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Hey there!, I'm Senan. I live in the west of Ireland. I am twenty two years old and am going into my final year studying maths at the University of Galway. I'm planning to backpack and travel through the Balkans from late July through August, beginning in Albania and working my way north — possibly as far as Slovenia or Italy. I'm keen to spend lots of time in the mountains of Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia, and Kosovo, and to experience what life is like there. I'm open to all kinds of opportunities — whether in hostels, farms, or homes — and happy to give a hand wherever I can. I come from a farming and landscaping background and would love to see how farming is done in other parts of the world. I also have experience in hospitality and retail, and I'm eager to learn new skills wherever possible. Additionally, I can offer maths and physics tutoring to any students who might find that helpful. If you have any questions or would like to contact me as a travel buddy or for a Workaway opportunity, don’t hesitate! I'm super keen to meet new people and make the most of this trip.
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