How I Became A Full Time Travel YouTuber | Digital Nomad Lifestyle + Budget Tips

If you've ever had fantasies of leaving behind your 9-5 job and doing something you LOVE or just traveling more while on a limited budget, this video is for you! In this video I'm going to tell you guys how I went from being a part time waitress to a full time travel youtuber in just 6 months! My life completely changed and I learned that traveling the world isn't quite as expensive or complicated as it initially seemed. There are so many more opportunities now to be a digital nomad and also keep your expenses very low. I hope this video will inspire you to follow your passions and see the world! Let me know your thoughts in the comments xx
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[@danieldey]

"when in reality, there are no guarantees with anything in life. We are never even promised tomorrow.".... So true!

[@darshanchaudhari2220]

Hi alina this video is inspired me to come out from my comfort zone and teaches me how to fund our expenses. I hope you will never cancel your trip just because of money. Good luck to you. Keep going on.

[@mrnosimping8319]

Hey, I came across your channel at random a few years ago when I became interested in travelling to Russia and Ukraine! So pleased for you that your audience has grown so much, congratulations! 😊

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@SlavicUnionGaming]

I will tell you how I found your channel Alina back in 2016, I watched a video called: You know you’re dating a Russian woman, And that’s what lead me to your channel, I’ve been your top subscriber ever since, giving you nice comments!

[@rolandozaragozadanao6231]

wow this is a good idea i learned something in this video thanks for sharing this

[@faceglider]

Belief in self is the most important, I think. Thanks for your wisdom.

[@MitosVC]

Sunday, Easter & your Inspiration. Beautiful combination + useful information :) I see how You can be truly happy when traveling & your positive energy changes the world around for the better. I hope & pray so that You can be just as happy in the near future. Stay safe & stay happy! ❤️

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much and same to you! Happy Easter!

[@Oliver-tm7jm]

I dip in and out every few months and I'm really happy that your channel has blown up. First came across your video on Moldova/Transinistria when I was looking to take my GF away for her 30th and we decided to go there. May the growth continue!

[@AlinaMcleod]

That’s wonderful! Thank you!

[@davidellis5141]

I have been delayed in becoming a digital nomad until 2021 but that won't stop me from traveling ! & I hope to one day see you in a far away place. 😎

[@ShigeruWakita]

Hi Alina, thank you for sharing information. I was very excited and listened to the talk with increasing interest. I really long for your journey will resume in a very near future. Take a good rest in Saskatoon with your dad before your next journey. Be your own kind of beautiful!!!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much :)

[@PaulV.]

What I like about Alina is her honesty and how open she is. Most youtubers don't actually disclose their revenues and expenses, previous jobs etc. Hope she will reach 100k subscribers this year and could afford to live in any place of the world where she wishes :)

[@xDemoniac]

the hardest thing is to believe in "the kindness of strangers"

[@rabinkinanatolij777]

Здравствуйте Алина!Приветствую вас из Санкт-Петербурга! Думаю что деньги потраченные в Мариинке того стоят.Согласен по всем пунктам, и думаю что вы приобрели в этом путешествии неоценимый опыт!Главное не сидеть и не ждать а идти вперёд и побеждать!Я рад что своей подпиской оказал вам посильную помощь!Удачи вам и Здоровья вашим близким!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Спасибо! С Пасхой :)

[@rabinkinanatolij777]

@@AlinaMcleod Ой простите !!!! Праздником Светлой Пасхой всю вашу семью Храни вас Господь!

[@debatoshganguly2909]

Fantastic Alina. You're very clear of your anything description. It's the 1st point of your success. And the 2nd one is you believe in yourself. These two are the most essentials of one's progress. I enjoyed a lot this episode. God bless you.

[@FightKlipHit]

Уже видно оптимизм в глазах,красивая и храбрая путешественница Алина,скоро снова в путь!А лайфхак сейчас в мире только один,Медицинская маска!Самое главное ее не забыть взять с собой!!!

[@DS-ot4ks]

Alina, I do not know you, but I love the fact you are so down to earth and real. It is refreshing to see and hear how you accomplished your feat and took a step out in faith. You are so humble, I love that. I truly love your videos. I believe you are an amazing woman. Love the music and your voice is beautiful. I am curious how many languages do you speak?

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much! I speak just Russian and English.

