Have you ever thought about volunteering as a family… well we are a family, who slow travel the world while participating in work exchange programs. And our guide explains it ALL!
We are a full-time travel family, that have been on the road now for YEARS! During this time we have used various work exchange platforms, across multiple countries. Work exchange programs are an awesome way to travel, as you get to live with a host family, work a few hours a day in whatever capacity is needed, and in exchange they provide you with accommodation and sometimes meals.
Below we introduce you to four of our favourite work exchange websites. We explain the ins and outs, pros and cons, the costs, as well the difference between work exchange platforms and voluntourism. This post lays it all out, start to finish… from narrowing down which website to use, through to how to choose a host.
So for those of you who are interested in finding out more… then this is your guide. Through our experiences and storytelling, we share what to expect, and how to find some of the best work exchange opportunities in the world.
If you’re interested in a more grass roots or community based form of travel… then this post is definitely worth your time!
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What is Work Exchange?
In a nutshell, work exchange is when travellers, take an opportunity offered by a host, to work or volunteer in exchange for a bed, and in some cases also meals. The work is generally 15 – 20 hours per week. Thus leaving you the rest of your time to explore and travel the local area.
We predominantly use the sites WorkAway, HelpX, WWOOF and TrustedHousesitters. But there are more out there. Below we explain our experiences with each of these four platforms.
(We are currently writing a dedicated post which compares a wide selection of online work exchange platforms).
Also Read: Our Guide to Full-Time World Travel
Work Exchange, Charity Work & Voluntourism
As mentioned, there are numerous types of work exchange and volunteer platforms and websites online.
Navigating your way through these might be confusing at first glance. But don’t worry, if you’re a newbie, because next up we explain the basics of some of the platforms that you’ll find online. With each you’ll find subtle differences. As such, we feel it’s important for us to highlight how they differ, and also why we have chosen the platforms we have.
Below we also explain the difference between three categories – Work Exchange Websites; Charity Based Organisations; and also Voluntourism.
Work Exchange Websites
In the literal sense of the term – a work exchange is an exchange of work for accommodation.
As we mentioned above, we use HelpX, Workaway, TrustedHousesitters and WWOOF.
All but HelpX, have an annual subscription but that is the only associated cost. All four platforms are easy to navigate and great for travellers looking for 1 week to 2+ month placements. The placements are available worldwide and can be really diverse in terms of the work.
What we love about each database, is that we can adjust the search filters right down to what we need. From here we have the freedom to make contact with individual hosts.
WWOOF – Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms
WWOOF provides work exchanges on permaculture or organic farms. Great for sustainably minded travellers like ourselves. However signing up gets complicated as there isn’t one single platform. It goes like this – there are the national WWOOF organisations and the WWOOF Independents.
The national WWOOF organisations are the countries who are self-organised entities, with a local specific website and registration process. For example, if your destination is New Zealand then because they are a national WWOOF organisation, you register and pay via their website. That means you need to know your destinations ahead of time, and there are some 30+ countries who fall in this category.
Alternatively, there are 99 countries who are part of the WWOOF Independents. These countries list volunteer vacancies on the one WWOOF Independents platform.
Check the WWOOF Destinations page here for a full list with links to all countries, those who are a part of WWOOF Independents, and those who run a national WWOOF organisation.
💰 Annual Membership Fees: WWOOF Independents – single is 25€ per year; joint is 40€ per year.
Workaway.info
Workaway is currently our main source of work exchanges. They have a fab website, that has search filters for categories such as – Sustainable, NGO, School, Animal Welfare and much more.
We have found Workaway great worldwide. They seem to have wide spread database with a very large number of opportunities.
💰 Annual Membership Fees: Single is $49 USD per year; Couples is $59 USD per year.
Helpx
Help Exchange has a slightly clunkier platform, but has a free version. So this suits our travel budget perfectly!
We found HelpX works very very well in Australia and New Zealand, with a very large database of work opportunities. But also beyond, we found a super job in Morocco, but haven’t found as much success in the Americas.
💰 Membership Fees: Basic is free; Premium is €20 for two years.
Trustedhousesitters
TrustedHousesitters operates differently in that you register to house-sit or pet-sit. In which case you live in a hosts home while they are on vacation.
This has been great for finding housesitting work in Australia, Dubai, Europe and more. A few jobs presented themselves in Morocco, but not a huge selection. Sadly, not a lot in Mexico and Central America, but their database does appear to be growing.
