Nobody out there likes to pay money for anything, no matter how rich or poor you are.  If you’re looking to take vacations and you don’t want to pay a dime, there are countless opportunities that you can take.  From long-term stays to a couple of weeks, let’s take a glance at how you can do it.

Work on an organic farm -If you’re a fan of working and volunteering, you may want to offer your services to farmers around the world.  In return, the host family will give you food and a place to stay, all while learning how the farming system works.  Visit a site like WWOOF.org for more information.

Teach English overseas - Did you know that there are countries out there looking for Americans to teach their students English?  If you’re looking for cheap living, free transportation, and a paycheck, you may want to consider looking into “ESL”.

Join the military - Yes, I know this would be a big step, but any branch of the military does a lot of travel.  You’re going to get paid for it, serve your country, and learn a lot from the experience.

Go to a timeshare meeting - Ah, those fun timeshares.  They don’t seem like a great investment, but they do give great gifts.  If you can sit through a 2-3 hour meeting and learn how to say no, you can get a ton of gifts that range from vacations to gift cards.

Study abroad - If you’re still in college or you want to learn more, consider studying abroad.  Generally, if you can’t afford it, you can find scholarships out there that can help with your finances.

Be lucky - Everyone today is giving away something.  Check websites, local stores, and more to enter your chance to win.  I know it’s a long shot, but hey, you can’t win if you don’t try!

Couch surf - If you really want to be cheap and you don’t care what you do, try couch surfing.  This is why people open up their house to strangers.  You can usually crash at their house for free.  Try CouchSurfing.org for more information.

Whether you want to work, try your luck, or save money, these are just a few of the ways you can try when you want to save money on your next vacation.  Try out some of these tips and let me know how they work out for you!