[@annyvitoria2662]

0:02 your smile exudes happiness

[@tristanstonger4166]

Alina my dear i have missed see your vlog and you so much, I am so glad to see you again and that you are good, safe and home. Please know that some of us really love you and what you do and pray for your safety. Hope to meet you in Montana or Canada one day soon. I am going to Ukraine someday soon hopefully and will use your airbnb and experiences as my framework. I traveled like you do many years ago doing reconstructive surgery all over the world and learned 5 languages as part of it all. You will NEVER EVER regret it my dear. Bravo girl , love you so

[@AlinaMcleod]

Aw thank you so much! Stay healthy and high spirited as well!

[@turbinexman]

I love your videos and commentary!! I'm sorry that I forgot your birthday in February!! Anyway, Happy "Belated" Birthday Alina!!

[@dennisspackman4874]

Thx for the video. Reminds me of the first long trip i went on. Similar concerns and doubts initially.

[@margallardo131]

i like your channel more informative, and I like to visit the eastern Europe, I was schedule to visit Poland , Hungary Austria and Germany, but due to c-19 my travel agency cancel the trip so I was looking to visit Montenegro, Serbia Croatia, in the future probably next year, so I just watching your trips I enjoy it

[@user-hm9zi3rr9l]

Алина, привет из Питера. Твой ролик из эрмитажа обалденный,а ты в нём шедевр. Ждём тебя на берегах Невы. Успехов в творчестве.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Спасибо! :)

[@zambianyoutuberx]

Am really loving you! You are very educative!

[@richardhull6595]

Hey, Alina, I've been entertained by you for a few months now. I travel the world thru your eyes. Thanks. Keep it up. I typically check in a couple times a week. I enjoy mostly your European and Russia videos. So, to get back at you........"keep staying your on kind of beautiful"

[@markp448]

My struggles taught me to achieve my goals. Your experiences improve my endeavors.

[@huboftruthbymichael1921]

Thanks so much for all the tips and information you shared on this video. I wondered about your apartment and being able to maintain that during your long time away from home. Thanks for clarifying that as I did not want to ask you that being a personal issue. I feel a lot more comfortable just learning and following you because of my dream to visit Russia and Ukraine myself as soon as I can. I don't think I would even know where to start without your great input and convincing me to follow my heart and do what I have always wanted. Hats off to you and glad to know you are healthy and continuing to enjoy your life, even during this major world health issue. Keep smiling and stay with us dear, we need your smiles and good vibes you always have for watching your work and sharing. Cheers !!

[@adrianchan3172]

Great video Alina!:)

[@svetzy]

Thank you for your openness and honesty! It is encouraging to learn about a "real" person doing awesome things and making ends meet. And hell yeah on the "believing in myself" part! That has been the #1 contributor to my success and one of the top things people who say they could never do it can't seem to understand.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Absolutely :)

[@meetworldhome]

Hi Alina, thank you for sharing. This video really helps :)

[@AlinaMcleod]

I'm so glad! Hope you guys are doing well!

[@shiningstar6659]

Have an amazing day and thanks for sharing. 🌷♥️

[@trhall7406]

Terrific thoughtful information. Excellent!!!! 😀👍🌟😀👍👍

[@user-sv4fu3ik3c]

I improved my English with you, thx a lot!

[@AlinaMcleod]

I'm glad!

[@user-sv4fu3ik3c]

​@@AlinaMcleod, you're also pretty cute and doubly nice to watch your videos

[@ZQL1533]

Same here!

[@larrybxl5406]

I am Canadian living in Spain. I pay €35/month for internet + mobile phone with 10GB data roaming and unlimited calls inside Spain. Within the EU there's no extra fee for data roaming. The rates in Canada are terrible!!

[@lukelovewins9078]

Cool breakdown, been thinking about Traveling for a while now. I Enjoy your videos, gotta check out the Airbnb. Be Safe.🙏👍✌😎

[@BeniSedano]

learning lots from your channel. thank you

[@johngonzalez4298]

Happy Sunday Alina 🙏🏻

[@AlinaMcleod]

Happy Sunday to you too!

[@johngonzalez4298]

You're welcome! You are a natural beauty Alina

[@user-bg1sd1vj4z]

14:13 great place to visit ...congrats to the new vlogs

[@Macky1101]

Yeah. You do look good when you're all dolled up with all the make-up and the whole shabang. But you are naturally stunning without all of that as well 0:00 to 0:20

[@tusharrana5956]

Awesome vlog😊

[@wt32592]

Really nice videos. Good personality and I just fell in love with your eyes.

[@moresugartradercc2744]

awesome story what I learned in life without risk there is no reward glad it worked out for you

[@atishgaikwad7034]

Keep it up leady i from India and your fluent english is great to learn such like me

[@korbendallas1973]

Алина, ты меня удивила! Ради цели ты многое пережила, но осуществила свою мечту! Всётаки в тебе есть русский дух! ❤

[@legitpower5016]

Смотрю твой видео и учу Английский язык...Я из Молдовы. Удачи тебе и по больше подписчиков.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Спасибо!

