Why not combine travel with work? There are many professions that allow you to travel to the 4 corners of the world. Those who travel regularly are called globetrotters or nomads. It’s never too late to try… Here’s a list of these professions in all sectors of activity.
Working in tourism abroad
Stewardess / Steward / Pilot: 100% travel-related professions. You’ll spend long hours in the air, but also in port. The ideal opportunity to rest before the next flights and discover the city. What’s more, you’ll benefit from airline advantages when traveling with your family.
Travel blogger: If you like competition, stand out: travel blogging is your destiny! To get paid for your work, you’ll need a great pen, web marketing and SEO skills. It’s a lot of hard work, but there are some very nice perks, like all-expenses-paid trips!
Working abroad in a field profession
Photographer: If you know how to take good photos, have a good eye for detail and a minimum of marketing knowledge, selling your photos could enable you to make a living from photography while traveling the world.
Journalist reporter: Seeking out information, investigating in the field, getting close to the action… the international reporter travels the world to provide readers and listeners with documented, realistic information.
Sales: finding suppliers, on-site purchasing, canvassing and finding new customers…. The range of possibilities is wide.
Working with languages
Language teacher: The first job to make it to the “top of mind” is language teacher! This is also most obvious if your mother tongue is different from that of the country you’re in. Many associations regularly recruit native teachers.
Interpreter: You’re often called upon to travel abroad to offer your services for interviews between heads of state, court testimony, meetings and conferences. You are highly mobile, which means you can go wherever your interpreting skills are needed.
Seasonal work abroad
Tour leader: Tour operators are often looking for professionals to accompany groups of holidaymakers. There’s no question of being disorganized: the guide has to stick to a precise schedule!
Vacation club leader: If you like meeting people and have good organizational skills, a vacation club leader is the job for you. Puppets, dance, camping or vacation center entertainment – it’s a varied job that can be done in many different places!
Au pair: Working as an au pair can be the most practical solution, depending on your needs. If you’re good with children and want to live with a family, this is the ideal job. You’re housed, fed and paid! You can go through an employment agency, but be aware of the age limits for this type of work.
International volunteering: This comes in many forms: European Voluntary Service, Volontariat de Solidarité Internationale, United Nations Volunteers… It’s a great experience, but it’s often just a question of compensation in return.
Cruise ship employee: Don’t you know seasickness? Do you have a good sense of service? Cruise ships employ a lot of people in the hotel, restaurant, entertainment and other sectors. Combining business with pleasure …..
What’s more, if diving is your thing, you’ll be able to find scuba diving instructor jobs in many countries.
Help a local farmer, participate in the harvest
Often for a few days or a few weeks. Farmers need manpower and can offer great opportunities, even in terms of accommodation ….Certain countries like Australia and New Zealand often offer this type of opportunity as part of the working vacation program.
Working abroad as an expatriate
If you want to work and travel for the long term, expatriation is for you. This status applies to private-sector employees working abroad. Expatriate status offers many advantages, allowing you to immerse yourself in a foreign country like a true local. If you’re a young person, you can also take part in an international voluntary service such as the European Voluntary Service, the Volontariat de Solidarité Internationale, the United Nations Volunteers…
The advantages of traveling while working
Travelling the world is a real privilege.
It’s an opportunity to discover new horizons, new cultures, new encounters, new perspectives.
– Travelling while working combines business with pleasure. Earning money by traveling is a very interesting concept. For example, if you work in a travel agency, you’re paid to travel and to make other people travel.
– Working in a pleasant environment stimulates creativity. By exploring different parts of the world, you’ll be able to do your job better.
– Traveling while working is also a great human experience. An opportunity to forge good relationships, both professionally and personally.
Many people dream of traveling while working. It’s a dream come true, as certain professions are ideally suited to this lifestyle.
If you’re interested in these opportunities, we advise you to take out travel or expatriate insurance, depending on the length of your stay, to ensure you’re fully covered!