💰 Annual Membership Fees: Basic is $129 USD; Standard is $199 USD; Premium is $259 USD.
NOTE: Some other sites you may wish to check out are Worldpackers or Hippohelp.
✨ If you join through our TrustedHousesitters link you’ll get 25% off the joining fee. And with our Workaway link you’ll get an extra month on your annual subscription. With both we also get a couple of extra months added to our annual registration. So win-win ☺️
Charity Based Organisations
Moving on, another type of volunteer opportunity is the charity based kind, where you work directly with charity groups or NGOs. These positions are generally advertised by the groups direct, therefore you may need to do a bit more research to find the position or opportunity you are looking for.
They can also be rather specific when it comes to the skill sets they require, with lengthier application processes, but on the flip-side they have longer stays.
Charity based volunteer programs tend to come with a cost, as a lot of the organisations are Not for Profit Organisations. So the cost to you, is to cover your individual expenses.
Before we had kids, Sharon visited and worked in a handful of charity based organisations. One was in the School of St Jude Arusha, Tanzania. This incredible school was founded by an Australian woman, who with the help of individual sponsorships is bringing “free, quality education to children living in poverty.” Finding a volunteers position within this school requires a thorough application process. But for sure, in terms of transparency they run a very ethical and effective model.
What is Voluntourism
Another charity based experience she participated in, was in Calcutta, India. Along with a number of other volunteers, she worked a couple of hours each day helping children who were living at the train station. Unfortunately, the authenticity of this experience was under par. The reality was, along with more than 20 other volunteers, she paid a lot of money to stay with a family, who appeared to pocket and profit from their host status.
This brings me to the term Voluntourism or volunteer tourism.
Due to an increasing popularity of Voluntourism, there are some organisations taking advantage of what has become a multi-billion dollar industry. In essence, what happens is tourists pay for a volunteer experience. However, the money generated doesn’t reach the communities they are set up to support. Or if they are, not to the extent they should.
In addition to this, the voluntourism market in relation to animal welfare programs is increasing. We have seen examples of this around turtle sanctuaries in Mexico (post coming soon).
Not all comply to standards that you might expect, which could be for numerous reasons. Some hosts might have their hearts in the right place, but without the finances to execute their project well. While others are in it, first and foremost for the money.
Therefore, we would suggest travellers do a very detailed investigation into the programs that they are considering. If you want to know more about the good and bad of voluntourism, read this article by World Vision.
👀 I thoroughly recommend you watch the documentary The Last Tourist. This film highlights issues around voluntourism, and so many more hard hitting and related topics.
Websites for Charity Based Volunteer Programs
If you are interested in looking further into charity based volunteer programs then we’ll share two platforms for you to check out. Obviously we urge you to really do your research with any hosts listed on these sights. Ask lots of questions before jumping in, and have no shame in doing so!
The first, International Volunteer HQ is one site you may find beneficial. They have accumulated a great database of charity organisations in over 50 countries.
Another website to check out is Volunteer World, who provide similar opportunities with a robust, easy to navigate platform.
Getting Started with Work Exchange Programs
At this point in time, we prefer to use work exchange platforms rather than charity based organisations. Therefore the remainder of our post is based around this and our experiences.
It’s important to clarify we have no issues with charity based volunteer work. Providing of course that the organisation is not set up as a money generating enterprise, and benefits those it claims to support. And for those who do undertake this work, we have nothing but praise.
However, up till now we have stayed away from these projects, as we feel this is something that deserves more time and commitment than what we can offer.
Right now, we use the four platforms we do because we can contact the hosts ahead of time. This allows us to get an idea of the work requirements and to figure out any challenges such as Wifi, having the kids, or transport. But another main reason for us, is that aside from the small registration fee, no money need exchange hands with the hosts.
Signing Up & Registration
With most sites you will need to sign up as a member. This normally includes a sign-up fee or annual subscription. See the prices above of the four work exchange platforms that we use.
You’ll soon see that the registration fees are minimal. Put this way, if you were to take a one week placement, the money saved in accommodation and food easily covers the membership fee.
Setting Up a Profile
You will also need to generate your profile, which sites such as Workaway, need to review and approve. We highly recommend that you put effort and time into creating a strong profile. Treat this as you would a CV. If you make a really positive first impression with the host, you will have job approvals pouring in. See our Workaway profile for inspiration.
