Are you itching to take off on your next travel adventure?

Counting down the hours until your next escape?

Plotting your perfect round-the-world trip?

Maybe your dreams of travel are thwarted by a job that ties you down?

Though our careers can often be prohibitive to our travel ambitions, there are certain jobs that can open international doors. Although some of these may be specialist, you may have more transferrable skills than you think.

So whether you have a vocational goal in mind or simply want the chance to work while you explore the world, these three tips will give you the confidence to pursue a careers beyond your comfort zone and explore the world!

1. Hit the books

Education is a stepping stone, and a new qualification could be an instant fast-track to your dream job.

But if you’re worried that traditional study could be too time-consuming for your work and travel ambitions, a distance learning degree might just be the answer.

These remote courses are a flexible alternative to campus education, and many students find them easier to fit around other responsibilities including full-time work and family life. Universities such as ARU Distance Learning also offer courses on a part-time basis for maximum convenience.

These types of qualifications will show a potential employer that you are self-motivated, capable of working independently and that you take action towards your own growth and development, and with courses that take place entirely online, you don’t have to be tied down to one location, meaning you could easily study as you travel if you wanted to!

2. Take a risk

There’s no denying that the job market is difficult right now, and chances are you’re up against big competition in whatever field you’re applying for.

But if you’re not sure what you want from a career in the first place, and simply want a job that enables you to travel, why not take a gamble on unfamiliar professional territory?

Whether it’s waiting tables or tending travellers, travel should take you out of your comfort zone, and your new role could do the same! Not only are you guaranteed to gain new experiences, meet new people and earn new skills, but you could discover a whole new calling!

3. Go freelance

Not every career is suited to the freelance format, but you’d be surprised what saleable skills you may have, just waiting to be transformed into a full-time calling.

Working freelance enables you to call the shots, making your own schedule and, if your work is in high demand, to pick and choose the jobs you take.

The only downside to this type of work is that it can be unstable, so you should be certain you can earn enough to support yourself, particularly if you hope to be a travelling freelancer.

Skills suited to freelance jobs include, but are not limited to, tech expertise, web design and development, writing, art and even teaching!

We hope these three tips help you launch a career that crosses borders and ticks your boxes.