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Hostel Naples, Italy

Come help in our Friendly Cozy Hostel in the middle of Napoli

25h/week Housekeeping Reception
From 4 to 8 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hotel Zell am See, Austria

Exploring the Austrian Alps whilst helping out at our Hotel

30h/week Kitchen Hand Reception Cleaning Bartending
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 2 meals
  • 4.5
  • High demand

Hospitality Skrova, Norway

Join us in Lofoten's little Hawaii ;)

25h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Reception Bartending
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
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Guest House Ericeira, Portugal

Help in our nice SurfGuesthouse in Ericeira Portugal!!

25h/week Cleaning Reception Housekeeping
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.5
  • High demand

Hostel Westport, Ireland

Come to Westport! voted the best place to live in Ireland!!!!

25h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
From 3 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hostel Alpes-Maritimes, France

LAS MINUTE APRIL Help our guets and enjoy the French Riviera

25h/week Party Promoter Administration Reception
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • High demand

Hospitality Provincia di Terni, Italy

Help us welcoming our guests, countryside hospitality

30h/week Cleaning Kitchen Hand Reception Bartending
At least 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hostel Milan, Italy

Join our vibrant hostel family in Milan!

32h/week Tour Guide Party Promoter Reception
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • High demand

Hostel Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Ayudanos con nuestro hostel y disfruta de la mágica Tenerife! :)

25h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hostel Sevilla, Spain

¡Vive Sevilla con nosotros desde su barrio más pintoresco!

16h/week Reception
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • High demand

Hostel Amsterdam, Netherlands

Join us as a volunteer!

24h/week Night Shift Party Promoter Cleaning Reception
From 4 to 12 weeks Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • High demand

Hostel Oxford, United Kingdom

🌍 Join our Oxford team as an International Volunteer! 🎒

24h/week Housekeeping Reception Party Promoter Cleaning
At least 30 days Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hostel Tromso, Norway

Have a lot of free time to go for the aurora hunt while voluteering with us!

20h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
From 4 to 12 weeks Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hostel Alpes-Maritimes, France

Help us with the check-in in the French Riviera

25h/week Party Promoter Administration Reception
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • High demand

Surf Camp Burgau, Portugal

Receptionist in a Little Paradise - Portugal Applications

25h/week Tour Guide Party Promoter Administration Reception
From 4 to 12 weeks Tent 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Shared Home Città metropolitana di Roma Capitale, Italy

Come and live an incredible experience in Rome

24h/week Cleaning Bartending Party Promoter Reception
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm

How many countries are there in Europe?

It’s nice to remember that Europe is different from the European Union (EU). The EU is an economic and political union of 28 countries. It allows free movement of goods, capital, services and people (including visitors!) between member states. When it started in 1951, only Belgium, Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands participated. On the other hand, the continent of Europe comprises 50 countries. There are several nations with territory in both Europe and Asia like Turkey and Russia. They are considered to be “transcontinental”. 

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Is Eastern Europe worth visiting?

Eastern Europe is a term with many definitions! For people who travel to Europe, like tourists or backpackers, it usually refers to countries like Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Austria, Croatia, Slovakia and others. These countries are known as generally cheaper than Central or Western Europe. In Prague you can find beer as good as in Munich! In Krakow you can learn about the world’s history by visiting Auschwitz and other museums. In Viena you can experience the Opera! Buda Castle in Budapest dates back to 1265! The region is definitely worth visiting if you enjoy saving money while having amazing experiences.

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Can I go to Europe using Worldpackers?

Yes! At Worldpackers you will find hostels, camping sites, NGOs, guesthouses, eco lodges, farms...you name it! Use your skills to exchange work for accomodation in Europe. You can check our host list and make a profile for free. Once you provide info about your skills and travel goals, you can schedule a trip by becoming a member of the Worldpackers community for only $49 a year!

How Worldpackers works: the complete guideTime to prepare for your trip as a worldpacker!

How do Worldpackers trips work?

As a member, you can contact as many hosts and travel safely as many times as you want.

Choose your plan to travel with Worldpackers as many times as you like.

Complete your profile, watch the video lessons in the Academy, and earn certificates to stand out to hosts.

Apply to as many positions as you like, and get in contact with our verified hosts.

If a host thinks you’re a good fit for their position, they’ll pre-approve you.

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers.

Have a transformative experience and make a positive impact on the world.

If anything doesn’t go as planned with a host, count on the WP Safeguard and our highly responsive support team!

After volunteering, you and your host exchange reviews.

With positive reviews, you’ll stand out to hosts and get even more benefits.

Check out all our plans Learn more about how it works