Then once the formalities are out of the way, you’ll be given full access to their website. And from here you just need to decide your destination, before you begin the search for the perfect host.
Finding a Host
The sites are all user friendly and reasonably easy to navigate. You simply need to input where you wish to go and with a CLICK… the opportunities are there.
From here, be sure to make the most of the platform search tools and narrow down the list of hosts. This can be as broad as an entire country if you’re flexible, or more region specific if needed.
Narrow your search even further if you’re wanting a specific work experience, or if you have certain requirements from your host. Consider filters such as the type of work, traveling with pets, accepts digital nomads, smoking/non smoking and so on.
Because we travel as a family we always set this in our filters. Though mostly we are fairly open minded when it comes to the type of work, so generally leave this open.
From these lists you can then start to click through host profiles. These give you a fairly good overview of who they are, the location, work expectations, hours required, the accommodation they provide, meals if included and so on. At this point we start saving hosts to our favourites, to return to when we’re ready.
There will also be a contact link, whereby you can reach out to possible hosts to let them know who you are, why you’d love to work for them and the dates you’d be available.
Finalising a Placement
Once your initial contact has been replied to by the host, you can either continue the dialog via the platform or exchange contacts. Then if all goes well for both parties, final details are arranged for your work exchange holiday.
Note: Not all hosts are active on their profiles. Some may not reply and others may take some time before getting back to you. We generally start with a mid size list of possible hosts, contact our top 5 and work from there.
What to Expect on a Work Exchange
The work itself can cover a very wide range of activities. Some of the sites are more specific such as WWOOF or TrustedHousesitters. However, others are open to a large amount of services.
These can range from farm work, building, general labouring, hostel work, teaching, language exchange, cleaning, reception work… the options are literally endless. And let me emphasise that no two jobs or experiences are ever the same.
Working Hours
Most work exchanges require you to work around 3 – 5 hours a day, 5 days a week. Generally, those who provide meals are looking for 4 – 5 hours of work per day. Whereas those who don’t provide food ask only 3 – 4 hours. You may also find some hosts will include food, but ask for a small fee.
Daily working hours also differ between hosts and may well also depend on the country and the time of year. For example, in Morocco we generally worked 1 – 2 hours in the morning. Then another 1 – 2 hours in the late afternoon due to the summer heat.
Some hosts can be flexible as to when and how the hours are accumulated. For example, if you’re expected to work a 15 hour week, you may wish to do this over 3 days, rather than spaced out over 5 days. But this is all agreed directly between you and the host. We recommend you discuss and confirm this from the beginning.
Then the rest of your time is at your disposal, to explore and enjoy as you like. Many hosts provide an awesome insight into what there is to see and do locally. Most of which tends to be off the tourist trail.
Accommodation
As you can imagine, accommodation can vary greatly from place to place, and host to host. Some larger full time hosts that rely on a constant flow of volunteers, may provide dorms. These can be similar to hostel style bunk and private rooms. Others may provide you a room within their home, a tent, or for those traveling in campers somewhere to park up.
So far, our wee family have stayed in a yurt, a caravan and a room in a mud brick house. We have also stayed in an old bush hut, treatment rooms within an ex-rehab centre, and a shared bunk room in a hostel.
Cooking Facilities
Again, you can expect these to vary!
Some of the possibilities you might find is that you have your own small kitchen, or volunteer shared kitchen. You may also sometimes be given the use of the hosts kitchen.
From our experience, cooking facilities are simple with a two hob cooker and fridge. Then a pot or two, pan, wooden or mixing spoon, and basic crockery and cutlery.
Trust me when I say, it’s enough for you to get by. It never ceases to amaze, what one can actually produce from a two burner gas hob. We love cooking and have found an inner ability at resourcefulness, when it comes to creativity in a basic kitchen. A cookbook may soon be on the cards!
Bathroom Facilities
Yep, this point definitely needs a mention and as you may have guessed they too vary… massively actually! If you’re lucky it’s a standard bathroom with a hot water shower and toilet.
However, a lot of the more remote locations will generally be some kind of outdoor toilet. Either a long drop, dry toilet, composting system or open whole in the ground. Also showers can be outside, with a lot that we have experienced being cold water only.
Let us share some of our special bathroom stories below.
