Traveling can be so much fun, and if we didn’t have certain restrictions, most of us would travel throughout the year. There is nothing better than traveling without having to worry about your finances. If you sort your finances before heading out, or even better, take your work along with you as you travel, you won’t have to fret about having to spend your savings on travel.
Before You Head Out
You can always prepare ahead of time to sort your finances before you head out for traveling. Planning your itinerary is important, but you need to be fully prepared for other aspects as well. These include having a bank account that works internationally so you won’t have to face any difficulty in using the money that you get while you’re traveling.
Figure out your internet, so it gets easy for you to stay connected no matter where you are. You can get a mobile package through network carriers or figure out internet facilities in the areas you will visit. Carry all your necessary gadgets and tools, including your laptop, USBs, internet devices, and backup power storage.
Another contemporary way of traveling is to work while traveling. Many people take long extended holidays, which are more like sojourns and experiences. In such cases, people prefer to continue working while they travel to make ends meet.
If you are planning to take such a step, the following are the tips to earn money on the go:
1. Freelancing
Freelancing is one of the ways through which you can secure your earnings while on the go. There are multiple platforms online where you can get projects as a freelancer. Put up a profile on online platforms based on your experience and expertise to get going.
Don’t worry about skillset as there is numerous freelance work available online, which can include social media management, content writing, accounts and consultancy, teaching, and much more. The advantage of freelance work is that you aren’t bound to a geographic location; you can work from anywhere in the world and get paid, which is the perfect way to make money while traveling.
2. Tutoring
Another way to earn money while you travel in through remote tutoring. Some parents prefer online tutoring for their kids as its more convenient and secure. If you have prior experience of teaching or you are passionate about teaching, then you can teach kids online.
This is not only for school level teaching but for universities, too, based on your education and experience. You can plan the study material ahead of time and take your class based on the schedule, even while traveling. One challenge is coordinating the timings, especially if you are traveling in a different time zone.
3. Travel Blogging
Thanks to the increased usage of digital media and the growing importance of content, you can also earn through travel blogging. A relatively recent field, travel blogging includes people traveling and documenting their experiences and showcasing them on digital media.
Several brands collaborate with travel bloggers and get paid content made. This is an excellent opportunity for people who have a passion for traveling and documenting their journey in a way that they engage people on digital media.
Creativity and photography skills are added advantage for a travel blogger. It is a must if you want to pursue travel blogging as it requires you to portray your journey on social media platforms. As a travel blogger, you can also film documentaries and share different cultures around the world.
4. Flexible Jobs
Thanks to globalization, people now work for companies’ full time as a remote employee. If your job is such that it doesn’t require your physical presence in the office, then it is perfect for making money while you are traveling. You can work from “Kenya” or “Istanbul” as long as you’re full filing your work requirements; it won’t be an issue for your employer. However, you need to make sure wherever you travel has internet facilities to keep you connected.
5. Websites and Social Media Channels
Digital marketing has expanded, and there are several domains that people can handle without having to be present at an office space. You can run monetized blogs, websites, and social media channels on platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. You can monetize your websites through
Affiliate Marketing
Affiliate marketing is an easy way to earn through your website. You can start by selecting a product and endorsing it on your platforms; once the visitor purchases an item by clicking on your website, you will get a commission on that sale. The percentage of commission varies; it can be anywhere from 30% of the product to even 70%.
PPC Advertisement
Pay per click advertisements is also another way through which you can earn through your website. If your website has high traffic, then you can earn through PPC. Google AdSense shows relevant ads to people on a website, so for example, if your website is about Carpet Cleaning stevenage, people are on your website and would be seeing relevant product ads, whenever they click an ad, you would be given money. The range varies from $0.50 to $5 per click, and people can earn hundreds if not thousands of dollars in a month, depending on the website traffic.
Incorporating Google’s AdSense
Google AdSense is another way through which you can earn from online advertisements. There are companies that look for blogs to sponsor their content; you can give your website’s space for paid ads; for example, a top banner or a side banner ad.
Sell Your Own Digital Product
If you are skilled in a certain field, you can start earning by selling your own digital product online, and this way, you won’t have to go through a third party. Not that it is easy, but a lot of people sell a product online on their own platforms. This can be anything from a book to an illustration, a photograph, a Photoshop preset, printable, an audiobook, a short course, etc. depending upon your expertise.
In order to effectively reach your potential customers, you need to determine which communication channels they use the most. For example, if your target market is composed of millennials, you should know that they spend an average of 4 hours on their phone every day. Moreover, you can use a business SMS service to establish immediate connections with them. This type of service enables you to schedule your text messages for optimal delivery times, and you can also segment your contact list into groups to maximize relevance and engagement.
Sponsored Posts
On platforms like Instagram, you can collaborate with several brands and post sponsored content, which is a great way to earn while you travel. You can post engaging content online while incorporating the use of a particular product for your audience.
Takeaway
Have you been delaying your trip because you don’t have enough money? With the 5 tips mentioned above, you don’t have to worry anymore! Take your work with you when you travel. These work options are flexible enough to be a challenge for you to manage while enjoying your downtime.
There are no excuses now, pack your bags, and get going!