DRAWBACKS of using WORKAWAY TO TRAVEL // 147

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I talk a lot about why I love using work exchanges to travel, but there are some drawbacks I don't mention often. Here they are!
If you're thinking of doing a work-stay with Workaway or other work exchanges, consider these 8 bits of information before you go. These are things I didn't know before I went, but after 4 Workaways in 4 countries, I noticed these are pretty constant negatives.
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@TChLT 6 жыл бұрын

1:02 1. Limited Free Time 2:33 2. Cannot Work Day-Job 3:43 3. Living with Strangers 4:16 4. You Do Work 5:00 5. You Might Feel Stuck 5:45 6. You Might Get Bored 6:24 7. You Have Little Control 7:27 8. Travel Slowly

@annydobon8106 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks coz I can't watch her speak.

@haderthanuthought405 3 жыл бұрын

O tu iš Lietuvos?

@TChLT 3 жыл бұрын

@@haderthanuthought405 No

@t.i.s.r.oofficial7142 3 жыл бұрын

Ive done dozens of them at this point. 31 countries and counting from alpaca farms to animal sanctuaries and adventure hostels. These are great points, but entire depend on the exchange. Some times I have "worked" (volueenterd) 6 hours a day and others 1 hour a day. Sometimes I worked a lot but had great dinners, another I worked little and was treated to a free skydive. There is no question, Go! However here are some importamt things to keep in mind before going your first time, ask : 1. What will my accomodation be like? 2. Will the commute there be difficult? one time I paid for an 80$ taxi and had no idea it was more than 10$ 3. What is expected of you in terms of work and will i be with another human person 4. What kinds of things does the host do for fun, you are going to integrate with them after all! Enjoy the trip and expect only the good, prepare for the potential bad.

@FearlessJacey 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for adding so much useful info for viewers! 😄👍 I still suggest Workaway all the time. They're great for unexpected experiences!

@t.i.s.r.oofficial7142 3 жыл бұрын

@@FearlessJacey right on fellow vagabond ;) Im headed to another one in the Italian Alps next week from the West coast of the USA. I love the places this platform takes us! Love your videos, safe travels 🙏🎊

@FearlessJacey 3 жыл бұрын

I'm loving exploring the Western USA. I just got to Nevada and it's awesome! Do you have an IG I can follow?

@myriam3029 4 жыл бұрын

Seems to me like these "drawbacks" reside entirely in your reasons for using workaway. If you're using it to get to know locals and meet people, exchange, and engage, these "drawbacks" are actually good things. Whereas, if you're using it to freeload, well yeah, they can be percieved as drawbacks cause nothing is actually free !

@WhenCutVenKat 6 жыл бұрын

Doesn’t sound too bad at all! :)

@Vipenstrike 6 жыл бұрын

Sounds like all the drawbacks are fairly minor :)

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

I think so, considering how much money you save, the connections you can make, and the things you learn. However, it's still good to keep them in mind. 😉 Are you thinking of using Workaway for a work exchange?

@Vipenstrike 6 жыл бұрын

I grew up on a farm in the USA and I dislike cities, so seeing other farms sounds great. I might use a combination of WWOOF and Workaway to visit South America, Europe, Australia, and much more.

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

ooh that's a great idea! When are you thinking of going?

@LICKMYNYNE 5 жыл бұрын

Man this is very tempting

@christopherbozinovich6712 5 жыл бұрын

1. I love to learn new things 2. I enjoy meeting new people. 3. I enjoy walking and if there's rivers or lakes I'll be casting out some line. 4. I'm not a vegetarian, vegan, or have food allergies. 5. I love trying new foods.

@lastavica1396 Жыл бұрын

As a completely newbie in this area, this was extremely helpful 🥳👌 thanks for the information from the first hand. Now I'll discover other videos which could be helpful 😄💪☘️

@MsWarriorchick 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for keeping it real! :)

@FearlessJacey 5 жыл бұрын

There are always 2 sides to a coin!

