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Updated host
Japan
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about 41 minutes ago
Travel buddy
Hi! My name is Daniel, but you can call me Dan. I'm a 19 year old boy who wants to meet new people and explore new places. I speak good English, and intermediate German. I would prefer to communicate in one of these languages. I'm a fast learner and can adapt pretty fast. If you choose me to stay at your place, my main priority will be helping you and being there for you every day. I love nature and animals. I grew up on a farm taking care of plants, chicken, rabbits or bees. We also have a dog, a german shepherd who I still love to visit and take him for a walk. I also have an aquarium with freshwater fish, this has been my hobby since I was a little kid. If you have a garden or animals you need to take care of, I can help with that. If you have any more questions, feel free to contact me and ask. Looking forward to meeting you, Dan
Daniel is looking for a travel buddy
about 1 hour ago
Travel buddy
Hi! I’m Viola (20), I’m a student from Budapest, Hungary who just moved back home from München, Germany. I’m planning to spend a few weeks abroad this summer connecting with new people, helping families and experiencing cultural exchange:) I am an experienced workawayer, i have already taken part in a one-month programme in Germany, at a quaint little bavarian farm in 2024. I'm deeply in love with being outdoors, gardening and hiking. I have 2 younger brothers with a very warm relationship. Also i’m a huge art enthusiast, I do oil-painting and drawing when i get a little spare time. Last but not least i’m an owner of 2 quirky cats🐈
Viola is looking for a travel buddy
about 43 minutes ago
Language partner
Language(s) I would like to learn : Spanish
Hayley & Luke are looking for a language partner
about 33 minutes ago
New event
Avignon Early Meet-up — Breakfast & Talk Share your Energy
New event hosted by members of our community
about 1 day ago
Photo competition
Dutys
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about 3 days ago
Meet up
Innerwork, self awareness, animal care, permaculture, psychedelics, cannabis cultivation, all sports, meditation,
Mubarakalhaza is looking to meet other workawayers
about 4 hours ago
Meet up
Currently in Lake District, interested in meeting someone to do a road trip around sacred spiritual sites with :) ancient wells, forests, stone circles. Into camping or camper vans!
Alexis is looking to meet other workawayers
about 2 hours ago
Updated host
Ireland
A host has updated their profile! Check it out here.
about 33 minutes ago
Meet up
Creative soul with a love for pottery, plants, and new adventures 🌿 Soon-to-be occupational therapist looking to explore the world, meet new people, and lend a helping hand wherever I go.
Luisa is looking to meet other workawayers
about 1 hour ago

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Workaway Giving Back

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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

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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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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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