As Australia opens its borders and welcomes tourists once again, you might be planning on taking a trip Down Under. What you might not have considered, is how much money it could cost if you want to travel around the whole country. If you want the full Antipodean experience, you’ll need at least $9,000.
But, if you’re feeling the pinch, or you want to get an authentic experience and mix with the locals – as well as earn some much-needed cash, then you should look for ways to make money whilst travelling around.
Wwoofing
‘Wwoofing’ or World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms is a global movement that started in the 1970s. Simply choose a host and start working with organic farmers alongside like-minded people.
Online trading
If you’re not a fan of manual labour, then becoming a forex trader is a great way to earn some extra money. Online trading can be done on your smartphone making it ideal for travelling.
The forex market is open 24 hours a day, making it ideal when moving around Australia. And because you don’t need large amounts of capital to get started it’s one of the easiest ways to make money. But, a word of caution, whilst there are plenty of rewards, trading isn’t without its risks, so it’s always wise to speak with an expert before you start.
Take up blogging
Travel blogs and vlogs can net some serious capital. If you’re serious about writing and enjoy sharing your tips and tricks for travel you can start earning. Whilst it’s a competitive market if you find a niche, you can soon build up a following.
There are several ways to make money as a blogger, including advertising on your site, affiliate sales and marketing, creating products like e-guidebooks, and if have a big enough following, you might start getting commercial sponsorship deals.
Work in hospitality
Hospitality and tourism is a massive industry in Australia and generates around $94 billion in spending and accounts for 0.5 million jobs. Even if you don’t have any experience, you can usually pick up jobs working in cafes, restaurants and even hotels and hostels.
You may be fortunate enough to find a job that offers staff accommodation or living expenses so you can save a bit more too.
Dog walker
It’s estimated that almost 50 per cent of Australian households own at least one dog, and with more and more people heading back into offices, starting a dog walking business could be a lucrative move.
And if you move to another city or state on your travels, you can ask your clients for reviews so you can show prospective customers.
