Interesting Alternatives To A Hotel Stay

Do you love travelling but wish there was something more in your hotel stay? Would you like to experience something new? Check out these interesting places to stay on your next adventure.

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Homestays

First, you must contact a reputable organization that arranges homestays so that you can be safe while you are on vacation. A homestay is just that. You sleep in someone’s guestroom or on the living room couch. In many instances, this option is free. Sometimes the homeowners charge a small fee. This is a great way to meet locals and experience their day-to-day lives. You can get involved with their activities. You need to have an open-mind when you choose a homestay. You also have to be trustworthy and you need to trust and respect your hosts. You should be flexible and friendly to the locals.

Farmstay

Ready to flex your muscles and work in a farm? These are very popular in Australia, New Zealand and Europe. You don’t necessarily have to work day in and day out. You can do simple tasks such as feeding the animals. You can also learn a new skill such as making cheese and other handicraft projects. If you want to escape your busy city life and experience the simple life on the farm, this is for you. Remember though there is no night life in the farm so you should really take this time to relax and rejuvenate your mind and body.

Academic Housing

Live the college life all over again! Many colleges and universities open their dorms for rent. If you’ve stayed in a college dorm, you know what it’s like. There will be plenty of action around the campus though so you can party like a student again.

Home Exchange

Home exchanges are gaining popularity among budget travellers. As the name suggests, you swap houses with another traveller or family. You can have all the comforts of home while travelling. You have to pay an annual fee to become a member of a home exchange network. It does not cost a lot and you can easily recoup your costs if you travel regularly. This option is not for the paranoid traveller. You have to be able to trust the other family and they should also be able to trust yours to keep their house safe and clean.

Camping

If you can rough it, then camping can be a wonderful experience for you and your family. You sleep under the stars, cook meals over a campfire and enjoy nature. You have to be wary of mosquitoes, bugs and wild animals though so be sure to go camping on a popular camping spot.

If that’s not for you but you still want to sleep under the stars, go glamping. It’s a glamorized version of camping wherein you stay in a cabin with electricity and running water and all the perks of a hotel.

Make your travels more interesting with these great hotel alternatives. Just remember to be safe, have an open mind and enjoy the experience.

Hi, my name is Leigh. I am an adventurer and a blogger. I am also partners with a site that specializes in bespoke Kenya safari trips.

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