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I love hiking, camping but also sightseeing and getting to now to the culture and local spots of the country I am visiting✨ and eat yummy food😋
Jolie is looking to meet other workawayers
about 4 hours ago
Photo competition
Music for all ages
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about 6 days ago
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New Zealand
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about 31 minutes ago
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Eigil & Elisa
Place of beauty, creativity, comfort and fun near in Termeil, NSW, Australia left a feedback for Wor…
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Let's Talk language exchange
New event hosted by members of our community
about 3 days ago
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Hi, I am Nelly, an open-minded traveler and love exploring new places around the whole world with all sorts of cultures. I am super active person with many hobbies and interests. Especially music, sports and nature is what I love. I have lots of experience in living and working together with all kind of people. So I don't have prejudices and take things however they arrive. I definitely don't like chilling all the day. I play the piano, sometimes the guitar and I am keen on singing. I graduated from acting school and also work as a fitness trainer. It's not only my job, but my passion. I am such an outdoor girl! I am in love with running, especially in nature. I do my workouts, I go bouldering and hiking and camping. Lucky to have the alps here... I am keen to get better at surfing because I love the ocean.I am such an ocean and summergirl. I used to do horsebackriding as well but have no opportunity to do it anymore, but would grab any chance. I am an outgoing person. I like having some time for my hobbys but also enjoy meeting new people and learning from each other. On one hand that might sound all nerdy but I also have my wild and crazy side and love being able to dance for the whole night. I am a very reliable person, looking for new tasks, new people and many new experiences! Adventure is always what I am seeking for, because I want to grow as a person. Once you meet me, you realize that I am a really bright person with lots of positive energy that I want to share.
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Canada
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I've realized that I've outgrown city life and want to reconnect with nature and my senses. I love hiking, dancing, journaling, reading, collecting rocks and shells, and I'm eager to learn to surf.
Sophio is looking to meet other workawayers
about 5 hours ago
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Looking to have a Europe summer 🤌✨not in a tiktok influencer way I promise Winter sports,water sports/activities 😛 snorkeling and scuba diving
Emily is looking to meet other workawayers
about 3 hours ago
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Language(s) I would like to learn : Norwegian
Maïa are looking for a language buddy
about 1 hour ago

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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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