Sabrina from The Just One Way Ticket | 50+ House Sits Around The World!

Recently, we chatted with Sabrina from Just One Way Ticket! She has traveled the world and completed over 50 house sits! She is living in Bali and is ready to tell us all about her house-sitting adventures!

Tell us a little bit about yourself—who you are, where you are from, and do you do it full-time or sporadically?

My name is Sabrina. I’m originally from Germany but have been traveling and living abroad since 2008. I’m a content creator. I write travel stories, produce videos, and document my travel life over the past decade.

How many housesits have you done and where?
I’m not sure, actually, but I’m guessing over 50 by now. Most of them are in Southeast Asia, including Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Why do you housesit? What is the main motivation?
I love pets, especially cats, and exploring new places. Having a free place to stay for longer periods allows me to discover destinations on a deeper level, almost from a local’s perspective.

How did you find Out About house-sitting?

Friends of mine started house-sitting full-time, which inspired me to try it as well.

Pros of House Sitting?

As mentioned above, free housing, often very luxurious homes to look after, the company of (mostly) adorable pets, a kitchen to prepare meals, and last but not least, seeing new places and making great new connections and friends.

Cons of House Sitting?

Not many, unless you get into a bad housesit. Always discuss as much as possible upfront so there won’t be surprises later.

What’s been the biggest or best adventure so far?
Too many great ones, can’t pick just one. It’s the whole lifestyle of living abroad for over a decade and exploring new countries.

How do you decide on a destination?

Important factors for me are

  • Is it warm? if not, is there a heating system?
  • Is it in a location where I can easily get around with public transport, or do I need a car?
  • Is the Wifi reliable and fast throughout the entire stay?

How much luggage do you travel with?
As little as possible. The more you have, the harder it will be to move around. After 13 years abroad, I maintain a home base somewhere where I leave most of my stuff. Currently, this is in Bali, Indonesia.

Was it hard for you to secure your first house-sitting gig?
It wasn’t that hard, just make sure to write your best pitch. If you have no experience, I recommend to housesit in your area, it will be easier for you to get gigs as the pet owners can meet you upfront. Make sure to get reviews, those will help to get housesits overseas.

Where has been your favorite house sit?

I had some amazing catsits in Singapore, with extremely kind pet owners who had spacious homes and allowed me to even host my parents during my housesit. I’ll be grateful forever to them.


Tips for others wanting to get started?

Choose a platform that fits you best! There are multiple websites you can join, and it can be difficult to choose one. Some are more region-specific, and some are more expensive than others.

We joined TrusterHousesitters because it was the best fit for us (they have housesits worldwide). You can also use Facebook groups!

Secondly, make your profile trustworthy! This is super important as someone will let a stranger in their house, sometimes even for months. So it’s your job to tell them exactly who you are and why they can trust you with their house and pets!

Share your previous experiences with house-sitting or pets in general, add reviews and or references, and also tell them why you want to house-sit. 

Where to next (when you can)

I miss traveling so much; it’s insane. I have been in Bali since February last year. It’s gorgeous here, but there aren’t many pet-sitting opportunities.

Want to know where else to find Sabrina?
Follow Sabrina’s adventures on her website!

Want to try House Sitting As Well?
There are thousands of opportunities to house sit around the world!
If you’re wondering how YOU can travel for free, check out our resources on becoming a housesitter!

Author: Britt

I am Britt. I have been house-sitting and pet-sitting for the past seven years. I have cared for 25 dogs, 35 cats, one turtle, and one rabbit over 80+ houses in 15 countries.

The opportunity to experience different homes, cultures, and communities has been extraordinary.

I’ve connected with homeowners seeking reliable sitters through house-sitting platforms like Aussie House Sitters and Trusted House Sitters. This unique way of living has allowed me to save money on accommodation, explore new cultures, and meet new people.

Being a member of these platforms has broadened my horizons and opened doors to short- and long-term house-sitting jobs. I’ve found joy in providing excellent pet care and ensuring the home is well-maintained.

I get many questions about how to start as a housesitter, so please reach out if you have any questions! I want everyone to enjoy this incredible lifestyle as well!

You can read more about Jay and me here!

Or connect with me on Facebook or in our house-sitting community on Facebook.

House Sitting in Salon-de-Provence
Me (Britt) House Sitting in Salon-de-Provence, France

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