[@boblacks945]

I hope that you will soon be able to travel the world again. Not being able to watch new videos now has really made me appreciate how much I truly enjoy your trips. It is only when we lose something that we can really understand its significance.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Aw thank you so much. Many more adventures to come!

[@naturalexplorer]

Good for you to follow your dreams. Very well done.

[@CostiTaby]

Hello from Romania, your huge fan!

[@nancywysemen7196]

wonderful,good for you.

[@lolovest]

The other source is fundraising with a plan you want to do for traveling, much like a publication project that ask donation from your fans, there are some fundraising sites that could do so, just do a search.

[@Manuel-gu9ls]

Oh this is exciting

[@annyvitoria3074]

I love your vlog

[@didirahadian3463]

Alina, your explanation is so inspiring to those young person , a proper plan is a must. A smart beautiful girl you are

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you!

[@djames693]

God bless you Alina! Amen.

[@nehemiasventura5252]

I'm learning English with you and I love your eyes...

[@michaelwalters7333]

🤘Thanks for the Videos👏👏

[@Mohsen_Afshari]

That's interesting whenever you talk about your father! The way you speak about him is full of emotions! I think he is not your biological father, but you still love him proudly, interesting! 😚

[@christopherdufoulon5500]

I’ve felt for you so much in that video, when you look back it, your probably thinking... never again, I’ll know next time...

[@ADayintheLifeofRia]

In my decision to travel, I look up the cost of apartments or airbnb's and how much the food at the grocery stores are and try to base my decision to stay there on that because that is my biggest factors that I will spend my money on. I'm super frugal so they are the main two things I spend my money on during traveling. I use WiFi as much as I can to save on getting a phone plan. Lol. I hope to be able to be a full time traveler soon without having to work for someone else! 🙏💫

[@user-oq9io5kt1i]

Спасибо Алина за практику выживания!

[@Reporterfy]

Now this is a fun video.

[@AlinaMcleod]

haha thanks

[@Slavenki]

Вы молодец, Алина ! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@ElwoodAndersonNV]

Since you are now traveling in foreign countries a lot, you might want to consider using Google Fi as your cell phone service. Unlimited talk and text in $20 per month. Fi also automatically switches to WiFi whenever it's available, so data use will be minimal when you're traveling mainly in cities and staying in hotels. You don't have to switch SIM cards in different countries, since Fi is world wide with service in most countries. In fact, with Google phones and a few others, you don't even need a SIM card. If you do need to use cell data, you only pay for what you use and the maximum data charges you can incur is $60 per month. There are no contracts involved and you can turn the service off and on at will.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@laurieivanchuk5587]

Great vidro

[@Svetlana-says-it-as-it-is.]

Thanks for sharing your tips with us people often wonder how is even possible? Some landlords and landladies do allow tenants to sublet and get house/flat mates. We also have people that don’t believe what you and other travel vlogers do and they make their comments. I would like to go on a few long trips like you’ve gone but because of what I do I don’t think it’s gonna happen anytime soon but maybe one day when I have more time and financial freedom.

[@AlinaMcleod]

It does help so much to have a place that you're able to rent out. I hope you are still able to make some amazing trips and go to all your dream places! Thank you so much for all your support to my work! :)

[@user-pg3gm7ub7c]

Благодарю вас за русские суб титры. Интересно вас слушать и смотреть. удачи вам и больше новых выпусков

[@AlinaMcleod]

Спасибо!

[@worldtravelsouthafrica6994]

True l done so many things same as u....keep it up

[@arthurzengeler8296]

Thanks for the financial information. I've been wondering about that. I've been thinking, you must make a lot of money. Your so good at telling people, what it's like, and what to expect, going to so many different places. I think tho, you should be making more, or someday wilI. I have also travelled extensively. I considered doing what you do. However, after watching your videos, I cou not do them, nearly as good as you. Mainly, because you speak English and Russian, fluently, and you seem to have a lot of energy. But you asked ,if anyone has any travel experience or advice. For me, I would work a job, and save up money. Then quit thee job, and move to a city or place I was interested in. Then get an appt., and rent it month to month, for 3 months. I would really get to know the bplace good. Then I would spend one month, traveling around that area of the country. After four months, go home, and go back to work.

[@Fan-zx1lz]

Is this possible in any country? To work like that?

