My Dream Life - Work, Travel, Repeat
Posted by Pristine_Emotion2547@reddit | Shoestring | View on Reddit | 16 comments
So here’s the thing — I love traveling. Exploring new places literally makes me feel alive. But of course, it costs money 😅 so I came up with a plan.
What if I work in one state or country for 2–3 years, explore everything around that area, and then move to a new place, get a new job, and do the same thing again? Basically, keep working and keep traveling — no long breaks, just a lifestyle that mixes both.
I was thinking about working with NGOs since they exist almost everywhere, which means I could live in different countries while doing meaningful work. I did some research and decided that maybe I should do a Master’s in International Relations with Global Business. I feel like a top university degree could really help me land global jobs and make this lifestyle possible.
Does this sound like a realistic plan? 🤔 Also, if anyone knows other courses or fields that fit this kind of “work + travel” life, please share
BuddingBotanist1@reddit
Honestly, this plan is inspiring and doable. NGOs and global organizations love people with international exposure and flexibility. A Master’s in International Relations is a smart move as it opens doors everywhere. You’re building a lifestyle, that is must giving a thought!
pellosanto@reddit
idk why there are so many negative responses in a travel subreddit. This is totally possible. Kind of what ive done although like people say getting jobs internationally is complicated.
If you're in the U.S you can literally do this getting seasonal work that provides housing and explore the country that way, then in the off season take some savings and travel internationally
Bend_Latter@reddit
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kidsonourmind@reddit
I think doing teaching or working for the government in the foreign service would offer more consistent job opportunities than NGOs. That said I lived abroad for four years working at an NGO 😆 pay was crap, that’s another thing to take into account. My coworker went on to work for the international Red Cross though where pay was definitely better so I think it really depends on what type of job and org you can find.
InteractionEasy3169@reddit
Good point! Teaching can definitely offer more stability and better pay. If you're open to it, consider looking into international schools or even online teaching options. It might give you the flexibility to travel while still making a decent living.
Alarmed_End259@reddit
You should became a flight attendant
seancho@reddit
Are you from the US and do you like 'government?' You could join the Foreign Service and be an FSO. https://careers.state.gov/career-paths/foreign-service/foreign-service-officer/
maxpot90@reddit
English Language teacher?
Annual-Beautiful7164@reddit
This is exactly what I did. I taught ESL in three different countries for several years while I was in my 20s and used the opportunity to explore what I like and what I want to focus on “when I grow up” ;) then went back and got my masters in environmental policy and a graduate certificate in southeast Asian studies and lived in bangkok for over six years working in international development. Don’t rush to get your masters (and go into crazy debt until youre sure what you want to do! Because you really do need an advanced degree and a solid skill to offer to work in non-profits overseas. So yes I highly recommend a masters once you know what you want!
Other options for working while traveling is to teach ESL online and just have a small background office setup that you travel with. Or look into digital nomad life and remote work. Good luck!!!
eeeicrammm@reddit
I have no idea how easy it is to get into this career path, but I’ve met people who worked as teachers in international schools. They would bounce from country to country every few years. Sounds like it could be what you’re looking for.
Thy_OSRS@reddit
I’m sorry what? How does one just turn up into a country and just work lol
Mysterious-Drama4743@reddit
i mean have fun with that do you just not pay attention to the news?
Maximum-End-7629@reddit
Traveling nursing is a way to do this in the US!
henicorina@reddit
Have you noticed that international aid is in the middle of a historic, unprecedented crash? This is the worst time in the past hundred years to pursue this path.
NiagaraThistle@reddit
THis is literally now called "slowmadding" which is an extension of 'digital nomadding' which itself is just the modern day equivalent of backpacking but while working on your laptop.
If you can get the work visas, absoultely do this if you want to travel. I tried talking my wife into this multiple times but she - and most others i know IRL - thinks i'm insane.
I wish you all the luck.
There are dedicated subs for this style of travel i thin. I'd start in r/digitalnmad and even check out Pieter Levels 'Nomad.com' as a starting point to find costs for different cities in the world to live/travel to as such.
aguz1011@reddit
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