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Thomas is looking to meet other workawayers
about 1 hour ago
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I'm an adventurous woman who's had lengthy careers in food & beverage service (restaurants, cafes, pubs), hospitality & tourism (hostels, hotels, country Inns, US Chambers of Commerce), marketing (websites, social media, print), teaching & education (US Public Schools, International Schools and private venues.) I have several college degrees & certifications: I've also been a professional writer, commercial photographer, and web-developer. I've been a caregiver for disabled veterans and a companion/housekeeper for the elderly. I've picked limes on a finca in Ecuador, and cleaned stalls de los burros en españa, taught English in Da Nang Vietnam. I'm outgoing and have great customer service skills yet also enjoy my own company and quiet, peaceful times. I'm ServSafe Certified as a Kitchen Manager & Food Handler because I love cooking, eating, and restaurant "service".. I"m certified to teach English online and also have American classroom teaching experience and tutoring experience. I believe in conservation and sustainability. I use resources wisely, respecting mother Earth and personal boundaries. Water is life and is more valuable than gold. Food is sustenance and I love to cook, and to eat food food. I live "close to the bone" and my lifestyle is not rooted in materialism. I prefer longer-term situations, typically one month-minimum, but all offers will be considered without prejudice. I value simplicity and I"m not afraid to get my hands dirty or to put my back to the plow. All situations, tasks, opportunities will be equally considered, and respected. Life is filled with endless possibilities, and I try to 'go with the flow' as much as possible. I stay on the positive side: continuing to believe that perhaps the pandemic has been birthing pains of a brave new world of global peace, healthy life, and a spirit of cooperation.. As they say in Ecuador, 'Ama la vida!" Here's my Selfie: I work in restaurants because I'm a foodie. I've been a caregiver/companion (PSS, PCA) for elderly, and disabled veterans because I care about their welfare. I've been a news reporter and photojournalist to search for Truth. I've been a web-developer to connect to the world at large. I've worked in offices and hotels and hostels, including reception because good hospitality is the beginning of peace.. I have experience as a tour guide because I've been lost before. Perhaps I'm the helper you've been seeking.
AngelSmith is looking for a travel buddy
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about 18 days ago
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Me gustaría conocer a la gente en Cataluña ayudándola como un miembro de workaway! Basicamente busco hosts o compañero de workaway que hablen catalán!
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I am interested in volunteering as a teacher, ranch hand, gardener, animal care taker, cleaning tasks, or media tasks. My goal is to immerse myself into a culture and learn about it.
Sanin is looking to meet other workawayers
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HI, I'm a Dutch girl living in Bologna to study the bachelor European Studies. I've been here since September and absolutely love the city and its surroundings. I love cooking, learning about cuisines, reading (lately mainly non-fictional) and going on long walks. This summer, I'd love the expand my knowledge about cultures, the Italian language, everything involving cooking/food and meeting new people!
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