@SashxMindfreak 3 жыл бұрын

I'm looking into workaway rn, my feelings are: I have to work so much just to be able to afford plane tickets I don't know if I wanna be working there as well lol, even if it's for a couple hours. I feel like it's best to just go on vacation to places far away (if you stay in hostels you'll get the cultural exchange experience anyways) and doing workaway somewhere closer/easier. For me at least.

@FearlessJacey 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Romi! Everyone's experiences are different--you have to do what feels right to you. When I first began traveling, it was with very limited funds and the determination to travel anyway. I found Workaway originally because it was a say to save hundreds of dollars on places to stay. I continued using Workaway because it was such a unique experience and gave me the opportunity to learn new things and be fully immersed in another culture. The experience you get from Workaway is different from a vacation; I'd say it's more of an adventure. :D

@ismaildraou3985 5 жыл бұрын

very cool thanks for this video

@nosechese 5 жыл бұрын

Going to do my first trip in Indonesia in December thank you for this

@DMartinov 4 жыл бұрын

Nose Chesee how was it?

@dcpowered 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, Jacey! Thank you for making this. Very helpful.

@shawnahogan6599 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Jacey, thank you for making this video! I found this while searching for more info about workaway. I am currently unemployed yet wish to make a change and see if this is something that would be worth doing!

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Shawna! I definitely urge you to try using Workaway. When I first thought of traveling, I put the idea off for the "future" because I didn't have the money for it. But once I found out about Workaway, suddenly there were more options. And it's a different (arguably better) experience than simply traveling. I'll do more Workaways in the future, I'm sure.

@cloudman1006 5 жыл бұрын

@@FearlessJacey do you know about this in asia I'm thinking about it tho a couple years down the line

@Letsgogetlosts 5 жыл бұрын

Shawna Batteford I would recommend go to hostel for workaway

@Dee-vlogs 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, your video is really helpful for all. Kindly suggest who is better work exchange or workaway to whom we choose.

@ElisaConnect 5 жыл бұрын

Not many people share their side B of Workaway. Thank you this was very useful!!

@FearlessJacey 5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you found it useful. Something like Workaway makes you think "it's too good to be true," which, to some, it is. But if the things mentioned in this video don't bother you too much, then Workaway could be an absolutely excellent experience!

@crazydrifter13 2 жыл бұрын

Hi could you use a mic to record audio? It's still audible but the quality isn't that good right now.

@shwetalohar2997 2 жыл бұрын

Hiii i am planning my first trip please tell me should I try workway or not?

@mindstroom171 2 жыл бұрын

Nice I am on my 9 workaway know. It is a very slow travel. Visiting my 3 country. Sometimes you travel to slow and you can feel stuck indeed. I had that in the north of norway.

@jacobgarcia2897 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Jacey! what do your emails to workaway host look like? My friend and I are going to attempt doing work away through Italy and Germany, and aren't quite sure what to say.

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Jacob! Good question! In addition to these tips, you can also find information within the Workaway website. I suggest referencing back to their profile so they know you read it all, and that this is not a copy-paste email. If they ask for someone who loves to work outside, mention something about yourself that proves it. When I apply to someone who wants a volunteer who works well with others, I mention my 7 years' restaurant experience. If they want someone in the garden, I mention how much I love gardening and what my experience is with it. The basic structure I use is this: Greeting (with their name if you can find it), short intro ("My name is...I'd like to work on your property in August..."), address requests from profile ("I see you mentioned...I have experience...I'd love to learn..."), short overall character statement ("I use workaway to meet new people...traveling is my passion...culture...learning...etc"), and a nice note at the end ("I hope to hear from you soon...etc."). Be honest and personal.

@wherestheparty_ 3 жыл бұрын

I only had one Workaway experience so far (just doing my second in a few days) and I agree with everything said but these are all things that can be positive too ;) I had the best time doing mine, even though I was quite tired at times. I even had enough time for my "day time" job.