[@arthurzengeler8296]

@@Fan-zx1lz I'm not exactly sure what you mean, I think tho, the answer is yes, at least in most countries. Some I know, do not what you to take photos and videos. But even those ones, will allow regular tourist type of things. Even North Korea, but you have to have a government guide with you, who will tell you what you can and can't do.

[@Fan-zx1lz]

@@arthurzengeler8296 I was asking about part time job in foreign countries.

[@georgebousoulas7096]

Great words great character

[@tirl7658]

Ну, это не всё, Алина. Твоё путешествие получилось потому что ты знаешь русский язык и немного понимаешь русский менталитет. Это давало тебе преимущества перед другими западными блогерами. Кроме того, твоё знание русского языка привлекло много русскоязычной подписоты, которая создала определенный хайп каналу. Ты, конечно, очень милая девушка, но ключевое в твоем путешествии: Россия - знание русского языка - активность русскоязычных в ютубе (видать свободного времени много у них)). Повторить это в другой стране будет не просто. Ну, а вообще ты, конечно, большая молодец. Удачи тебе.

[@nvkotian7539]

Hi Alina. You look stunningly beautiful. Your eyes, hair, skin, the way you talk , how you talk and what you talk all those things accentuate beauty of your personality. I stumbled upon you while I was watching the Video of Nomadic Indian when you are in South India; if I am not mistaken. Anyway I enjoy watching your Vlogs especially when I am at home in quarantine time. You are really amazing. I watched your video on Transnistria which I think no Vloger ever ventured into going there and most of the people around the World not aware of that country called Transnistria. Thanks for that. Love from Mumbai, India.

[@han5n87]

очень хорошо, вдумчиво всё рассказываешь.. это приятно, как и смотреть на красивую девушку), (сделал вывод для себя, очень скорее хочешь в путешествие, в каждом слове это было) здоровья тебе, и.. спасибо за субтитры)

[@annyvitoria2662]

9:36 Beautiful hair

[@jorahman5085]

Woow ur so cute and amazing. Thanks for ur info n im preparing to go Travel after the border open

[@Super-cb3ic]

Way to go chasing your dreams. If I only had that courage.

[@jameshannum7270]

Alina, Airbnb just staying in someone's apartment or house, while they're travelling, or they live somewhere else, perhaps in the same city, and rent their spare apartment to you to make some money. Right? I've been travelling in the former USSR for 24 years. I really like the old Soviet era apartment buildings. They are un-remodeled, 3 generations living in few rooms, bedrooms convert to living rooms during day, big pot of soup cooking, tiny intimate kitchen. Older women stand at the train stations with "KOMNATA" (room) signs, to find guests. You get your own room & share everything else with the family. The family makes great efforts to give you good advice, & to find whatever information or people contacts you need. The reason I like these home stays better than Airbnb is that the latter is so lonely. A home stay lets you meet real [Russians], and not only see how they live, but to participate in their living. They usually have no car, shop at bazaar instead of supermarket, cook everything from scratch, have a dacha in the countryside for growing food, & are a very close family. Home stay is also cheaper than a hostel or Airbnb, & these people have a greater need for the money. If you don't see anyone standing with a KOMNATA (room) sign at the station, walk a few steps to the small kiosks selling food, cigarettes, or other products, and tell the lady you're looking for KOMNATA. The 1st or 2nd lady you approach will with great speed call someone she knows who will rent you a room. This kind of mutual aid & word of mouth is how the Soviet people have survived since WW II.

[@johnhritcko4439]

Alina, very interesting insights into something I wondered about while watching your vlogs. Thanks for revealing some of the details behind how you do what you do. Sort of telling us, "how the kolbasa is made." Now that you've established a wonderful foundation for your brand, I trust that you're using the COVID19 travel hiatus to build out your longer term strategy for a growing, sustainable business. There must be numerous ways for you to leverage this into a terrific product that generates multiple revenue streams, allowing you to profitably continue your travels to interesting places. Maybe you'll become the new Rick Steves or "Орёл и Решка". But no matter what road you choose, all the best to you and stay safe during this crazy time.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you, John! Yes, this time is actually really beneficial for me to not only spend some time with family, but learn more online about how to make my channel better and build business plans for going forward. Hope you and your loved ones are doing well!

[@brandonflorida1092]

How do you accomplish the time travel? Just kidding. I saw your video on traveling during a pandemic and found it very enjoyable.

[@foolanogt1310]

Thanks for the info. Been planning to do something similar and it was good to know about the AirBnB credit. I went on a 4-week trip across East Europe last year and I loved it. Looking forward to visiting Russia next. Do you think riding a motorcycle across Russia would be possible? Or as an American, would it be impossible to register a vehicle there? I'd like to see all the backroads and little villages.

