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I am interested in adventure travel! I want to do everything from volunteering to hiking to camping to going out and dancing. My goal is to do the most for the most time with the smallest budget :)
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What truly motivates me is the chance to explore the World with an open heart and curious mind. Traveling allows me to step out of my comfort zone, learn from new experiences, and grow through the people I meet along the way. Meeting new people, sharing ideas, and seeing the World through different perspectives are what make me happiest. I’m motivated by kindness, curiosity, and the belief that every place and person that I meet along the way has something beautiful to teach me. I’m always open to learning and trying something new-whether it is a new skill, a different way of living, or simply seeing things from another point of view. One of my dreams is to learn how to surf and spend more time by the ocean, soaking in that calmness and the feeling of freedom. Nature is a big source of happiness for me. Whether it’s going for a walk, watching a sunset, or just being outside in fresh air, it reminds me to be grateful for the World around me. I also find a lot of happiness in seeing and making people around me happy. Baking is one of my favorite ways to get creative and make people smile. There is something really special about sharing food-it brings people together and creates simple, happy moments that mean the most to me.
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