💩 Our Bathroom Experiences
In Spain we had an outdoor open hole with a small privacy screen. This got covered up once filled with poo, with a small tree planted in its place. Then a new hole was dug, and the cycle continued.
In Mexico we were given a family 20 litre bucket. Yes we sat and did our business on a bucket. This was emptied upon each use into a communal collection point and covered with compost. Your morning duties were then followed by a quick shower, as the hosts had a no-toilet-paper policy. A refreshing start to your day if you’re a regular early morning shitter.
Our Australia outback experience involved a bucket also. No luxury of compost in that one though. Just a stinking, poo filled, bucket to hover over.
In Morocco we had an inside squat toilet, with a wall mounted facet and bucket that was used for both flushing and showering.
When staying in the yurt in Spain we had an outdoor dry toilet. The yurt had an indoor shower however, due to the resident Andalusian funnel web spider who had made this his home. We used the outdoor solar shower every other day, with a quick bucket and towel wash in between.
As with all, it pays to keep an open mind and immerse yourself into other people’s way of life. All of our experiences have been unique. None have been to a point that we couldn’t adapt and all will be something we remember and talk about as a family, for the rest of our lives.
Work Exchange as a Family
As mentioned we have been using various sites for multiple years. And have so far taken around 8 – 10 work exchange placements.
Our experiences have varied hugely. For example, in Australia we have worked on a remote cattle ranch, and helped out with room cleaning in a hostel. In Spain we have done house and pet sitting, and worked on several organic permaculture properties. We have also worked on a date plantation on the edge of the Sahara in Morocco. On our latest adventure we spent 5 weeks on a lifestyle property in Mexico.
The work and hours on most were flexible. On some Sharon and I would do the hours together. Or in some instances I was able to do a little more work, allowing Sharon time to write and spend time with the girls.
With all placements our daughters could get involved if they wished. Or they would use the time to do their online studies. Or spend time exploring and having fun. In longer term stays we have also enrolled the kids into a local school. Which then allows us to spend that time working, and the afternoons free to explore.
However, placements for families are a little more limited. So, you do need to spend your time filtering down your options and following up on hosts.
World Schooling Opportunities
Over the last several years of full-time travel, we have incorporated various forms of schooling with our two girls. Initially we traveled with a great set of books covering the major subjects. But after time we found an online program that we felt worked best for us.
But in terms of schooling while we are volunteering as a family… well there is no predicting how it goes. It’s relevant to note, that particularly during a work exchange, we don’t have a set structure with both the book and online systems that we use. The girls education simply needs to fit in and around our current context and environment.
And the contextual based learning that unfolds in these environments is incredible to see. We are strong advocates for interest and environment led learning. As such, in Morocco, Mexico, Australia & Spain we have seen our girls thrive in the work exchange environments we have found ourselves in. From exposure to new things, interactions with new people, and diving deep into new context based interests, we have seen them flourish.
Of course, education related concerns are very normal if you are considering taking the plunge into world travel with your kids. If you have reservations, don’t hesitate to reach out to Sharon. She’s a qualified teacher with years of experience, study and research up her sleeve. Otherwise read our guide on full-time travel, as we delve deeper into the education side of things.
Pros or Positives of Work Exchange
The benefits are endless! Below we highlight a number of positives we have found through our travel, volunteer and work exchange experiences.
Connecting with People
As mentioned we are currently a full time travel family, with an emphasis on slow travel. We are constantly looking for opportunities to meet, interact and spend quality time with local people, families and communities, which these platforms are great for. And have so far provided us with some lifelong friends.
Connections to people and community is very powerful. Often when we think back to our past work exchange experiences, it is the people that have left such profound memories.
Learning New Skills
You also have the chance to explore and learn new skills. As mentioned the work opportunities are so very varied, so it’s up to you to choose what interests you.
I for one, never knew how to make mud bricks, or how to plaster a mud house in Morocco. Nor had our kids been on a working farm, until they went to stay on a cattle ranch in outback Australia.
We have learnt about fermentation, olive tree pruning and pomegranate picking. But also we have learnt skills of resilience, resourcefulness, acceptance, patience and so much more. Not forgetting that we have become experts in sustainable toilet options!
Quality Time as a Family
From a family perspective, the quality time we spend together when on work exchange programs is next to none. Living in remote places surrounded by foreign landscapes and people has a way of bringing a family unit together. We explore, imagine, create, learn, laugh and play all day long.
