Travel differently,
connect globally

Language(s) I could teach : German, English

Language(s) I would like to learn : English, Spanish

Actually at home in South germany, soon heading to Spain

Hi! I`m Mia, 20, and I am currently located in La Rochelle, France. I'm studying International Business Management which is why I'm doing two semesters abroad here.

Board games, Beer pong

Language(s) I would like to learn : French, Swedish, Italian

Hi, I’m Winnie, a Taiwanese filmmaker and freelance video editor currently travelling around Europe. For the past two years, I lived in London — a fascinating but often relentless concrete jungle where life moved quickly and work could easily fill every corner of it. In March this year, I decided to slow things down and set off on a different kind of journey through Europe. Rather than following a fixed itinerary, I’ve been moving from place to place, often through pet sitting, allowing myself to experience places through everyday life rather than simply passing through as a tourist. I’ve always been drawn to stories, people and the little details of everyday life. My professional background is in video editing, cinematography and content production, and I’ve worked with brands, cultural organisations and film-related projects in Taiwan and the UK. But recently, I’ve been returning to more personal forms of creativity. I’ve started writing much more regularly and have also fallen in love with film photography — both of which have encouraged me to slow down, observe more carefully and pay attention to things I might otherwise walk past. Outside of work, I’m happiest with fairly simple things: cooking a meal from scratch, wandering around a new neighbourhood without a plan, finding a good independent cinema or bookshop, taking photographs on film, going for a long walk, spending time with animals, or having an unexpectedly good conversation with someone I’ve just met. This is also what attracts me to Workaway. I’m not looking simply for somewhere to stay while travelling. I’m interested in the exchange itself — contributing my time, energy and skills, learning how other people live, and experiencing a place from the inside rather than from a checklist of tourist attractions. I can offer both creative and practical help. I have professional experience in video editing, filmmaking, photography and storytelling, but I’m equally happy cooking, cleaning, looking after animals, helping in the garden, organising things or getting involved in hands-on work. I’m independent and comfortable adapting to unfamiliar environments, but I also enjoy becoming part of a household or community when the opportunity arises. I’m currently learning French and hoping to spend more time getting to know France and the people who live there. More broadly, I’m looking for meaningful exchanges, new skills, good conversations and the kind of experiences that stay with you long after you’ve left a place. I don’t really know exactly where this journey will take me yet — and that’s part of the point.

Anything outdoors like hiking, running, cycling.

Since 2023, I’ve been traveling after leaving my job, using this time to explore different ways of living and to grow through new experiences. I enjoy being in nature and working with animals, and I’m especially drawn to outdoor activities like trekking, hiking, skiing, and diving. I also like reading, thinking, and writing. I’m naturally a quiet and reflective person, comfortable spending time alone, but I work well in a team and communicate clearly when needed. I take responsibility seriously and aim to be reliable, practical, and easy to work with. I joined Workaway to step outside my comfort zone, meet new people, and learn through hands-on experience. I’m happy to help wherever needed and always try to bring a positive and respectful attitude.

We love connecting with people, spending time in nature, and discovering new cultures. After spending a year in Australia, we're excited to start a new chapter exploring Thailand, Vietnam and Laos.