Jobs that let you travel the world

If you’ve always fancied upping sticks and setting off around the world to seek new and exciting adventures in far-flung places, then jobs which involve travelling could be the answer.
Learning new skills, seeing new places and meeting fascinating people can become a reality when you choose an international profession. From Far Eastern teaching to Red Sea diving, an adventurous career in an exotic location could be waiting for you, if you’re willing to take your CV a little off the beaten track. So check your passport and pack your suitcase – it’s time to go global.
Ever sat looking out of your window daydreaming of escaping on a far-flung adventure, seeking out new and exciting places, people and experiences? Well, this could be a reality.
Do you love travelling? There are many jobs that can help you achieve your goal of seeing the world while supporting yourself financially. They’ll also teach you a thing or two along the way.
Here are four attainable jobs which involve travelling:
1 - Teaching English abroad
Being a fluent English-speaker can open many doors for you internationally. One of them is becoming an English teacher abroad. Teaching English as a Foreign language (TEFL) is one of the most popular jobs involving travel for people looking to broaden their horizons, experience a new culture and learn valuable new life skills.
It allows you to work in countless locations around the world, and if you pick the right location and secure a good contract, the pay can also be pretty lucrative.
Accommodation is sometimes provided for free, as are flights. Contracts can range from a few months to a couple of years. Far Eastern countries such as South Korea, China and Taiwan have a particularly high demand for native English speakers. You’ll usually need a degree (most subjects are acceptable) and some schools also require a TEFL or TESOL qualification.
- Search for the latest Teaching English abroad jobs.
2 - Joining a yacht crew
If you’ve always yearned for a taste of life at sea, then becoming part of a yachting crew can provide the seafaring adventure you crave. From superyachts to sailboats, international ports are full of captains looking for help.
In order to be able to earn money, you’ll need to get qualified. The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) offers a range of courses, all the way from basic sailing skills to becoming a fully-qualified Yachtmaster. The most valuable asset you can possess, however, is experience. So get yourself out on the water as much as possible.
3 - Becoming a flight attendant
If water isn’t your thing but you still seek out a variety of exotic locations, then becoming part of the cabin crew of an international long-haul airline can see you jet-setting around the world on an almost daily basis. You’ll get to stay in exciting foreign cities and meet new people every day.
You’ll need to excel at customer service, have an outgoing personality and be willing to work hard. You’ll also have to be able to swim at least 25 metres. Yet the rewards are not only for you to savour – your family could enjoy heavily discounted flights too.
- Search for cabin crew jobs on Monster.
4 - Being a sports instructor
Whether it’s skiing, surfing, or scuba diving, if you’re a qualified instructor, you can find work in a wide range of exotic locations. If you’re multi-skilled you can avoid the seasonality of certain sports, too. Kick off your year teaching well-off Canadians to ski in British Columbia’s Whistler Resort (you’ll need a IEC work permit), then head over to the Red Sea to explain the wonders of scuba diving to eager holidaymakers over the warmer months.
As fun jobs with travel go, these ones are hard to beat. Along with the right work visas, you’ll need qualifications from the British Association of Snowsport Instructors (basi.org.uk) for teaching winter sports, while the Professional Association of Diving Instructors can get you ready to teach underwater.
- Search for sports jobs as well as the latest sports and leisure jobs.