Going Places Less Travelled
There’s also an opportunity to get off the normal tourist routes. To explore some of the more remote places that a country has to offer.
As we said when filtering hosts, try leaving the region open. You’ll discover places you never knew existed. This uncovers the most incredible destinations and experiences.
An Insight into How Others Live
Gaining an insight into how other people live, and at times how little one actually needs has been a life changing perspective for our family.
We are constantly reminded through our work exchange experiences, of the diversity of life and our world. Experiencing the cultures and customs of our hosts teaches us so many things. I believe our children are very open-minded, accepting and tolerant humans as a result of these work exchanges.
I mean, everything is different and it’s a joy to experience it all! From the living situations, bathroom facilities, cooking, through to the daily meal. We know that, we are only scratching the surface, but the little taste that we do get, we are very grateful for.
Budget Travel
The other positive to these platforms is the opportunity to help the travel budget. As with most opportunities your room and board is covered.
Also, by living and working in remote areas, you’ll find you’re not spending a lot. The cost of living drops drastically and the opportunity to save those travel pennies increases. Ultimately, this helps us to extend our time on the road.
Supporting the Local Community
The other positive to this, is that the money you are spending is actually going directly to the community. When shopping at the local markets, you are supporting the small businesses and community residents. Rather than those big corporate businesses, who normally benefit from the tourism purse.
Cons or Negatives of Work Exchange
As with all things there is also the negative side of a work exchange, from both a host and volunteer perspective.
Unfortunately, you will always have people looking to take advantage. So you do need to do your homework before taking that final step. But this is also why we chose to use the above platforms, rather than going to possible hosts who advertise positions online.
It’s important to remember that the platforms are there to regulate and monitor, but that’s not to say that all hosts and volunteers are created equal.
Saving Money is a Bonus Not a Reason
Firstly from a hosts perspective, there are volunteers whose main purpose for volunteering, is to save a buck. While this may sound like a great reason, it shouldn’t be the only reason for joining a work exchange.
A work exchange is also about education and community. Therefore, don’t be one of those entitled volunteers who take advantage of a hosts generosity, purely for personal gain. Be committed and enter an exchange for their gain, as well as yours.
Unfortunately, this does and will continue to happen. However, the above mentioned sites do provide a platform for both volunteer and hosts to provide feedback (both positive and negative). Consequently, systems are in place to address any negative feedback.
Not All Hosts are the Same
Secondly, from a volunteers perspective, not all hosts are created equal. Naturally personalities can clash and people’s values do differ.
We had an experience whereby we had planned to stay for a prolonged period of time. However, on arrival we had a sense that there was a little tension. We found out later, the hosts had recently split but both had decided to stay on the property. As you can imagine this created an unease.
We also witnessed a couple of incidents that we felt were animal cruelty. As a result, we ended up cutting our stay short. (Post coming soon).
Taking Work Away from Others
You then have the concern, that a work exchange takes away paid work from locals. And in some circumstances this might be a valid point.
This is an important concern to factor in, when short listing work exchange options. Ask yourself, could this job be considered a form of employment, would the host do better by employing locally.
From our point of view and experiences so far, we were there as volunteers to help take the pressure off. The work that we do, more often than not, wouldn’t justify someone being employed to do it. More to the point, our hosts would not likely be in a position to pay someone. We were an added bonus, there to help based on a mutual agreement.
Extra Things to Consider on a Work Exchange
Be Committed and Open Minded
Make sure you are committed and go into the exchange with an open mind. In most circumstances you will be living in a foreign country, with a local family, whose daily living routine and cultural norms are very different to what you are used to. This sometimes takes time to adjust, but just give it time.
We find that on day one, we are excited and enthusiastic. But we can hit a little slump by day three, due to the new environment, possible language barriers, the difference in daily routines. When you are a week into your exchange, you’ll start to get a real sense of the work, your host and their community.
With all this said, if for whatever reason you feel your exchange is not the right fit, then follow your instinct and move on. You simply need to thank your hosts, and let them politely know it’s time to go. We have left early on a couple of exchanges, and will share more about this (post coming soon).
The Dangers on a Work Exchange
Do your homework on both your host and the area that you will be staying in. Read the previous host reviews and don’t be afraid to ask lots of questions before committing to the exchange.
The farm on our work exchange in Morocco, just happened to have a huge population of both scorpions and camel spiders (really big ones!!). Both of which we had several encounters with, including a couple of night time visits in our room.
