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Visit popular travel destinations during peak season and let someone else pick up the tab for your meals and lodging. There are loads of seasonal jobs available in the tourism industry, and many of them come with free room and board. Wait tables; be a lifeguard; lead hikes; work the front desk; or perform in live shows. There are all sorts of jobs up for grabs. In fact, there are even positions for doctors, massage therapists, chefs and other skilled professionals.

While these types of jobs are typically seasonal in nature, many people make their living by hopping from one tourist location to the next. Work at a beach resort in the summer. Then, move on to a ski resort for the winter. Once you get your foot in the door, it's usually easy to get hired back year after year.

Possible places of employment include cruise ships, resorts, retreats, conference centers, national parks, casinos and summer camps.

Other places to find seasonal tourism jobs: