digital nomad (but, that’s pretty awesome too). I’m talking about getting a working holiday visa and working...
Work & Travel New Zealand: Get a Working Holiday Visa for New Zealand
The following work and travel New Zealand article is a guest post by Garrett Galvan Taking advantage of a working holiday opens up a range of opportunities in countries all over the world. You're able to fully immerse yourself in a new culture, have fun, make...
Can You Teach English Online/Abroad Without a Degree?
For years, I've had people asking me if you can still teach English abroad without a degree. When I started teaching online, I still got the same question... Can I teach English online without a degree?! It was the one thing holding some people back. They knew...
Working Holiday Visas for UK Citizens & Work Abroad Opportunities
It's becoming easier and easier to travel the world, but for many, a 1 or 2 week holiday is simply not enough time to see all the sights and cultures that other countries offer. Thankfully, there are many options that allow for Brits to live and work overseas—After...
How to Become a Ski Instructor Almost Anywhere in the World
The following article on how to become a ski instructor is a guest post by Erin Growing up in Australia, let alone in a small coastal town gives people a lot of confusion when I tell them I was a ski instructor. I almost always have to clarify it was snow skiing, not...
How To Get Seasonal National Park Jobs in the USA
The following article on seasonal national park jobs is a guest post by Megan Johnson The road is dry and dusty. We’re bumping along with cliffs on both sides on our way to Capitol Reef National Park and I think to myself I live here! The warm water...
Everything You Need to Know About Teaching English in Prague, Czech Republic
The following article on teaching English in Prague is a guest post by Katie In spring 2014, my husband Geoff and I were running out of money. We’d left Canada in 2013 to travel for as long as our bank accounts would let us, but after spending 7 months...
19 of The Best Countries to Teach English Abroad: Salary vs Cost of Living
Teaching English abroad changed my life. Seriously, it did. It wasn't the kids; it wasn't some magical revelation; it wasn't even the easy access to incredible Thai food (I taught in Thailand!). It changed my life because it was an amazing opportunity that led...
How to Be a Scuba Diving Instructor Abroad
The following article on how to be a scuba diving instructor is a guest post by Mo. “When are you getting a real job?” is a question I get asked just about every time I get on the phone with my dad. I have been working as a scuba diving instructor in the Pacific...
How to Be a Travel Nanny and Work as You Travel
The following article on how to be a travel nanny is a guest post by Felicity. “Oh, you’re back already”. I quickly jumped up from the sun chair I had been lounging on and wrapped my bikini body up with a towel when I saw them walk through the door. “Sorry, these...
How NOT to Get Screwed Over While Choosing the Best Online TEFL Course
I paid over $1000 for an online TEFL course. Yes. You read that right. No. You don't need your eyes checked. Over one thousand dollars. And in the end, I not only paid way too much, but I almost got totally screwed out of my accredited certificate too! Fortunately, I...
17+ Seasonal & Temp Jobs That Could Get You Abroad Faster
You're almost there. Your fingertips are about to click "purchase" but you just can't yet, you need just a bit longer until you've saved enough money... That plane ticket is yours in just a few more months... You swear by it. The Itch. It's always there, sometimes...
How to Be an Au Pair in Spain + Tips for Getting a Job
This article on being an au pair in Spain is a guest post from Suzie Kelsey. One of the most daunting moments of my life was when, at 16, I was left alone with this tiny kid throwing a tantrum in a public space. He was screaming, banging his fists on a window,...
Guide to Becoming a Yacht Stewardess Working on Superyachts
This working on superyachts guide is a guest post by Carryn. Working on superyachts seems glamorous, right? Your office overlooks crystal clear waters and your job involves stepping into the life of the rich and famous. Not to mention, you get paid a fortune whilst...
How to Teach English in Spain
This Teaching English in Spain article is a guest post by Jamie. If you’ve ever wanted to spend a year traveling around Europe, learning a new language, and having the experience of a lifetime, teaching English in Spain is a great, easy way to do it. Over the...
