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Begin House Sitting in Europe: A Guide to Spain, Germany, Portugal and Beyond

Lauren Newman09 mins
So, what is house sitting?House sitting is an exchange of services, where house sitters look after the homeowners’ house in return for free accommodation. Since starting our journey in Europe in 2014, GoTravelDaily has completed over 15 house sits in eight different European countries. These opportunities have ranged from luxurious weekend breaks to three-month long-term arrangements. As house sitting experts, we are here to guide you in finding your first house sitting jobs in Europe.
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Top Countries for House Sitting: Where to Begin Your Adventure

Lauren Newman06 mins
When you first start house sitting abroad, it can feel overwhelming due to intense competition among house sitters. Additionally, you may have fewer references than others. However, securing your first house sit can open doors to exciting adventures in new countries. Don’t worry; we have compiled a list of the BEST countries to begin your house sitting journey. These countries usually have an abundance of house sits, are easy to navigate for English speakers, and are generally traveler-friendly for first-time adventurers.
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Ultimate House Sitting Guide for Athens and Greece

Joshua Liu07 mins
House sitting in Greece is a fascinating, terrifying, and enchanting way to immerse yourself in the culture and beauty of Athens. After a personal experience house sitting in Athens for five weeks, I would like to share valuable tips on how to find and secure your dream house sitting jobs throughout Greece and beyond. Additionally, I’ll delve into my own house sitting journey in Athens, highlighting the highs, lows, and everything in between to provide an authentic insight into what it’s like to house sit in this remarkable city.
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Experience House Sitting in Italy: Your Complete Guide

Admin08 mins
This post showcases our all-time favorite house sit, and we hope it inspiresyouto consider house sitting yourself! Over the last two years, our best experience has been the house we cared for in Italy. We first visited in January, and the owners were so generous that they invited us back for a month in the summer. During this time, we enjoyed their hospitality as guests, alongside our house-sitting duties. So, what makes this our ultimate house sit?
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The Ultimate Guide to House Sitting: FAQs Answered

Vodka Man010 mins
When it comes to traveling as house sitters, we are lucky enough to say that we have some experience. For the first two years of our travels, we house sat full-time in various countries, including Australia, the UK, Finland, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Greece, and Germany. We enjoyed unique accommodations like mansions, vineyards, and beach houses, each offering its own perks such as pools and jacuzzis. Consequently, housesitting allowed us to embark on long-term and luxurious travel experiences. Nowadays, we house-sit occasionally but are fully committed to helping newbie house sitters succeed through this blog. While many people think house sitting is an extraordinary idea, others believe they cannot do it. Thus, this guide aims to answer your questions, alleviate your doubts, and leave you thinking, ‘Yes, I should become a house sitter.’
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