Making money while travelling is a dream come true for many people. Not everyone can survive the 9 to 5 work schedule. The dilemma is to either live your dreams or earn money forgetting about your dreams. But, nothing is as difficult as it seems. There is always a way to strike a balance between your desire to travel and earn money. With ample job opportunities these days, you just have to decide, which one suits you the best.

Travel writer/ Blogger

Travel blogging is a good option for the free-spirited, but the earning only starts after a few years of starting the blog. You need to invest a good amount of time and money to travel before your travelogue starts earning you money. In travel writing, there are several options such as food blog, fashion blog, mommy blog, and lifestyle blog. Income is generated from advertising, selling products, affiliate marketing, etc. But, all this starts after you build an audience.

Au pair

Are you a linguist? Do you like kids? Do you like meeting new people? If the answer to all these questions is yes, then becoming an au pair is a good option for you. The responsibility of an au pair is to take care of the kids and assist them in their studies. You can live with the host family in a foreign location. The salary is small, but you will get a house to live and new people and culture to interact with. Normally, the assignment is for about a year and after that you can move to another host family in another city or country.

Cruise line worker

Working in cruise line is a traveller’s dream job. This is an ideal job to make a living while you are travelling. You will travel around the world, receive free food and accommodation. A cruise ship liner provides opportunities for people with different backgrounds. No matter what position you are working, you are sure going to get all these benefits.

Wildlife/nature photographer

If you know how to capture the beauty of nature in photographs, then this job is the one for you. This profession gives you an opportunity to travel a lot and visit remote places that you haven’t travelled before in your life. But, this is not an easy job, you have to look for the right opportunity to get the best shot. The conditions could be challenging and may require a lot of physical effort on your part. You might need to hike to a good location, wait for the perfect moment and even stay fearless of the wild beasts.

International tour guide

Guiding the tourists through the city and cultural excursions is a great opportunity to meet new people and visit different places. As an international tour guide, you can go through different foreign locations and enjoy the local food and culture.

Don’t let the wanderer inside you feel lost in the small cubicle of your office. Live your life the way you want it. The jobs mentioned above are only a few options. You can find your own way depending upon your interests.