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Mexico is a fantastic ex-pat destination. And by living there you’ll get to experience everything it has to offer. It’s also important to consider the pros and cons of moving to this part of Latin America. Adapting to a new country can be challenging and there are lots of things to weigh up. Have a […]
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Costa Rica is a top choice for retirement, especially among American expats seeking a new life abroad. Its popularity is well-deserved, as it offers a blend of natural beauty, a welcoming culture, and a high quality of life. However, choosing a retirement destination is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. It’s important to weigh
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Thinking about embracing the tropical island life? You’re not the only one. Hawaii is an incredible state that has so much to offer for people looking to live there. But moving states (and across oceans) is a big decision. It is crucial to weigh up the pros and cons to decide if Hawaii is the place
22 Essential Pros and Cons of Living in Hawaii (You NEED To Know These) Read More »
Thinking about making a move to the land down under? You’re not alone. With its easy-going people, sunny weather and beautiful beaches Australia is a great place to live. But, moving country is a big life change and there are a lot of things to consider. Have a read of the article below to find
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Italy is one of the most enjoyable, cultural, and fascinating countries in the world. Thinking of living there? You’ve made a wise choice. We’ve put together the important pros and cons if you’re thinking about moving. Have a read of the guide below and work out if living there is the best thing for you.
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Hostels provide cheap accommodation for both travelers and students. They also are affordable. But what if you don’t want to share your hostel dorm with total strangers or you believe they are youth hostels? If you want some level of privacy, you may need to look for other alternatives to hostels in places you plan
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Recently, we had a chat with Kelly. She provides an epic service called Airnbeast. Not only does she travel Canada in her campervan house sitting, but she also gives business owners the chance to have a holiday while she keeps it running for them. Read on to find out how she cared for a yacht,
Full Time House Sitter and Van Lifer | Interview With Kelly from Airnbeast Read More »
Recently, we had a chat with Andreas. He has had an incredible journey as a full-time house sitter and nomadic traveler. He has over 19 house sits under his belt! Read on to find out how he almost ended up caring for 6 snakes as well as getting stuck on an island for 3 months!
Full Time House Sitter & Nomadic Traveler | Interview With Andreas Moser Read More »
Hotel accommodation is expensive, especially for travelers looking to save money or travel for longer. Fortunately, many affordable hotel alternatives, such as house-sitting, hostels, and house-swapping, provide an authentic travel experience! Knowing where to look can help keep your travel expenses low. Below are many hotel alternatives you may never have considered! 1. Short Term
13 Cheap Alternatives To Hotels (You Will Have NEVER Heard of Some of These) Read More »
If you’re considering becoming a professional house sitter, you may be wondering how much to charge for your services. Some sites like House Sitters America offer accommodation in exchange for your services. Although unpaid housesitting gigs can be great for travel enthusiasts, you’ll want to get paid if this is your chosen profession. So how
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House sitting has become an increasingly popular option for pet owners and sitters. For pet parents planning to travel, the challenge lies in finding a reliable house sitter to care for their furry friends. Whereas many house sitters are looking for new assignments Trusted House Sitters, the leading platform in this space, recently introduced new
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Who wouldn’t love to stay in luxurious homes around the world? House-sitting websites allow you to find pet-sitting jobs in exotic places like Costa Rica, Bali, and Catalonia. Imagine living in a mansion-like home or beach-front house for weeks or months. You’ll also get to stay at these wonderful places without needing to pay accommodation
Guide to Luxury House Sitting (5 Simple Steps) Read More »
Dogs are lovable and affectionate creatures that can become your friend for years to come. A canine companion can play, cuddle and give you kisses. However, some dogs won’t trust you immediately. Whether you’re adopting a shy shelter dog or interacting with the neighbor’s pup, learning to gain a dog’s trust is an essential skill
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Planning a vacation or heading out on a business trip? If you have pets, finding a reliable house sitter is a must to ensure they’re well cared for while you’re away. But how much should you pay for house sitter services? This guide covers everything you need to know, including key factors influencing pricing, average
