Slant community chat on Discourse| 6 Recommended Products | Recommendations | Price | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 WWOOF· · · | 4 | 0 | – | Apr 21, 2016 |
| #2 hosteltraveljobs· · · | 3 | 0 | – | Apr 24, 2016 |
| #3 Workaway· · · | 2 | 0 | – | Apr 27, 2016 |
| #4 Trusted Housesitters· · · | 2 | 0 | – | Apr 27, 2016 |
| #5 HelpX· · · | 1 | 0 | – | Apr 24, 2016 |
| #6 AngloBridge· · · | 0 | 0 | – | May 2, 2016 |
Pro Covers food as well
The work you do covers not only the cost of accommodations, but food as well (in most cases). Being that the work is done on organic farm, it's often nutritious and high quality food (depends entirely on the individual host).
Pro WWOOF organizations are in over 60 countries
Almost anywhere in the world you want to go, you can likely do it through WWOOFing. Over 60 countries have their own WWOOF organizations, but there are many countries that have hosts and no official organization as well.
Con The work can be tough
While it varies a fair bit, 4-6 hours a day of work is fairly standard. Much of the work is outdoors and quite physically demanding.
Con Requires a lot of planning ahead
It can take a lot of time to find a host, so it's best to start your search months before your planned departure.
Con Each organization/country has a membership fee
Over 60 countries have their own WWOOF organizations, which each have their own individual membership fees. If you want to contact a host in a certain country, you first have to pay the fee for that organization. If you play to travel around and work in a variety of countries, the membership fees...
Pro Cheap for job searchers/volunteers
A lifetime membership is only 5.99 EUR (about $7 US).
Pro Great locations
Since the jobs are at hostels, they are often located near popular areas.
Con Not many jobs listed
There is currently around 300 jobs listed and over 7000 members.
Pro Variety of opportunities
The jobs that you'll be doing vary greatly between hosts, so you're able to find something that suits your interests and skills. They range from helping in guest houses to painting houses and gardening (lots more, you can search them here.
Pro Large number of hosts to choose from
There are over 20,000 hosts listed.
Con Inaccurate host ratings
Some hosts have many negative reviews and yet a 100% host rating.
Con Some hosts expect far more than 5 hours a day
Workaway suggests 5 hour work days for working off food and accommodations. However this is just guide, you can adjust this arrangement with your host. However, there is nothing protecting you from your host asking for more hours once you get to the destination. This is a pretty frequent occurrenc...
Pro Often requires very little work
The amount of work depends on the animals you'll be looking after. Generally, you'll get the majority of your time to do as you'd like around the area.
Pro 24/7 access to a vet while housesitting
Trusted Housesitters has a 24/7 Vet Advice Line that you can call at any time if you have concerns about the animals you're looking after.
Con Difficult to get assignments
Many people try for months without finding an assignment, due to the much higher number of sitters vs. home owners.
Con Membership is expensive
The membership for a house sitter is $8.25/month, but you have to pay for the whole year.
Pro Variety of jobs available
There is work available on farms, in B&Bs and hostels, doing various household chores and more.
Con Outdated website
The design of the website is very outdated to the point where it's difficult to navigate. You are forced to scroll horizontally on smaller viewports.
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