Teaching English in China: How to Get ESL Jobs in China
This teaching English in China article is a guest post by Chris. It was my first day as an actual teacher, teaching English in Hangzhou, China. I was very nervous. In just a few hours I was going to be stood up in front of over 40 students, with all their eyes...
71+ Ways to Travel & Make Money—A Badass List of PAID Work Abroad
ATTENTION FRIENDS! Who wants paid work abroad? Literally, every job abroad opportunity out there, in this big bad world of ours, is listed right here. I don't think there's a bigger list out on the internet. I've been working abroad and remotely for seven years now...
How to Live and Work in Australia as an American Expat
I saw something large and black move out of the corner of my eye. When I whipped my head around to see what it was, it was at that moment, I immediately regretted my choice of moving to Australia. THIS is what I was afraid of! Why did I come here! TAKE ME HOME! A...
How I Started Traveling—Three Jobs, Two Years, One Dream
Click, Click... Confirmed. Holy sh*t... I just bought a one-way ticket to a continent I've never been to. Alone... What have I done?! Is this real? Am I really moving to Thailand? Did I just make the stupidest mistake of my life? Am I ready for a new way of life?...
How to Get a Job in Australia & Save a Sh*t Ton of Money
I was making my third follow up and my palms were a bit sweaty. I desperately wanted this to be THE call that helped me land this job I wanted. They paid damn well and it was a chill spot. Everything was perfect! And then, everything fell into place EXACTLY the way I...
How to Work Abroad in Australia (Without Experience)
Would you fly halfway around the world just to work abroad in Australia? I did, and thousands of others do too! Why? People flock to the Land Down Under in hopes of scoring a job and making a pretty penny. Australia is known for savage wildlife, kangaroos, sexy...
How To Boost Your Travel Savings: The Best Side Jobs For Saving Money!
Who needs a few extra zeroes added to their travel savings account? *cue everyone's hands going up* There isn't a soul on Earth who wouldn't want more money in the bank to travel the world more. The tricky part is figuring out exactly how to make more money. You...
How You Can Work Abroad Without Experience So You Can Travel Longer
Sipping coconuts on the beach, blow-up unicorns dancing in the ocean, laptop pictures by the beach, a flowing dress wandering through a myriad of colorful buildings... What other stereotypical pics can we think of for those living it up with the jet-set lifestyle?...
An American Working in Australia and Living for Under $750 USD ($1000AUD) / Month
Bare necessities, those simple bare necessities! It's really all you need at the end of the day, right? Society, life, cravings, and all that jazz make you want more and more, though. Nothing is ever enough. We always want more! Well, 2016 was the year of saying NO to...
How I Saved Over $17k USD in 10 Months Living in Australia
I saved money living in Australia—over $30,000 AUD in less than a year! (Over $17k USD) Say wwwhhhhaaattttt? Yep, you read that right my friend. Pretty good, huh? That's cash money in the bank. Bills paid, fridge full, and no debts in Australia. But how? Did I FINALLY...
Working and Living in Melbourne, Australia as an American Expat
Melbourne, Australia has been voted as the most livable city for six years running now. No wonder I chose to live in Melbourne. Not a bad place to call home, right? I didn't think so either! I've longed to live in Australia for ages now, but I never really knew which...
Working Holiday Visas for Americans and Other Ways to Work Abroad (That Nobody Talks About)
Why don’t Americans travel more? It’s a question we’ve seen a thousand times. People are wondering why one of the strongest nations on earth, with the people who have the most opportunity, and a strong currency, don’t travel. I used to be one of those people and I...
I Tried to Live The American Dream and Failed
The American Dream is sought after by so many, but it’s just simply not for everyone. I’m fortunate enough to have The United States as my home country, but there’s certainly some ideals that I just don’t resonate with. One of those things is the mold that society has...