Tuesday, December 16, 2008

How to travel for free

There is something deliciously earthy about Tim Patterson's article in the Traveller's Notebook, How to travel the world for free (seriously).


A couple of the pointers:
  • #2 - Keep your needs to a minimum. 
    "People need fresh air, healthy food, clean water, exercise, creative stimulation, companionship, self-esteem and a safe place to sleep.
    All of these things are simple to obtain. Most of them are free."
  • #3 - Go slow.
    "Indeed, as long as you believe that time is money, you will spend money all the time."
  • #6 - Learn a useful craft or skill
    "If you have a skill, such as cooking, animal husbandry, massage, musical ability or basic carpentry, you can barter for free food and accommodation as you travel."
Sometimes I think I fall victim to the over-scheduled life.

2 comments:

Adunare said...

Over-busy life, you mean. I'm not convinced life can ever be "over-scheduled" (is that wrong?).

Anonymous said...

I've been told over-scheduled is bad. That said, at least you quality time pencilled in.