Believe it or not, it is entirely possible, if not feasible, to travel the world without draining your life savings. However, such a venture sometimes requires unique strategies outside of tireless planning and scouring the internet for the best deals on transportation, lodging, and other necessities.

Therefore, with that in mind, let us highlight five unique but feasible ways you can travel the world for (almost) free.

Although this is a more long-term approach, creating content specific to platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat is an excellent way to get noticed by hotels, travel agencies, and resorts alike. If your following is large enough, you may even earn access to free hotel rooms, flights, and even meals in exchange for a post or two about each respective company.

If you are seeking a more short-term solution, consider opening a credit card that offers travel rewards like cash back or frequent flyer miles. Depending on the season, various credit companies may offer promotions that earn you enough points to purchase a plane ticket upon getting approved. So, be sure you do ample research before applying for any old card, as you will then be able to find the program that would benefit you the most.

If you are not social media savvy or do not wish to add another credit card to your wallet, entering giveaways for multiple destinations may be a unique way for you to go on the vacation of your dreams. Such competitions are often held by radio stations, publications, and even brands on social media. If this option interests you, be sure to start looking for opportunities right away, as summer is just around the corner!

Another long-term solution, switching jobs to work in the travel industry may be one of the easiest ways to be rewarded with free — or nearly free — travel, as such opportunities are usually used as an incentive to prospective employees. Plus, there are unique positions available in the realm, from flight attendants and pilots to hotel managers, travel agents, and even publicists at larger-scale public relations firms.

If you already have a credit card that offers travel rewards, but have hesitated to redeem all of the frequent flyer miles you have racked up over time, now is as good a time as ever to take the plunge! Besides, if you use that specific credit card enough, you will likely get the opportunity to cash in your frequent flyer miles again soon.

Although some of the above methods of traveling with minor expenses are unorthodox, you may end up thanking yourself for taking such a unique approach. You never know if you will be given the opportunity to embark on the vacation of your dreams as a result.