For many of us budget travelers, landing pet sitting jobs is a dream come true. After all, you can travel the world cheaply while caring for pets and maybe a few chores—what’s not to like? If you’re wondering how to start pet sitting and land quality jobs, we have good news: it’s easier than you … Read more
A dream job that allows you to travel the world? Check. Feels like a vacation? Check. And offers quality time with animals, insights into local culture, and free access to cushy accommodations? Check, check, and check. Thanks to house sitting websites like TrustedHousesitters and Rover, pet sitting allows you to stay around the world for … Read more
I’ve spent much of the past eight years traveling the world, often staying in people’s homes and caring for their pets in exchange for free accommodation. But before all that, I was born and raised in Colorado (and I happen to know Denver like the back of my hand). And when it comes to house sitting in … Read more
Are you eager to add some adventure to your life? First, use this list to find vicarious inspiration from the best adventure movies out there. I’ve gathered films and documentaries that are travel- and outdoor-themed adventures, to fit with the spirit of this blog. We’ll kick off this list with movies spanning everything from decades-old … Read more
There’s nothing like a quality vacation after working hard all year, but what if you could find a travel job and get paid to explore the world? There are loads of jobs and side hustles out there that are directly related to travel, and landing one is a lot more doable than one might think. … Read more
Once you’ve learned how to become a house sitter and landed your first long-term job, it might all seem too good to be true. After all, kicking back in cozy homes and living completely rent-free isn’t a reality many of us budget-conscious travelers thought possible. Over the years, my partner, Keri, and I have enjoyed … Read more
During my six years of on-again-off-again van life in my 2005 Chevy Astro, I’ve ventured down countless roads in search of riveting and unconventional experiences. I’ve bumped down rutted-out backcountry trails, cruised across barren deserts, navigated congested city streets, flown through miles of endless plains, and hopped aboard ferries to remote islands. I’ve slept at … Read more