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Are you leaving your animals with a pet sitter? We’ve created a pet sitter instructions template so everything runs smoothly while you’re gone. Providing comprehensive instructions for your house sitter ensures they can properly care for your pet and keep them in their familiar routine. I developed these templates with over nine years of pet-sitting
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Running a pet care business can be an exciting endeavor. One of the most important aspects of a successful business is charging a fair price. You could have many happy clients, but it’ll only be stressful if you struggle to cover your expenses. At the same time, charging too high might be unreasonable for some
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We recently chatted with Chelsea. She is an incredible woman who has lived in Australia, London, Spain, Mexico, and Central America. She has over 35 house-sitting experiences under her belt, and we can’t wait to share her adventures with you. Tell us a little bit about yourself—who you are, where you are from, and do
House Sitting Digital Nomad | Interview With Chelsea Arganbright Read More »
Whether you’re a pet owner or a house sitter looking to care for homes and animals, you may want to use a house-sitting agreement. House sitting is a mutual agreement in which the property owner allows the sitter to live in their property for the allotted time. In exchange, the sitter is responsible for the
House Sitting Agreement (Do You Need One? + Templates to Use) Read More »
Whether you’re planning to travel out of town or return to work, you may be looking for pet-sitting services. There are many ways to find a pet sitter for your precious fur baby. But should you opt for a pet sitter or send your pet to a doggy daycare or boarding facility? Pet sitting services are
How to Find a Pet Sitter (Learn to Find A Reliable and Trustworthy Sitter) Read More »
Planning a vacation or heading out on a long-term trip? Finding a reliable house sitter is one of the most important steps to ensure your home and pets are well cared for while you’re away. Whether you need someone to look after your furry friends, water your plants, or simply keep your house safe, choosing
How to Find a House Sitter (Who is Reliable and Trustworthy in 9 Simple Steps) Read More »
Recently, we chatted with Lance. With his family of five, they house-sit around the USA! They travel from house-sit to house-sit in their fifth-wheel trailer and are ready to share their house-sitting adventures with us! Tell us a little bit about your family – who are you, where are you from, for, do you do
House Sitting Family of 5 | Interview With The Teeples Read More »
We recently chatted with Cynthia from Journal of Nomads, a Belgian traveler who has been living a full-time nomadic lifestyle for the past 10 years! From house-sitting across Ireland, New Zealand, the UK, and Turkey to hitchhiking all the way to Kyrgyzstan—her journey is nothing short of incredible. Along the way, she’s cared for cats,
Cythina from The Journal of Nomads | 10 Years of Full Time Nomadic Travel! Read More »
If you want to travel full-time as a house sitter, you might need to find work that fits YOUR schedule! As a house sitter, you can certainly earn a decent living. But they are so many other ways to earn a great income while traveling. Below you will see ways we used to earn an
6 Super Simple Ways to Make Money While Travelling or House Sitting Read More »
One of the worst things that can ruin your vacation is the constant worry that you’ve left your house completely unprotected. Assume you’re relaxing on a beach somewhere overseas when your mind wanders to whether or not someone has broken into your house. Is there a way to know for sure? And is there a
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We recently caught up with Malina Padgett, a full-time digital nomad, house sitter, and creative freelancer. From road-tripping across all 50 U.S. states to house sitting in places like Bali and the Netherlands, Malina has turned a love of travel into a lifestyle. In this interview, she shares what inspired her to go nomadic, the
Interview With Malina Padgett | Full-Time Digital Nomad & House Sitter Read More »
Do you want to travel on a budget? Below are five super easy methods for finding budget-friendly and even free places to stay. From travel hacks to insider tips, this guide will ensure you get to explore the world without breaking the bank 1. Offer to House Sit Many people often put off their travel
How to Find Cheap & Free Accommodation (5 Simple Ways) Read More »
Recently, we chatted with Nina and Helon from the Minimalist Ninjas! They have traveled the world and completed over 18 house sits, including an epic one in Barcelona, where they looked after two Maine Coones (our favorite type of cat!). Let’s find out more about their adventures! Tell us a little bit about yourselves—who you
Nina and Helon from The Minimalist Ninja | 18+ House Sits Around The World! Read More »
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
Sabrina from The Just One Way Ticket | 50+ House Sits Around The World! Read More »
We have been house-sitting for years. We very often get asked why we do it, how it works and what the benefits are. House sitting is a unique way of life, a bit different from the norm. However, the house sitting lifestyle has many benefits for the house sitter that keeps us keen and motivated.