[@AlinaMcleod]

You can definitely rent cars there as a foreigner if you have an international drivers license, I assume the same is true with a motorcycle. Taking it across Russia though, I personally wouldn't recommend a motorcycle because some of their roads are pretty rough. You'd want something with 4 wheel drive.

[@europeon2wheels89]

I know people that motorcycled around Russia and they carried spare tires as the roads were bad and chewed some tires up enroute. You might call some moto clubs in Moscow to get some advice and pointers.

[@nikolajokic2401]

с праздником светлой пасхи!

[@andrewru1612]

Молодчина, главное - поверить в себя, в удачный исход предприятия и в силы поддержки на материальном и тонком плане (добрые эльфы с нами ! ) :-)

[@ivanSever84]

Классное видео.Алина удачи тебе и твоему каналу,много активных подписчиков тебе.Тут рубль у нас захворал,чутка упал,как только пандемия закончится приезжай ещё 😀

[@AlinaMcleod]

Спасибо!

[@alekseymavrin6361]

Nice video. As about me I only had you know hotel-traveling for about 1 to 2 weeks. And it's a little bit scaring for me to travel during 1 month and more. I guess first of all I need to create a remote income in currency like USD and after that try to live in another country for long period of time. It's actually my core dream. Have a nice day!

[@akhileshmishra2364]

Alina, whenever u decide to visit India,u r welcome.

[@user-ud4tc7yx4o]

Как же всем повезло что вы решили путешествовать наверное и знание языков пригодилось

[@DavidL23.]

Hello Alina, I hope your having a wonderful day! 😊👍 This video is awesome! 🥇🏆👏 Seeing how you succeed on your work, and your awesome channel is beautiful. I’m so proud of how your channel is so successful. 🏅🥇👏 You have a great future, and a great destiny that you have achieved. This video is very helpful, I really appreciate your great advice Alina Thank you so much! 😊 👍 you are a fascinating explorer Alina, I wish an author wrote a book about your work and your awesome travels around the world, like an autobiography. That would so awesome! 😊 I wish you Alina and your family a beautiful Sunday. Take care Alina and stay safe. Береги себя, Алина, и будь в безопасности. 😊👋😘

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much, David! All the best to you

[@DavidL23.]

Alina Mcleod, thank you so much! All the very best to you and your family! 😊👍 👏

[@bijaykumarkujur6166]

Full time travel with income and expenditure wow!!!!!!

[@user-nr4tn6pw5w]

Всё правильно ! Главное верить в себя !

[@user-xl1yb2hp4j]

Wow !

[@ADayintheLifeofRia]

Hi. I was wondering how did the Airbnb affiliate links come about if I may ask?

[@Stubahn]

Anyone can do the 9-5 routine (yawn). Anyone who knows where they'll be in a year, is probably already there. Surprise! Bohrrr-ing! Keep challenging the mainstream. Sometimes if those little voices in your head get too loud, just ignore them. You've got this Alina!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you!

[@markjenkins2240]

Smart girl 👍

[@jaxieredu]

Hope you consider south america for your next adventure of course when pandemic is controlled. ;) un abrazo desde Lima, Perú.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Planning on that next year :)

[@annyvitoria2662]

14:13 Have a nice day. Congralutions on the vídeo

[@SyedAli-jt2pv]

Hi, Alina, Have you ever been to Tbilisi Georgia, If not please do visit Tbilisi and Batumi

[@AlinaMcleod]

I definitely plan on it!

[@s.m6141]

Wow that video is superb 👍👍👍👍👍👍 I also dream of one day of becoming a traveller like you I started saving money for the travel l love all your vlogs travel videos you deserve more subscribers from Shafee Meethoo

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much and I hope you are able to have many amazing travels!

[@mikealmasi867]

Hi Alina, I am from Toronto, too. I have a suggestion. If you make KZbin videos for kids like Blippi does, I am sure you will have tens of millions of viewers. You have the potential and you don't have to travel around the world. Just watch one of Billipi's videos to get an idea. You're a beautiful girl and kids will love watching educational videos. Thx

[@HeBepo9lTHblu]

Вы молодец! Держите вашу удачу за хвост и не отпускайте! 👍😉 Мы вас снова ждём в гости в Россию! Приезжайте к нам, пожалуйста. 🤗☺️

[@AlinaMcleod]

Спасибо! :)

[@alexgomes8874]

hello alina mcleod good night!!!

[@theamethyst93]

This just goes to show that you that being an influencer actually saves you a ton of money.

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