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about 26 days ago
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Language(s) I would like to learn : French
Maarten & Cosima are looking for a language partner
about 55 minutes ago
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Join our family and help in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain left a feedback for Workawayer
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Community based projects, animal care, gardening and general work/help
Shane is looking to meet other workawayers
about 1 hour ago
Travel buddy
Hello, my name is Maya, I just turned 18 and finished my fashion degree. I would like to take some time to travel the world, discover new places, meet people and get to know their culture. I am open minded, optimistic and in general a happy and energetic person, but I can also be serious and take responsibility. I love art, painting, fashion, music and I have been doing Ballett since I was four. Dancing has always been a big passion of mine. I grew up with all kinds of dogs. Currently my family and I have one live stock guarding dog and an Australian shepherd. I have some experience with horses, I took some riding lessons when I was younger and helped my sister care for horses. I also have some experience with babysitting. I love cooking and baking and don’t mind doing any kind of chores. I did internships as a waitress, at an insurance company and at a textile retail store. I am open for anything that lets me experience and learn new things.
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about 57 minutes ago
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Online Workawayers Meetup – Travel & Connections 🌍
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about 8 days ago
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Our team reviews every feedback to help us stay informed and take action when appropriate.

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

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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.

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