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Authentic Macedonian cultural experience in a beautiful village house. ISO someone with curiosity and engagement to visit us and share experience. Especially interested in a person who can provide vacation help with our 7.5 year old girl while she is out of school. Our 14 year old computer scientist is also keen for adventures.
Our family of four speaks three languages: English, French, and Macedonian. We have lived in Macedonia for 17 years but mom and dad originate from the U.S. and France. So, we know all the little corners of the country to visit. One of us is vegan and the rest of us eat mainly vegetarian meals. We have one car.
Our lagotto romagnolo is called Lucy.
We are committed to living sustainably (even with an OUTDOOR POOL). We're learning survival gardening as a team. and are currently growing vegetables from seed. We love music and dance and movement and yoga. We attend the philharmonic roughly once per month.Types of help and learning opportunities
Art ProjectsLanguage practiceGardeningDIY and building projectsBabysitting and creative playCreating/ Cooking family mealsHelp around the houseHelp with Computers/ InternetCultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are entrepreneurs working in technology (dad) and communications (mom). Mom was a juice bar barista and loves to make green juices and smoothies. She can also teach you how to make espresso-based coffee drinks. We practice batch cooking. We know Macedonian cuisine and culture. We also grow cactus, so you can learn about these amazing plants with us.
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Help
We are are looking for the right person/people to engage with our 7 year old daughter and 14 year old son. She attends Ecole Francaise Internationale de Skopje. He is in 8th grade and loves engineering, art, and science. We want someone interested in excursions to the city, 4-5 hours of engaged time together at home, and/or who can speak French most of the time. That person will love arts, crafting, baking, singing, dancing, and getting outside. Swimming is a must! We swim every day in thee summer for at least an hour.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Macedonian: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
Seeking child care for a creative 7 1/2 year old: English and French speakers welcome!Accommodation
You will have a private space of your own with a twin sized bed. You will have access to a washer for your clothes. There are 2 bathrooms in our home, so we will share these as needed. We eat twice daily together: at noon and between 1700-1800. When it is cold, we sit around an indoor table. In summer, we eat outside as much as possible.
What else ...
A local bus is available and runs twice an hour from our village to the capital city, Skopje. Skopje is a lovely place to visit. Museums are located downtown. Specific neighborhoods sell niche items and foods. Matka Canyon is a must-see. We are also connected with organic farmers and truffle hunting groups.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Excellent Wi-Fi. Dedicated working space. We also work from home.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
We have a calm dog and a back garden. As long as the animals get along, there could be space for everyone.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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From the beginning, all the family embraced us with warmth and authenticity making us feel at home. We spent time cooking and preparing dinner together, Marc and Lee… read more
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Thank you for your exceptional hospitality… read more
From the beginning, all the family embraced us with warmth and authenticity making us feel at home. We spent time cooking and preparing dinner together, Marc and Lee… read more