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Long-term house sitting offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in a new environment. Unlike traditional travel, this arrangement allows individuals to experience a destination as a local rather than a tourist. We have seen long-term house-sitting assignments offered for six months up to 5 years in some cases, and we prefer long-term house-sitting jobs. We have
How to Become a Long-Term House Sitter (Finding 1+ Month House Sits) Read More »
Although we started house-sitting while living abroad in the UK, we have spent over 2 years house sitting in Australia. Brittnay is originally from Melbourne, so between traveling stints, we have settled in Melbourne to visit family, plan our next trip, and house sit! In Australia we have looked after over 25 homes, so I
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Recently, we had a chat with the popular vanlife couple from YouTube!! Mr and Mrs Adventure! They have have been traveling the world and sharing it with their 75k followers on YouTube. However they made the jump to house sitting while back in the US due to the pandemic. Find out they managed to land
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House sitting is one of the most rewarding and exciting experiences for travelers. In this post, we’ll explore house-sitting etiquette, exploring the key dos and don’ts and essential guidelines to ensure a smooth and respectful experience. We’ll cover what to expect during a house sit, the essential questions to ask and discuss with the homeowner,
People choose to live their lives in many different ways. Some prefer to settle in one place, while others enjoy following their favorite seasons, moving from location to location throughout the year. One common reason for this seasonal lifestyle is to avoid harsh weather—many retirees, known as “snowbirds,” seek warmer climates during winter to escape
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Recently, we chatted with Natalie, a housesitter from Melbourne, Australia. She shared some beautiful pictures of her adventures and how she petsits around Melbourne without applying for any house-sitting jobs. Tell us a little about yourself—who you are, where you are from, and whether you do it full-time or sporadically. I started house/pet sitting over
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Recently, we sat down the with Claire and Rosemary from Authentic Food Quest. They shared some incredible adventures such as spending 6 months house sitting and eating their way through Greece, surviving a house sit in Florida during a Hurricane! Want to know some of Rosemary Claires top tips to landing house sits? Make sure you
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If you think that house-sitting jobs will just appear, unfortunately, you’re dreaming. You need to put in the effort and create a great profile, send in house sit applications and then follow them up. If you are new to house sitting or just wondering how to keep landing dream house sitting jobs time and time
How to Find More House Sitting Jobs in 2024 (Our 12 Strategies) Read More »
Recently, we sat down with Talon from 1Dad1Kid. He shared some incredible adventures such as caring for monkeys while house sitting in Costa Rica and looking after a beautiful Moroccan riad and wonder what his favourite house sit was? You have to find out at the end of the interview! If you are looking for house
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Recently, we sat down with The Lifetime Travelmates Hyekyong & Jordi. A full-time traveling / house sitting sitting couple. In this interview we talk about traveling, Youtube, house sitting, how the pandemic has affected their lifestyle, and much, much more! House Sitting Travellers The Lifetime Travel Mates Hyekyong & Jordi Tell us a little bit
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Recently, we chatted with house-sitting couple George and Michell, aka The Real House Sitters. We took a deep dive into the when, what, where, and why of their house-sitting journey! Tell us a little bit about yourselves – who are you, where are you from, for, do you housesit full-time or sporadically? We are George
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Meet Ian and Lloyd, the dynamic duo behind the Petsitboys. Since 2018, they’ve embraced full-time house sitting, caring for a diverse array of animals—including dogs, cats, chickens, horses, cows, pigs, and sheep—across Australia, the UK, and France. Their journey began with a four-month adventure through Spain and Portugal, and they’ve since completed over 26 house
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We love hearing stories from others who live similar lives to us. In September, we chatted with Suze and Chris, a house-sitting couple from Kent, England! Read on to learn about their adventures in caring for tortoises, bearded dragons, alpacas, donkeys, and geckos as well as spending Chris’s 30th birthday in Iceland! Hey Guys! Tell
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We love hearing stories from others who live similar lives to us. In September 2020, we chatted with Sam and Vern, a house-sitting couple from New York! Read on to learn about the off-grid solar-powered house in the Caribbean with 17 animals they cared for! Hey Guys! Tell us a little bit about yourselves. We’re
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We love sharing stories from fellow travellers who’ve embraced the house sitting lifestyle, and Fran and Marco’s journey is one of our favourites. Originally from Argentina and the Philippines, this adventurous couple has been travelling full-time since 2018 — using house sitting as a way to stay grounded while exploring the world. Their path has
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We love hearing stories from others who live a similar life to us. In July 2020, we chatted with Sarah and Nate a house sitting couple from Portland, Oregon! We learnt about their way of life, how they ended up helping raising goats and how COVID has effected their house sitting plans and much much
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In July 2020, we chatted with Caro and Emi a couple from Argentina! We learned about their lives as house sitters including traveling from Japan to Europe via land! Tell us a little bit about yourself– who are you, where are you from, for, do you do it full-time or sporadicallyHi!! We are Caro &
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Meet Amy from @amykhornsby – a full-time house sitter, freelance writer, and slow travel advocate. We recently caught up with Amy to learn all about her adventures on the road with her partner Jordan. From caring for a chatty cat who tagged along on hikes in the Swiss Alps, to dealing with a surprise bee
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Recently, we chatted with Clare from @claresitsdogs, we learned about her 50+ house sits which includes a house sit in a small village in Sweden. Find out how she took a pooch from couch to 5k and what she is up to next! Tell us a Little Bit About Yourself– who are you, where are
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Are you looking to start house sitting? It can seem hard and overwhelming at first, however, we have simplified the process! Here is how to become a house sitter in only 10 steps!
