How to Travel for Cheap and for Free

You’ve probably heard about the legendary travelers who make it their mission to travel completely free with nothing more than a small bag on their back. They live to share tales of the epic adventures they’ve taken part in, leaving no detail spared. Sometimes, you wonder how they survived their experiences, and other times, you’re envious because you want to live life to the fullest, too.

So, how do they do it? Is it really possible to travel on a shoestring budget? The answer is “Yes, if you’re willing to be creative.”

Depending on where you're traveling to and the type of lifestyle that you're used to living, you can travel for cheap or free, if you're willing to put in the effort. If you seek the right opportunities, you’ll be able to take advantage of them.

Below are some of the best ways to travel for cheap or for free.

 

Rack up those Frequent Flier Miles.

Use a rewards credit card to purchase everything. Then, pay off the balance in full each month. The point is to make your money work harder for you by allowing you to max out the Frequent Flier Miles that you can receive from credit card transactions. You can then use the miles that you’ve earned to fly for free.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Be a caretaker of a home or a pet sitter in exchange for a free place to stay.

The Caretaker Gazette is a subscription newsletter service with outstanding opportunities to housesit or pet sit around the world. You can opt to purchase a digital subscription for very little cost and look for opportunities in the state or country you want to travel to soon. Contact information regarding the caretaking position is available for all paid members to access. Sending an email expressing interest in becoming a caretaker is how you get jobs.

 

 

 

 

Drive a vehicle from Point A to Point B for the person who bought it.

There are companies that allow you to travel to different locations for free in exchange for agreeing to drive a vehicle for them. It’s typically arranged by the customer who purchased said automobile because they don’t have another way to get it themselves. Gas, food, and lodging is sometimes covered, too, making it a fun and easy way to get to your chosen destination at no cost to you.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Think Outside the Box and Explore Creative Ways to Travel for Less

Now that you’ve explored a few ways to travel for cheap or free, you’re ready to explore your options. You can make it your mission to see how long you can travel on the money you’ve saved. You can seek experiences that cost little financially but allow you to reap sizable rewards. You’ll be amazed at what you’re able to achieve when you put your mind to it.

A memorable trip doesn’t need to break the bank. It can be cost-efficient and highly beneficial for you. You can travel longer and further distances with a little advanced planning. What you gain from the experience is far greater than any luxury item you could spend your savings on buying.