VolunteerVolunteering to help others either in a foreign country or right here at home
is an excellent way to travel while making a difference in the world. Volunteer opportunities usually require that you pay for the transportation to and from the work site, but accommodations and meals are usually free.
Learn
Whether you are taking the time to learn a little something or using the
knowledge you’ve built up over years of education, studying can get you free travel. Take advantage of one of these ideas below just by using your brain.
Free Accomodations
Sometimes finding a place to stay is the most expensive part of travel. From
crashing on a stranger’s couch to writing about a resort, the suggestions below will help you find a way to stay for free.
Ask for freebies
Sometimes getting something is as simple as asking for it.
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For those who love to travel, finding a way to do so on someone else’s dime
can make all the difference between staying at home and embracing the joy of exploration. Many of the suggestions below require that you give something in return, be it your time or a reciprocated place on your couch, but at least you don’t have to pay your own way. While it’s true you may not be getting something for nothing, at least you can take that vacation without breaking the bank. Work
If you need a job and love to travel, there are ways to do both. Most of
these ideas provide free transportation and either free or low-cost living accommodations. Keep in mind that these are jobs, so you will need to apply, get hired, and do the work once you’ve landed the position.
Win
While there is no guarantee you will be able to actually take a vacation this
way, it’s worth a try to see if you can win something. Take these suggestions if you feel lucky.
Free Transportation
Along with accommodation expenses, transportation is the other big ticket
item while traveling. Find a way to travel for free and you are half way to a vacation paid by someone else. Here are some thoughts on how to get your transportation for free.
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Fun Stuff
While these ideas may not pay for your vacation, they will certainly help
fund some of the extras that need to be taken into consideration when planning
travel. From food to toiletries, find ways to get free stuff to take with you on
vacation.
fund some of the extras that need to be taken into consideration when planning
travel. From food to toiletries, find ways to get free stuff to take with you on
vacation.
- Free sunscreen. No matter where you plan to vacation, you will need
sunscreen. Simply fill out this
survey and receive a free tube of SPF 30 sunscreen. - $50 at a restaurant. Complete a
survey and get a gift card for one of many restaurants or a Visa
gift card spendable anywhere. Your information will be shared with their
marketing partner corporations, so you will likely get a ton of marketing
material. - Get free TV show tickets. If you will be in the Los Angeles area, you
can get free tickets to many TV and game show
tapings. Just select the show you are interested in seeing, click Order
Tickets, then print your ticket and bring it with you. You must be 18 or
older and they suggest you arrive early. - Random free stuff. Visit That Freebie Site for a listing of
lots of free stuff. Click on the Travel & Vacation link for freebies
specifically related to travel. Don’t forget to browse around for other free
things to take with you on your travels such as toiletries or
clothing.