Staying at a hostel is a great way to save money during your travels, but have you ever considered working at one? It is a great side gig for people traveling on a budget who don’t have a steady income. Here are three reasons why you should give it a shot.
Free Accommodation
Most hostels don’t come with a high paycheck, but they offer free accommodation to the staff. If you enjoy slow travel, this is a great way to score a free place to stay in a new city because most hostels will ask for a long-term commitment of at least a few months.
Local Experience
Working at a hostel offers a completely different experience than staying there for a week or two. By sticking around for longer, you’ll get to know the city much better and start feeling like a local after some time, while also meeting travelers from all around the world every day.
New Skills
In addition to allowing you to explore the world, working at a hostel is a great way to develop new skills that will come in handy long-term. From working at a reception and taking guests on tours to housekeeping and preparing food, hostels will teach you all sorts of skills that you can use to score a job later on.