Traveling Guide – How To Travel When You Are Broke

One of the favorite questions that I would love to ask anyone is that what they want to do with the money they earn or save. I love this question because it gives an insight into the deepest thoughts and desires of the individual. When people see the availability of money, they imagine life without barriers or limitations. Moreover, one of the important things that everyone would like to do is to travel the world. Of course, money is an important criterion that prevents people from travelling the world because it is not possible to quit the job they do not like or lead the life that does not make them happy. However, it need not be that way.
 
The article provides information and advice about a sustaining life of constant travel. These are helpful to continue traveling even when you have no money. Even when you are flat broke, it is still possible to backup your bag and travel the world tomorrow.

1. Sell your goods

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You are about to make quick money by selling your stuff. Not only the money you make by selling your products will be helpful for you to plan your trip but also removes the unwanted items that are lying down in your home for quite a while. You can sell anything and everything right from your boots to dresses on the craigslist. Before putting your stuff for sale, it is important for you to assess the belongings. Make certain that you are not trading something that is useful or which you can use it in exchange.

2. Couch surfing

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Couch surfing is a popular way to the simplest means to sleep without paying a penny. It means you no longer require an accommodation or surfing over the Internet to find the best deal on a Hotel. Couch surfing gives you the opportunity to look for hosts who are willing to offer you free bed and breakfast. It also gives you the possibility to meet new people and make friends across the globe. However, it is vital that you take significant precautions to ensure that the host is trustworthy and staying will be safe.

3. Camping

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Nature lovers have an excellent opportunity to camp across the globe without paying any money. Quite a number of people travelled all over the world in a camper van. There are even backpackers who travel light and with a tent to camp in the wilderness or pay a small fortune to pitch their tent at a hostel. As safety is something important, you will have to consider that the place you are camping will provide you enough security.

4. House sitting

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House sitting will give you the opportunity to have a long-term travelling experience by looking after vacation homes. Expats across the globe invite long-term travelers to take care of the house in their absence. All you ought to do is locate the place and the people who are willing to let you stay free and look after their vacation home.

5. Free transportation

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Rather than spending an amount on transporting within the city, a better way is to walk for hours. You will not only discover the hidden secrets of the city but also gain exposure to the culture and the people living in the city. You will also have plenty of time to connect with the surroundings and take fabulous photos.

6. Travel hacking

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If you have credit cards, reward points, and flyer miles, you can then travel freely anywhere in the world. All you have to do is begin accumulating their reward points and fly miles, which you can redeem in the future or when you make a plan to travel across the globe.

7. Work trade

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Work trade is a particular category of employment where thousands of establishments look for travelers to work as volunteers in their hostels, farms, and retreats in exchange for free boarding and lodging.
 

8. Woofing

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If you are enthusiastic in learning about organic farming, then you should consider Woofing. It gives you the opportunity to find hosts who offer free meals, training and accommodation in exchange for hard work in farming.

9. Finding job overseas

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If you are considering your travel to be sustainable, you can look for employment abroad. You can find all the odd jobs where you can work for a minimum of six months and earn enough wages that will help you travel for the rest of the year. Finding the job depends on your skill set and your willingness to accept any job.

10. Teaching English

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Teaching English overseas is an excellent opportunity. There are companies or training institutes that are even ready to pay for your flight. You also have the possibility to negotiate for your relocation costs, housing, and a decent income on top of it. You can save a fair amount that will be helpful for you to travel comfortably.

11. Working on cruise ships

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The work on a cruise ship can become intense. However, the rewards you receive are anything but less. Apart from traveling to a new location, you also get to save money. You can even build strong relationships over a period, and receive the opportunity to travel to the most coveted destinations in the world!

12. Crowdfunding

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Although it is difficult, you can still give it a try. Finding people who are ready to fund for your traveling is quite tedious. However, if you club the traveling experience with an idea, you might find yourself lucky! Yes, there are people who found investors for their travel-around-the-world trip and even became successful. The best example is that of a barber, you travelled the world and shot a series of videos in every country. The project became successful, and the videos have over million views. Find a reason that will interest the investors. Remember! Money is an exchange of energy or an idea. Create a valuable energy that people want to support it.
 
Go! Live your dream of traveling the world like you have won a jackpot.