Comments on: The Ultimate Guide to Free Travel Accommodation https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/ UK Travel Blog Tue, 16 May 2017 09:07:29 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 By: Charlie on Travel https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/#comment-2459 Wed, 13 Aug 2014 22:02:36 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=1512#comment-2459 In reply to Anna.

Thanks, Anna :) Yes, you’re definitely right on the local culture side of things. Though some of my hotel stays – at eco-retreats, very small, family run, and we were the only guests – have been a real learning curve about those choosing alternative, eco lifestyles.

]]> By: Anna https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/#comment-2455 Wed, 13 Aug 2014 21:25:58 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=1512#comment-2455 Great ideas! I think as well as saving money doing a couch surfing or volunteering project allows you to met local people and get to know the local culture far more than staying in a hotel.

]]> By: Charlie on Travel https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/#comment-1077 Wed, 09 Jul 2014 17:39:27 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=1512#comment-1077 In reply to Kyle.

Thanks, Kyle! Yes, both are really fabulous ways to have a unique experience and a good travel experience. Which countries have you been house sitting in?

]]> By: Kyle https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/#comment-1062 Tue, 08 Jul 2014 23:39:20 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=1512#comment-1062 Great post, I love using Couchsurfing when I’m traveling so I can meet the locals and see things better from their unique perspective. I also have found House Sitting is an easy way to save $1000s of dollars when I’m spending the winters abroad.

]]> By: Charlie on Travel https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/#comment-939 Fri, 04 Jul 2014 01:14:34 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=1512#comment-939 In reply to traveltransmissions.

Thank you for the compliment :) Oh man, house sitting is where it is at, my partner and I absolutely love it. How is it in the Caribbean? Is there a big market for house sitting? It’s awesome that you’re doing it too!

]]> By: traveltransmissions https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/#comment-920 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 05:01:51 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=1512#comment-920 Thanks for such well-written tips on nailing down those free stays! I’ve always been a huge fan of couchsurfing and I’ll keep using it as a great source for connecting with people anytime I land in a new city, but you’ve just motivated me to push myself into the world of house sitting! Currently in my first house sit in the Caribbean, I’ve made a new best friend in the dog I’m watching. All the signs are there that this is the right move to make!

]]> By: Charlie on Travel https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/#comment-885 Mon, 30 Jun 2014 15:51:30 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=1512#comment-885 In reply to Bekka.

Thanks, Bekka! I hope you will try it too. If you’re on your own and doing it for the first time, maybe try and stay with a female, a couple or a family (families are probably the best but harder to find). It will be less daunting that way – though there are many excellent, kind, generous, lovely male hosts. If you’re ever in Central America or near London, look us up and see where we are! :)

]]> By: Bekka https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/#comment-883 Mon, 30 Jun 2014 15:25:38 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=1512#comment-883 Hey Charlie, I really enjoyed these tips – they’re great. I’ve always been a little reluctant to couch surf for some reason, but hopefully I’ll give it a try in the near future!

]]> By: Charlie on Travel https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/#comment-805 Wed, 25 Jun 2014 19:37:43 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=1512#comment-805 In reply to Lucia.

Thanks, Lucia :) Yes, go for it! I think as long as you have something to offer and a well worded email, you will get response from some people!

]]> By: Lucia https://charlieontravel.com/how-to-travel-and-get-free-accommodation/#comment-804 Wed, 25 Jun 2014 18:31:10 +0000 http://charlieontravel.com/?p=1512#comment-804 This is awesome advice! I had never thought about asking lodges for a free stay ine xchange for writing about them, thanks!

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