8 Awesome types of accommodation that you could be staying in on your next Workaway
While living and travelling around the world we’ve been fortunate enough to see some amazing places, amazing people and amazing food. But when it comes to accommodation we are shocked daily by the sheer amount of damn right awesome places there are to stay in the world. And some of them are even right here on Workaway ready and waiting for people like YOU to stay in. Here are 8 unique accommodation options around the world, that are at the very top of our travel bucket list:
1. A cosy cabin in the Finnish Lapland
We are talking Father Christmas, reindeer, snow and a lot of husky-sledging. Childhood dreams are coming true as we write this. And in return for living in Lapland, you will help look after the huskies. Remind us again why we aren’t there for the festive season now?
2. A mystical cave in Petra, Jordan
Petra is high on everyone’s bucket list. But is actually living inside a cave right this wonder of the world? It’s on ours now. This family have lived in a cave all their life and practise yoga, meditation and show tourists around their beloved hometown of Petra. In return for a few hours of help a day, you could become a real life bedouin.
3. A glamping yurt at the top of the mountains
This yurt campsite in the highlands of Scotland has it all for those who've wondered what it's like to just wake up, unroll your 'door' and be greeted by the sights of stunning mountains and grazing horses. Special bonus, this location offers a breathtaking view over the Moray Firth, which changes EVERY DAY depending on the weather -- we can't think of a more magical place to experience the wonders of nature (without needing to rough it)!
4. A Sailboat in French Polynesia
This group of friends started their life with “dessert first” and got themselves a sailboat to dedicate their days to enjoying life and exploring the islands of French Polynesia meeting interesting people, learning tricks and skills from the locals, snorkelling (lots of it) and watching the sunrise and the sunset every day. Hard life for some hey? But, wait, you can join them too and live on board their sailboat living the good life!
5. An All-American cattle ranch
Cowboy boots at the ready, you could be living and breathing the ranch life here in the U.S.A. This year-round ranch in the American West cares and feeds for cows at the base of the Rocky Mountains and they want YOU to come and live with them and help out. Cowboy hats mandatory.
6. In a Spanish vineyard and olive orchad
“You only live once but if you live right, once is enough…” is the quote this host tells us. And we think that living right is living among grapes and olives, eating the finest food and the finest wine. Get in touch with nature at this peaceful vineyard in Spain and know that life is exactly the way it should be!
7. A treehouse in the Brazillian jungle
This one is for all the hardcore adventurers out there, who love nature and aren’t afraid of going unplugged in the deep jungles! If climbing up to your bedroom in a tree every night sounds like your kind of fun, you’ll feel right at home at this charming treehouse retreat. Add your artistic touch to these cabins and help bring their new temple together, and enjoy your free time at the beaches and waterfalls.
8. An eco lodge and safari in Sri Lanka
This wildlife ecological lodge in Sri Lanka invites you to live and volunteer among an eco-conscious community and some of the world’s most beautiful animals -- elephants, leopards, bears and more! When you hear once-in-a-lifetime, this place springs to mind.
From treehouse to boats we all know that it doesn’t matter where the journey takes you, but the places you end up along the way. We can’t help but want to reach out to each and everyone one of these hosts and beg them to take us! Don’t forget you’ve got a few thousands more awesome choices out there too! So, where to next Workawayers?
About Alicia
Alicia helps run Workaway mission control in Hong Kong, she's also our marketing whiz and helps with design. She has backpacked, travelled and volunteered extensively in many different parts of the w
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