Based on this, we gave our girls a briefing on wearing their shoes when outside, being careful when picking things up, and not to stack things along the wall.
🦂 Don’t let the creepy crawlies put you off though. Sharon isn’t good with spiders and the like, but over time has found them less terrifying!
Valuable Skills for Work Exchanges
It is very important that you are a pro-active and self motivated kind of individual when participating on a work exchange. But I guess most travellers will tick those boxes anyway.
We have found that on a lot of the exchanges, we have spent a fair bit of our time working on our own. On one of our longer stays, we actually had to tie the host down in order to generate a list of things that needed done. From there we worked through the list, with very little interaction from our host, nor was our work ever checked.
Also the directions given can be a little vague at times, so you either need to ask more questions, or just get on with it, and cross your fingers all was understood. But for sure, hots love it when volunteers are pro-active.
Tips for a Work Exchange
Be Prepared for Hard Work
Be prepared for some hard work. If you’re not used to general labouring, you might find that some of the work can be punishing. Multiple hours a day on a shovel, or bent over pulling weeds, can be brutal if you’re not accustomed to it. You will most likely end up with blisters in your first couple of days and calluses a week in.
If you know the work is going to be labour intensive, prepare yourself before going. Do a little labouring work if possible and make sure you have a reasonable level of fitness.
Again, if the work is going to be labour intensive, grab some garden or work gloves before going. I come from a building and labouring background. But being off the tools for many years meant a challenging few days to start with.
What to Wear & Pack on a Work Exchange
If you’re doing work exchanges as part of a greater travel plan as we are, then don’t feel like you need to pack specifically for these. We found that in places such as Spain and Australia, you could find a great variety of second hand clothing stores to kit yourself out.
Then in Morocco and Mexico clothes were reasonably cheap, and you could either leave these behind with your host, or pass them onto someone when you leave. I honestly found that one pair of shorts, a singlet and t-shirt, seemed to suffice. Check out the photos and you’ll see that I’m always wearing the same work clothes!
Insurance for Work Exchange
As you will most likely be undertaking physical work in remote places, we would highly recommend that you take out some sort of travel insurance – just in case. Your hosts will of course assist where possible, but they are not responsible if a real emergency occurs.
On one of our stays both myself and the girls did get very sick. We ended up in bed for multiple days, and of course out of action for three work days. This also included a trip to the local doctor, followed by a script for antibiotics. We often find that one or more of us will get sick, when exposed to unfamiliar surroundings.
We have used different insurance providers during our travels. Our two preferred choices are World Nomads Insurance (above) and Safety Wings. Browse through each of the policies, to see which suits you best.
First Aid Kit
If the work is in a remote area, make sure you take a well-equipped first aid kit. That includes plenty of plasters, a general antibiotic, an antiseptic cream and other things you feel might be needed. My mother always said better to be prepared and not need it, then to need it and not have it.
We travel with this first aid kit, which comes with all the basics, then we normally add a tube of Fucidin and some panadol.
Drinking Water
Make sure to ask your host about their drinking water situation. If needed look into taking a water filter system rather than purchasing plastic water bottles.
💦 We travel with our LifeStraw filtration system and have used it in every single work exchange experience. In addition to this, we have LifeStraw bottles which I can’t recommend enough.
We have found that many hosts drink from their local source, and have built up a tolerance to the water quality. We on the other hand have not. Though with our LifeStraw products, we know that we are safe from any viruses or bacteria. As such, I can 100% vouch for and recommend these filter systems.
The initial cost can be a little expensive. However if you were to add up all the money spent on bottled water, you’ll realise in the long run they save you money. Most importantly, as you travel you won’t be contributing to the disposal of single use plastics.
Final Thoughts on Work Exchange Programs
In all honesty, our years of full-time travel would not have been possible without the support of these work exchange programs. Having multiple months of our accommodation budget covered while on exchange, has meant our travel expenses are kept to a minimum. This has allowed us to stretch the finite savings which we travel on.
However, the biggest gift this has provided our family has been the people we have met. The quality time we have spent together, the experiences these exchanges have provided, and the lifelong friends made.
If you’re thinking about a work exchange.. we recommend you just DO it. Sign up and see what the possibilities are!
- Find out more about HelpX in Morocco (post coming soon)
- Read about our Workaway experience in Mexico (post coming soon)
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