If you’re tired of your 9 to 5 job and want to quit, because you want to enjoy and travel the world with your partner, then it’s not as difficult as you might think.
If you are worried about expenses, then take it easy.
Many countries, mostly whose economy is based on tourism like Italy, Portugal & Greece offer job opportunities for couples, and hospitality jobs are on the top of this list like workamping, hotel clerks, house sitting, etc.
The best part is, you’ll get paid to explore the world, and you might even get free accommodation, meal,s and other benefits in exchange for work.
11 Traveling Jobs for Married Couples No Experience Required:
These traveling jobs are best that will allow you people to work together while traveling, without any requirement of prior experience or specific skills.
1. Workamping:
Job Duties: A workamper’s job isn’t a very lavish one, and since it doesn’t require any prior experience or special skills, it can be considered somewhat acceptable.
A workamper’s responsibilities include various tasks such as receiving guests, maintaining cleanliness, collecting and disposing of trash, campground hosting, keeping an eye on security, monitoring suspicious activities, handling guest reservations etc.
This job could be a great option for couples if they love working together and can live in campgrounds.
Salary: The hourly wages of Workamping start from $11 to $35. Some jobs also include additional benefits like free utilities and hookups for your RV.
The best countries for workamping jobs are:
- United States
- Canada
- New Zealand
- Argentina
Also Read: How to Become a Digital Nomad: Earn While Traveling
2. House Sitting:
Job Duties: As a house sitter, your job is to take care of the house when the owner is away. This includes keeping the house clean, watering the plants, pet care, making sure lights are not left on unnecessarily, answering phone calls, and ensuring the security of the home.
Salary: The hourly wage of house sitting job starts from $11 to $22. However, this is also possible that you get only free accommodation and meals.
The best countries for workamping jobs are:
- France
- Spain
- Netherlands
- United States (Los Angeles, New York)
3. Cruise Ship Jobs:
Job Duties: The different roles of cruise ship workers include cleaning the guest cabin and public areas, serving drinks and cooking meals for people on board, providing spa treatments and to organize activities, etc. These roles allow couples to work together while traveling to various destinations.
Salary: The pay of cruise ship workers starts from $1,500 to $3,000 per month and depends on the role and the luxury level of the cruise. Free accommodation and meals can also be provided.
The best countries for cruise ship jobs are:
- United Kingdom
- Bahamas
- Singapore
- Greece
4. Fruit Picking (Grape Picking):
Job Duties: This involves manual labor such as picking fruits in orchards or vineyards. It is a seasonal job that is perfect for couples who enjoy physical work and the outdoors.
Salary: Per-hour wage of fruit picking workers starts from $15 to $18.
The best countries for fruit-picking jobs are:
- Ghana
- France
- New Zealand
- Italy
5. Ski Chalet Hosts:
Job Duties: Ski Chalet hosts play an important role in the pleasant stay of guests at a ski resort. They perform tasks such as guest reception, inventory management, transportation coordination and maintaining the cleaning of chalet. In smaller chalets, couples might be responsible for handling the entire lodge.
Salary: Their salary starts from $390 to $500 monthly, maybe with free accommodation, meals, and possibly ski passes.
The best countries for Ski Chalet Hosts are:
- France
- Switzerland
- Austria
- Spain
6. Teaching English Abroad:
Job Duties: Couples can teach English as a foreign language to students where English is not a native language and can earn a handsome income. But in some countries, the TEFL certificate may be required for teaching. Entry level positions are also available without experience.
Salary: English Tutor salary starts from $570 to $2,200 per month.
The best countries for teaching English abroad are:
- Japan
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- China
- Thailand
7. Tour Guide:
Job Duties: If you’re captivated by a certain place, or its culture or history, then you can become a qualified tour guide and lead trips for tourists. It could be a historical tour, an adventure tour, or even an eco-tour. You can observe the growth of your skills and expertise in your job, and this can lead you to earn higher wages.
Salary: Tour guide jobs salary is around $20 to $30 per hour.
Best countries for these jobs:
- UK
- Greece
- Italy
- Turkey
- Japan
- Thailand
8. Au Pair/Nanny Jobs:
Job Duties: Au pairs or live-in nannies take care of children and assist in household duties which may include tasks such as preparing food for children, helping students in doing their homework, and taking the kids to and from school or activities. Couples can work together to provide better child care.
Salary: The salary for au pairs differs country-wise but typically starts from $195 to $200 per week. The job usually provides free accommodation and meals, which helps couples to save money while living abroad.
Best Countries for Au pair jobs are:
- US
- UK
- Sweden
- Spain
- Italy
Also Read: Traveling Jobs With Per Diem No Experience in 2024
9. Volunteering with NGOs:
Job Duties: Volunteering roles can vary greatly, from teaching and community development to conservation projects. NGOs often look for couples who can commit time to help with their projects in exchange for food and accommodation. While these roles may not be paid, they provide meaningful experiences and the opportunity to travel.
Salary: These roles are generally unpaid, but free accommodation, meals, and sometimes transportation are provided.
Best countries for Volunteering with NGOs:
- India
- Kenya
- Nepal
- Thailand
- Brazil
10. Work Exchange Programs:
Job Duties: Work exchange programs include tasks such as farming, gardening, teaching, or helping in hostel management. Websites like Workaway or WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) connect travelers with hosts who need help with various tasks. In exchange, couples receive free accommodation and meals.
Salary: No direct salary, but accommodation and meals are covered. This job can help you to provide free accommodation while traveling.
Best countries for Work Exchange Programs:
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Portugal
- France
11. Travel Blogging & Vlogging:
You can start a travel blog or create a YouTube Channel to share your travel stories and experiences. If you create helpful content then you will grow very fast.
Many travelers fulfill their traveling expenses through travel blogging or vlogging. You have to upload content consistently. If you are consistent then you can generate a handsome passive income.
People love couple traveling videos.
Record the good quality video, do some edits, and then upload on YouTube at the same time daily.
Or write your travel story and upload it on your website including high-quality images or on other blog posting platforms like medium.com and quora.com.
Job Boards & Websites:
You can find these jobs on Indeed and directly contact hotels or other companies through their website to check the job postings.
There is another website Working Couples that offers traveling jobs for couples especially.
Another way to get jobs is networking. Create a well-optimized profile on LinkedIn and other social platforms like Facebook, and Instagram.
Join the travel groups on Facebook and Reddit, this can help you to find jobs.
I conclude that: For traveling, you first need to be passionate. I must say that if you want to travel the world, you can do so without spending too much by taking on the travel jobs mentioned above. These jobs may not be luxurious, but they can greatly help to reduce your travel budget.
