Jobs around the world that come with free accommodation

Many people all over the world sit in their 9-5 jobs daydreaming of travelling places far and wide. They scroll through photos of travellers working in foreign magical lands and wish that was them. It absolutely could be you! You do not need to be made of money to travel. You could literally only have enough for a plane ticket and that’s all you need for a new beginning. A way to do this is to apply for jobs including housing. There are plenty of jobs for travel lovers out there, you just need to know where to look! Read on below to see what types of jobs with free accommodation are available throughout the world.

Jobs with Free accommodation

Become an aupair

Aupair jobs usually always involve free accommodation in exchange for work.

How to become an aupair

There are many aupair programmes avaialble. You can find aupair jobs all over the world from aupairing in Australia to becoming an aupair in Europe! Scour the web for all the sites. There are lots of families looking for help offering free room and board in exchange for help.

What does being an aupair involve?

Being an Aupair most often involves looking after children while their parents are at work. Typically, you will carry out general household chores, help the children with homework. You might also teach them a bit of language if you are from a foreign language speaking country.

The amount of work differs within each family. Some jobs may be too time-consuming leaving you with little time alone to explore while others provide you with ample time off. Check beforehand how much you will be required to work.

Aupair perks

Although the hours may seem like a lot, there are often perks such as –

• Family holidays
• Free food
• Free accommodation
• Experiencing a new country
• Free language classes

Get housesitting jobs with free accommodation

This is by far my most preferred and recommended option for free accommodation for travellers. You can even get paid housesitting jobs! House and pet sitters just simply have to look after the house and pets in exchange for free rent. Best job ever! Fancy house sitting in Sydney, Australia!? Sign up to a house sitting site right now and get applying for your dream house sit!

What does house sitting involve?

House and pet sitters just simply have to look after the house and pets in exchange for free rent. Keep the house clean as well and that’s pretty much all there is to it!

How to become a house sitter?

I strongly recommend applying to Trusted Housesitters. Here is a code for 25% off https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/refer/RAF473296/?utm_medium=refer-a-friend&utm_campaign=refer-a-friend&utm_source=copy-link. Or check out this post for other sites to apply to.

Perks of house sitting

• Free accomodation
• Entire house to yourself
• Kitchen at your disposal
• Often owners say help yourself to food
• Usually a furry friend or 2 to play with

Look for hostel jobs with free accommodation

Hostels often provide free accommodation in exchange for work. The amount varies from hostel to hostel so again, check beforehand. Sign up to Work away for a multitude of options. If you are unlikely to use Work away much, then I personally recommend just emailing hostels and asking rather than paying for Work Away.

What does being a hostel worker nvolve and how to become one?

Some hostels have workers doing a bit of everything. Some have workers only at reception or perhaps in the laundry section. If you are suited to a particular area then let them know.

Hostel job perks

• Free accommodation
• Abundance of people to meet
• Regular events
• Surrounded by many different natioanalities
• Staff available for any help issues

Grab jobs with free accommodation working on a yacht/cruise ship

Personally, this doesn’t appeal to me because there is a limited amount of alone time. I think I would crash and burn pretty quickly. However, for those who thrive at being around others and enjoy public-facing jobs then travellers looking for a job with free accommodation, this could be the perfect fit!

What does working on a yacht/cruise ship involve?

You should watch Below the Deck. Although, I’m sure parts are dramatised for effect but this shows life as a ‘yachtee’. The work onboard cruise ships and yachts can be intense with varying hours depending on the size. You may be a server, cleaner, performer, cook or you might jump between things.

How to become a yacht/cruise ship worker?

I have no personal experience with this but there are various sites advertising jobs for cruise ships and yachts. There are so many aspects to boat-related jobs that you will most likely be able to fit in somewhere. Also, they take people off all ages so experience and degrees are not necessary for every position.

Perks of yacht/cruise ship work

• You’re on a cruise ship or yacht!
• View of the sea
• Fresh sea air
• Generally good pay
• Some positions receive great tips
• Meet loads of people
• Party atmosphere
• Usually great food

Look for campsite jobs with free accommodation

Campsites may require you to have a van or tent of your own. However, sometimes jobs in campsites come with a place to stay. Even if jobs with free accommodation are not advertised, there’s no harm in emailing or phoning to enquire.

What does working in a campsite/camp involve?

Typical campsite –

involves reception work and cleaning while assisting the guests with any issues. It will be much like hostel work but out in nature instead which may be more far more preferable to many. There are many sites that are full of fun activities rather than just the basic campsite. There will be sites looking for performers and waiting staff as well as cleaners and receptionists.

Camp –

generally involves helping kids with activities such as water sports and crafts. Can be a lot of hours but also very rewarding.

How to get a job in a campsite?

Typical campsite –

Start by scouring the internet but the benefit of this type of job is that you can approach them first. So send a few emails out or make a few phone calls showing your interest.

Camp –

Again check out GoAbroad.com. Also, have a look at Camp Canada and Camp America

Perks of campsite work

• Meet many people
• Often events on
• Nature relieves stress
• Animal sightings
• Plenty of vitamin D
• Exercise
• Rewarding helping kids in camp.

Work in a ski resort

There are many seasonal Winter jobs up for grabs from chalet host staff to ski instructors. France, Austria, New Zealand, Canada and many more places have spots available for seasonal jobs in ski resorts! Because new Zealand is on the other side of the world (well it is to me), you can have seasonal ski season jobs all year long!

What does seasonal ski resort work involve?

Well obviously it depends on your role. Generally you work a typical 5 day week not necessarily with weekends off. You will definitely have time to hit the slopes though. After all, fun in the snow is the perk of these jobs! You can be many things including –

• Chalet host
• Waiting staff
• Receptionist
• Ski rep
• Snow sports instructor
• Nanny
• Chef

How to get a job in a ski resort?

The best way is to scour sites such as Jobs | Anywork Anywhere and Ski Resort Jobs Abroad | GoAbroad.com. There are seasonal ski resort jobs scattered throughout many sites so just get Googling! Want to work in Canada, why not have a look for Sunshine Village jobs. Jobs at a ski resort don’t necessarily all require experience and generally don’t require any serious qualifications so there will be something for you!

Perks of working in a ski resort

• Free accommodation
• Working in a ski resort!
• Slopes near by
• Tasty food everywhere
• Try out Winter sports
• New friends
• Bars and restaurants galore
• Ski pass discount

There is a multitude of jobs around the world with free accommodation. These 6 are just the tip of the iceberg so get looking! Have you tried any of these free accommodation options? I’d love to hear about them! I’m going to do a future collab on volunteering experiences so send me an email on my work with me page if interested!