Work exchange opportunities in Portugal

How to work in a hostel in Portugal?

Working in a hostel in Portugal is a great way to enjoy summer in Europe. Portugal’s history, culture and food are fascinating enough for a trip, but rest assured, there is more. Exchange work for free accommodation in Portugal and save money to wander around the country’s 850 km coastline of breathtaking beaches. Besides hostels, there are plenty of other places to live and work in Portugal like surf camps, guesthouses, campings, homestays and others.

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What kind of hostel jobs are available in Portugal?

Need a change of scenery? Wanna get away from your daily routine? If you’re traveling on a budget, consider work exchange in Portugal! It’s very easy to find hostel work away from home in Portugal. Get to know the land of port wine and pastel de belém while saving money with accommodation! You can do a variety of hostel jobs in Portugal, like bartending, reception, cleaning, gardening or even photography. You can also work in a surf camp and enjoy a relaxing time by the beach ;)

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Work Exchange programs in Porto

Why work and travel in Portugal?

Portugal is a very sought after place for those interested in working abroad and getting to know Europe. The country receives a lot of tourists every year who are interested in seeing all the cultural and natural wealth to be found there. A more economic way to get to know the region is through working in exchange for accommodation, where the lodging is free to you in exchange for a few hours of work. You can use the money saved to take trips to nearby cities.

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Tips for work exchange in Portugal

Tourism in Portugal is so strong because of the region’s history, making the country a great place to go on a cultural exchange. Many go to the region to see the museums, churches, castles and monuments. Others go in search of the beautiful scenery and bustle of Porto and Lisboa. If you want to get to know more of the country in a more economical way, you can work in a hostel for accommodation and invest in traveling to cheaper places in the area.

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How to do work exchange in Portugal with Worldpackers?

At Worldpackers you can find a list of hosts that need your help to keep things running smoothly. Start by making a nice profile, tell us about yourself and your skills and find jobs in Portugal with accommodation. In exchange for a few hours of work a day, you can have a place to sleep and benefits like meals, free laundry, tours and more. What are you waiting for? Life is short, become a member and let’s make your trip happen!

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