@erinlee7262 3 жыл бұрын

Where are you heading to now?! I didn’t realize workaways were still possible during covid?!:) that gives me hope hehe

@wherestheparty_ 3 жыл бұрын

@@erinlee7262 Tenerife :) yes, sure they are possible!

@FearlessJacey 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you had great workaway experiences. I loved most of mine. I made this video mostly to shine light on some of the "imperfect" aspects of it in case people have a different idea of what they'll be getting into. I still appreciate workaway and recommend it to everyone!

@karolinanz6273 2 жыл бұрын

Hej how was Tenerife?

@kareta24 2 жыл бұрын

What was your daytime job? :)

@chrisboz9073 6 жыл бұрын

I don't have much work experience and I am unemployed. I'd most likely be doing it solo. How much roughly does it cost?

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

When using Workaway, the costs are mostly up to you. Most Workaway agreements involve free room and food in exchange for your time and labor. What you pay for during a Workaway stay is visiting attractions on weekend, going out to dinner, or buying souveniers or extra groceries. You do have to pay for your transportation TO and FROM the Workaway location though.

@chrisboz9073 6 жыл бұрын

Fearless Jacey sounds good!

@geomattech7891 5 жыл бұрын

hi jacey, thanks for video. i would ask you about the hosts who offers payement,how much do they pay ???, and do they can gives work contract for workawayers long term??

@FearlessJacey 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Amin! Honestly, I haven't stayed with any hosts who offer payment. I assume it varies by host though. That can be one of the things you discuss with a host before you decide to join them.

@geomattech7891 5 жыл бұрын

+Fearless Jacey yea i guess that too, thank you jacey for help

@anthonysalameh3960 6 жыл бұрын

Very helpful thank you

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

Happy to help! Are you going on a Workaway soon?

@anthonysalameh3960 6 жыл бұрын

i was untill my friend told me about a volunteering mission in ethiopia so i'll postpone workaway a bit , and thank you for the reply , i might ask you some questions later

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

Volunteering in Ethiopia sounds wonderful. Good luck and feel free to throw any questions my way anytime. 😃

@anthonysalameh3960 6 жыл бұрын

well i do actually have some questions, do you have any tips for me what kind of food should i eat , water to drink because i might spend half or more of the time in rural areas.

@anthonysalameh3960 6 жыл бұрын

and stuff to do and and avoid

@devbisht1660 5 жыл бұрын

I just done my graduation . But I am unemployed as of now,so I want to know do I need money for workaway

@FearlessJacey 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Dev! Sorry for the late reply. When I first left the US, I had only about $4,000 saved up. The great thing about Workaway is you only pay $40 for the membership (a fantastic deal), then transportation to your workaway. Some Workaways are for 3-6 months, some are for 1-4 weeks. There are so many options.

@devbisht1660 5 жыл бұрын

@@FearlessJacey Yea I heard about workaway though. It's kinda nice stuff to do for travelling. And after watching ur Thailand trip video I am about to book a ticket to BANGKOK . Just want to clear the dates when to go .Hope so it goes right .And sorry I couldn't follow u on Instagram. I will do it for sure as Soon as possible. And trust me I wasn't expecting a reply from u .That shows how ground to earth u are . Thanks again

@joanapanxhi7525 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Jacey 💕 I hope you see this comment! First of all I want to say that I really love your videos and I am glad I found your channel!! Second, I've got this question about workaway that I wanted to ask. Do you pay yourself for the tickets or what? I mean how does it function? I also want some suggestions on which place to choose because I just finished high school and I don't want to get to college immediately. Kisses for you girl😘

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Joana! Thank you, I'm glad you found it too. 😬 In regards to traveling to your Workaway, that is all on you. Workaway itself is just a platform, like AirBnB or Facebook. It allows you to connect with hosts who agree to put you up in exchange for some work. I think Workaway is a fantastic way to spend some free time before going to college. I learned so much from my Workaway experiences. I was overwhelmed when I first decided to travel with Workaway. I mean there are literally thousands of phenomenal opportunities around the globe. How do you choose? I used Google Flights to search for the cheapest plane ticket to Europe (I just had Europe in mind at the time). Flights to Paris and Toulouse were relatively inexpensive, so I decided to search for a Workaway in France. I found a fantastic place, messaged back and forth for a few days, Skyped the hosts, and booked my flight once they said I can come. It was truly a wonderful time. Let me know if you have any other questions! I'd love to help if I can.

