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Updated host
Spain
A host has updated their profile! Check it out here.
about 39 minutes ago
Meet up
I’m currently in Durban, South Africa, until the end of January 2027. At that point, I will head over to Australia. Looking for something interesting, wild and adventurous, far from the city.
Oliver is looking to meet other workawayers
about 4 hours ago
Updated host
Indonesia
A host has updated their profile! Check it out here.
about 52 minutes ago
Language partner
Language(s) I could teach : English
Israel is looking for a language partner
about 3 hours ago
New event
Hygge Cafe
New event hosted by members of our community
about 2 days ago
Travel buddy
Hi! I'm Elly, a Brazilian artisan who loves creating things, cooking and learning new skills. I'm sociable, spontaneous and organised, and I enjoy activities that require creativity, patience and attention to detail. I have professional experience in artisanal confectionery and food preparation. I've been involved in different stages of the process, including preparing sweets and savoury dishes, developing products, buying ingredients, taking orders, promoting my work and selling what I make. I'm currently working mainly with crochet, creating personalised handmade pieces and fulfilling custom orders. I also enjoy sewing, embroidery and other creative activities. I like seeing an idea develop into something useful or beautiful through patience and practical work. I'm comfortable with cooking and household tasks, and I have some experience with plants and caring for hens. During my travels, I'd love to learn local recipes, discover new culinary traditions, improve my language skills and learn more about gardening, growing food and caring for animals. I enjoy learning by observing, receiving instructions and practising until I get better. I'm happy to share the skills I already have while discovering new ones and learning from people with different experiences. I'm travelling with my fiancé, Rafael, because we share a dream of exploring the world together, meeting people from different cultures and creating wonderful memories. Through Workaway, I hope to exchange skills, learn about everyday life in other countries and contribute positively to the people who welcome us.
Gizelly & Rafael are looking for a travel buddy
about 2 hours ago
Meet up
We can help with housework, babysitting, gardening, farm chores, and cooking. We are open to learning new skills and willing to do any kind of work,
Timothy & Brenda are looking to meet other workawayers
about 8 hours ago
New host
Italy
A new host has just joined Workaway. Welcome!
about 4 days ago
Meet up
Pottery (Ceramics) Foraging Hiking Regenerative Farming Gardening Fermentation Tutoring English
Joseph is looking to meet other workawayers
about 6 hours ago
Language partner
Language(s) I could teach : English
Violet is looking for a language partner
about 36 minutes ago

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We strive to offer useful resources and ensure the safety of our community members with effective measures.

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We offer assistance towards emergency situations when a host fails to fulfil their commitments.

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Workaway Giving Back

We’re on a mission to make a positive impact through our travels!

Fighting climate change

Here at Workaway, we are committed to travelling sustainably and want to take responsibility in reducing our carbon footprint.

Fighting climate change

Our mission

Our ultimate aim is to build a community of global travellers who want to see the world whilst contributing and giving back to the places they visit.

Our mission

Workaway foundation

We believe empowering communities at a local level is one of the most impactful ways to help them build self-sustainable livelihoods.

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