Been thinking of a sabbatical from work? Well, looks like the time has come! Airbnb is looking for volunteers from Dubai to go to Bahamas. Earlier, the company sent a group of people on a month-long scientific mission to Antartica. After the terrible hurricane in August 2019, the Bahamas is now taking baby steps to come back in game and welcome tourists. Airbnb is giving you the chance for two months to live in this island and attract more tourists.
What’s It?
Airbnb is looking for volunteers to spend two months in the Bahamas. Who’s craving a sabbatical in an island? And if you turn out to be the lucky one, you will be spending summer (April & May) in Andros, Exumas, and Eleuthera.
And don’t think you can chill! Wait for it. When in Andros underwater and travel photographer, Katie Storr, for a coral restoration programe as well as assist in growing new coral. You will then continue your journey to Exuma, which is famous for the Bahamas’ first-ever national park and clear waters. Spend your day participating in conch conservation, traditional boatbuilding, and sailing.
The last lap of your journey will be to Eleuthera, where you can soak in pristine pink beaches, as well as practice pineapple farming, harvest sea salt and study native species.
Chris Lehane, Senior Vice President of Global Policy and Communications of Airbnb. said: “As The Bahamas rebuilds, it’s a privilege to work together with the Bahamas National Trust to support and shine a spotlight on a nation whose economies are benefited by tourism.”
Those who wish to apply must know to speak fluent English and must be over 18 years of age. Hurry, fill in your applications before18 February!
What Else?
We’ve found a super quirky stay option in Sydney that will let you experience what its like to stay in jail. Located in the by-lanes of King’s Park, a woman named Liz, is renting out her basement for travelers who are up to live like a criminal. The place seriously looks like a dog shelter, with almost no amenities.
The specially-designed BDSM cage is priced at $150 per night, for no amenities (if we may say so). The cage is equipped with a blanket, a bottle of water and another empty water bottle for nature calls. Well, if you’re picky about toilets, you definitely know this one’s not for you! The listing also mentions wireless internet and smoke detector, but we really wouldn’t want to set expectations.
There are no beds, couches, sofas or even chairs! That said, the property is no suitable for infants or children. Liz, the property’s owner said: “The ones who have stayed via my website are already making plans to come back.” She also added that one particular guest stayed in the cage for 17 hours.
The cage is monitored by a camera and guests are also given a walkie talkie through which Liz stays in touch. The owner also added that the cage is a form of stress-relief for people who come there.
Would you dare to spend a night here?
First Published: January 29, 2020 9:48 AM