@joanapanxhi7525 6 жыл бұрын

Fearless Jacey Thank you so so much for answering it was absolutely helpful 💕 I really want to try USA first because it'll be my first workaway and I want a safe place (at least safer than Afrcia or even Asia). Thank you for helping me on my vision about Workaway 🌹💕 ( I'm from Europe btw that's why I want to try America first) Lots of love for you 💕

@jvillz 6 жыл бұрын

I love your videos!

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jefren! 😬

@winda646 Жыл бұрын

Nice❤️🙏👍👍👍👍

@happytime2781 5 жыл бұрын

I work by the agency last time mostly in the hospital (over a year) and today gave up full time there. Will hang out with agency here and there. It had for a long time these idea to gave up everything and go work in hostels here and there. Recently I found about workaways and get pretty exited about it but after these video and lost most of enthusiasm.....

@FearlessJacey 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Daniel! I only posted this video to be as transparent as possible. All of the other Workaway videos I made were about the things I love about Workaway, so I wanted to be honest. I still hugely recommend trying Workaway. If I had to redo it, I'd go back and do all 4 Workaways again. Please don't let this dissuade you. I just want to add a pinch of salt to let you know that this, like most things, is not 100% happiness and rainbows. I hope you still give it a try. If you go and don't like it, you can always return. But if you don't go, you'll just continue to be where you are. As a rule of thumb, I say learning from experiences is better than having no new experiences.

@FreyaGem 5 жыл бұрын

Just go try and it and see for yourself. It doesn’t serve anyone to live their life based on other people’s opinions and experiences!

@sabariahiscookingtoday.6694 5 жыл бұрын

But they only work 5 hours 5 days right? On the weekend, the 2 days off..you can go out and check around the place by yourself I am sure..So..I think that is enough to check around..then after the WorkAway maybe you could stay 2 days extra to check the place out again. Am I right? I am going to start my 3 months WorkAway projects in KL and Penang from June to September...but still I really would like to know what work I can do while travel. I want to see the World. But I don't want to worry about money. Not to get rich..just don't want run out of spending money. And importantly the Flight..to your destination. How you want to buy the ticket if you are broke? Right?

@FearlessJacey 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, those are excellent questions! The work requirements change by host, so make sure to read their profile carefully.Your days off aren't likely to be weekends, just any 2 days. Sometimes your host might want three 8 hour days, or six 4 hour days, etc. It depends on the work. The host may be nice enough to show you the local area in your time off. Usually I spent zero dollars during my workaway stays, but I didn't buy souvenirs and I ate what the family provided for me. Best of luck!!

@adrianadios5041 5 жыл бұрын

You can just do some work online also reasearch passive income streams 😉

@hendrsb33 5 жыл бұрын

A quick question: What sort of equipment are you using to make your videos? I'm embarking on very much the same path as you and I want to document as a blog and KZfaq videos. So I'm curious as to what you're using to document your adventures. I assuming you're using a laptop... what sort of laptop are you using? What sort of camera are you using? A cell phone camera? Digital camera? Also, what software are you using for video editing? Lastly, are there any other details I have missed or should consider? Best of luck with your adventures!

@FearlessJacey 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Hendrsb33, I currently have a Macbook Pro and Nikon 5600, but started with my old Dell and a GoPro. Most of my videos were from the GoPro Hero 5. IT's not the best, but it did the job. Until my harddrive broke. I recommend a laptop with a SSD with less moving parts.

@hendrsb33 5 жыл бұрын

@@FearlessJacey Thanks for the reply! I'm creating a vlog around building sustainable earthship housing in Brazil. I've already got camera and sound equipment but the last step is getting the laptop for video editing. I'm already gathering footage so that when I have the laptop in hand, I already have plenty of footage to work with. By the time I'm ready to publish, I want to already be well-versed in using my equipment and have a clear plan of storytelling. Best o' luck!

@rafal777jojoboy5 6 жыл бұрын

Looking for some friends to workaway with. I've never done it before but I want to try. I'm from Europe .Btw is it better to travel solo or with a friend? And can I travel with a friend to the same host ?

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Rafal. Great question! You can travel with a friend. You can even make a Couples Account if you're in a couple. I've only ever used Workaway as a solo traveler though. I've gone to hosts where I was the only Workawayer and where I was a group of 4-8. Personally, I prefer going to hosts where I'm not the only volunteer, then I can make friends and spend time with the other volunteers too. If you have a friend from home who wants to join you, you can both apply on solo accounts, or create a couples account. It's up to the host to decide if they want one or both of you to join them. Hope that helps! Let me know if you have any other questions! 😁😁😁

@rafal777jojoboy5 6 жыл бұрын

Fearless Jacey Hi Jacey and thanks so much for your response.I have this one friend who has done Workaway for probably 2 years now or even more but it was always solo. Now I was thinking or joining that friend and learn from this friend on my first Workaway

@rafal777jojoboy5 6 жыл бұрын

Fearless Jacey You are such a nice and open person :)

@rafal777jojoboy5 6 жыл бұрын

Fearless Jacey Do you think it's better to travel solo and then make friends at the hosts or start with going with a friend /friends you already know straight from the beginning?

@FearlessJacey 6 жыл бұрын

I love traveling solo and think you should try it!

@ibrahimbelabbes265 4 жыл бұрын

Please can you help me .ibrahim from Algeria

@scottysblog7317 2 жыл бұрын

You also need a work visa for paid work abroad.

@belindaderri6355 3 жыл бұрын

Nice content. Please can one take part with kids?

@UncoveredSoul 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have to pay for your own travel?

@midoritakano6418 4 жыл бұрын

I wann know this too?

@UncoveredSoul 4 жыл бұрын

@@midoritakano6418 I have done some more research and the hosts will only provide food and shelter the flights have to be paid for by yourself and have extra money to pay for travel at whichever place you are wanting to go

@rafaela__geremia 7 ай бұрын

I loved the video! I went to Ireland for workaway and it was a fantastic experience!! I made a vlog about my experience there and posted it here on my channel if you want to see it too❤️

@LLLLLLLLLucas 3 жыл бұрын

Too many variables... Never appealed to me.

@sergiotursi6458 3 жыл бұрын

you may appear on epstein island

@kgf_2030 3 жыл бұрын

I just want free food and free stay. I am ready to work.

@FearlessJacey 3 жыл бұрын

You should totally do it!

@martnholvs6053 4 жыл бұрын

My husband and I have hosted over 100 workawayers in the last five years, this rundown of the "bad things " about workaway is testament that you really don't get what it is all about.

@FearlessJacey 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Martn, that's amazing that you've hosted so many workawayers. I used several workaway stays for over 4 months of travel in Europe and truly appreciate the platform. I often get questions and comments from people who think of workaway as a free place to crash, even asking if hosts will buy plane tickets! I made this video to help reroute some of the folks who have these specific worries about workaway. In several of my other videos I show my gratitude for the platform and the great experiences I've had during my stays. Thanks again for being a host!

@user-ri6mt3fm3u 4 жыл бұрын

Anything else please 😜

@alessandrovento278 Жыл бұрын

First of all, workway is a platform where you connect with other people.. So if for you is an issue sharing and living with strangers, it means you didn't understand at all what is all this about.👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻 Really disappointing your feedback!

@tracypeel6424 Жыл бұрын

She's explaining what could be the disadvantages for some people, not herself, so that they can make up their own mind whether it would suit them.

@atlantaogatlantaoh3546 2 жыл бұрын

2 hrs to eat with the host and 2 hrs a day spending time with them ? Lmao you’re prob the person who wants to please everybody you don’t have to do any of those things