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Encuentro Viajero #2 🌍🎶🏕️
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about 27 days ago
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Hoping to meet a family friend in Tonga and stay for a week then move on to NZ and Australia
Trevor is looking for a travel buddy
about 1 hour ago
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Kemah Owah 2025 (The Owah Camp -Tranformation Retreat)
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about 11 days ago
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Travel photography - "Lazy days" (Croatia)
about 24 days ago
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Travel photography - "Banana Party" (Santo Domingo, Ecuador)
about 2 months ago
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Greetings, Hosts and fellow Workawayers! I'm Cameron, a seasoned traveler, and a fervent advocate for sustainable living and mindfulness. The rich tapestry of my life experiences has cultivated these passions and influenced my outlook on life. My career spans a decade in operations, marketing consulting, and web design, a journey punctuated by exploration and self-discovery. Passionate about squeezing more out of life, I've immersed myself in travel, meditation, yoga, language exchange, and dance. Experiencing diverse cultures, forming connections with individuals from all walks of life, and embracing new experiences are the fuels that stoke my life's fire. My diverse skill set is adaptable and easily transferable to a variety of projects. From maintenance, cooking, brush clearing, gardening to animal husbandry, I am well-equipped and ready to contribute. I pride myself on my versatility and eagerness to acquire new skills. Beyond my professional and practical skills, I'm known for my warm, outgoing personality. I value the process of meeting new individuals, forging meaningful connections, and the sheer joy derived from collaboration and teamwork. With an open mind, respect for varied beliefs, and values, I acknowledge and appreciate the beauty of diversity. Living in an off-grid Buddhist forest monastery for a year stands out as a transformative chapter in my life. That intense immersion in mindfulness and sustainable living enhanced my resilience, patience, and deepened my bond with nature. This ingrained philosophy of harmonious co-existence forms the backbone of my engagement in Workaway projects. With my robust background in marketing, operations, and community projects, I am poised to blend creativity with strategic thinking effectively. Whether it involves crafting dynamic marketing strategies or streamlining operational processes, I am prepared to enhance your project with these skills. Eco-projects ignite a particular passion in me, a burning commitment to sustainable practices and our planet's preservation. Whether gardening, building, or concocting culinary delights in an eco-friendly kitchen, I am all in! Early in my career, my work with refugees and children bestowed on me invaluable lessons in empathy, resilience, and understanding. These insights permeate all areas of my life, instilling kindness and compassion into every interaction. My foray into the Workaway community is a harmonious blend of my life's passions: sustainable living, cultural exchange, and creating meaningful connections. I eagerly look forward to sharing my skills, learning from each of you, and contributing to your unique narratives. In my 30s now, I have a special interest in connecting with fellow LGBTQIA+ travelers and women worldwide. It's a beautiful testament to the power of shared experiences and the strong bonds of friendship and understanding they can weave. I'm excited to foster such connections within our community. With anticipation, I look forward to the rich tapestry of experiences that await us all!
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I am prepared for any experience concerning living for a while in a new place and help arranging everyday tasks. I would like to share my experience and learn something new about the world.
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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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