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Hello! I’m Dave — a curious and adventurous traveller with a deep appreciation for nature. I’m currently studying in Wales, and experiencing a culture so different from my home has inspired me to explore even more of the world. I’m available from early August , and I’m open to destinations across Europe. Feel free to get in touch! Spending time in nature and connecting with others is my favourite way to relax and recharge. I’m hardworking, adaptable, and genuinely enjoy meeting new people. I’m open to trying different tasks and always ready for a new challenge! No party and clubbing, non smoker, non alcoholic
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I am interested in hiking and rock climbing as well as anything crafty!
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My plan is to travel Sri Lanka for three weeks, and then I'll do a Workaway experience.
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From Italy, lived in Uk, left job and home to travel solo for a period: Morocco, Egypt, Emirates, India, Oman, Turkey, Greece and Bulgaria. I'll spend summer back home in Italy
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Cacao ceremony. A heart opening experience
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Antibes, France
Florent is looking to meet other workawayers
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I am a sunshine mixed with a little hurricane.You can often laugh with me an I am very helpful person. At home I am social worker and the kids told me "big sis´". Sometimes I need time to reflect and then write German poems. As a child, I had the dream of becoming a pilot of a helicopter. Today I sit in the flight a wish to see the hole world with all cultures und people. Last year during my best friend a world trip I visit her at Bali. This moment I understand the feelings to visit other countries und people around the world.I am new to this site, but I am full of anticipation to meet people and to have the experience of seeing the regions from different perspectives.
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I'm based on Vancouver Island (Port McNeill), recently retired Forester for an Indigenous Nation. I like to share nature and outdoor activities with travellers eg: surfing, kayaking, SUP, snorkelling
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Hello! My name is Shamil) I will be glad to make new acquaintances and travel companions. I want to visit different parts of the world, improve my English and learn Spanish.
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