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Are you looking at starting house sitting but don’t quite know what site to sign up too? This Trusted House Sitters review is for you then! We have been using the platform since 2015 and have had lots of experience using it. We know the good, and the not so good about the site.
TrustedHousesitters Review: (10 Years of Using This Site) Read More »
Looking to start house sitting but not sure which are the best house sitting websites? We review our favourites & let you know why we like them! We have used nearly every platform out there and know the ins and outs of them all!
8 Best House Sitting Websites Reviewed and Ranked for 2025 Read More »
Recently, we sat down the TheOilyTravelers house sitting family to talk about traveling, travel-schooling, house sitting, and living an amazing alternative lifestyle. The OilyTravelers House Sitting Family Interview Tell us a Little Bit About Your Family Hi Brittany & Jay, we are ‘TheOilyTravelers’, a full-time traveling and house sitting family from Canada. Jamie Joseph, Brantley
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Thailand is where both Brittnay and I have house sat quite a few times. We like going to Thailand for the food, street markets and the people. One of our go-to spots is Chiang Mai, which is in the North. It is (in our opinion) one of the best spots for foodies in Thailand. Last
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I had promised my family that I would go back home for Christmas. Until we got an email with the Subject line, ‘This is a long shot, but I need a boat sitter!’ Usually, we find all our house sits using house-sitting websites. But we sometimes get emails from homeowners (or boat owners). This immediately
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I am originally from New Zealand, but it has been 10 years since I lived there. Over the past decade, I have always tried to visit home now and then, but it’s been hard because New Zealand is so far away—from everywhere!! House sitting has made it far more possible to return home to New
House Sitting New Zealand: Our Experiences and How You Can Too! Read More »
Congratulations on landing a new house sit or finding a house sitter! This is an exciting step in your journey, whether you’re the homeowner or the house sitter. If you’re still looking, check out the best house-sitting websites to find your ideal match! Handover day is crucial for both parties involved. It’s your last chance
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References are very important for housesitters. They are one of the most important things for homeowners to consider when considering you for a house-sit or boat-sit job. Unfortunately, this can make things quite difficult when starting out. We have looked after almost 60 homes worldwide, so we have 60+ references from real homeowners. This makes
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Have you ever wondered how to reduce or eliminate your living costs and live for free? House sitting could be the answer! When you house-sit, you can get free rent in exchange for looking after a homeowner’s home and/or pets. When we first started house-sitting in 2016, we would get strange looks when we told
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The top of this post is about our experience house sitting in Greece and getting started as one (if you’re interested). If you want house-sitting opportunities in Greece, please head to the bottom of this post or click the button below. Greece was the final destination on our European house-sitting road trip. We started in the
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Daydreaming about swapping your daily grind for sun-soaked Spanish siestas? House sitting in Spain could be your ticket to paradise! From bustling Barcelona to serene coastal towns, Spain offers many house-sitting opportunities. Imagine waking up to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, surrounded by stunning architecture and vibrant culture. As a house sitter, you’ll have
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The middle of this post is our experience house sitting in France (spoiler, we loved it!) If you are looking for house-sitting opportunities in France, please see below or click the button. At the start of 2019, we devised a plan to house-sit our way through Europe for the summer. I was house-sitting in Thailand
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We recently had the pleasure of sitting in a house in Italy. Before that, we had looked after homes in the UK, France, and Spain. We purchased a little camper van in the UK at the start of April and planned to drive from Manchester, UK, to Athens, Greece. We planned two house sits on our
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Hi, we are Brittnay and Jay – professional house sitters based in Melbourne. We have spent the past three years house-sitting internationally and locally in Melbourne. We provide long-term and short-term house sitting. We are now booked out for 2025. Looking for a House Sitter? If you want to find a housesitter we recommend clicking
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