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Hi! My name is isja, and I’ll be starting my journey at the end of December 2025. I plan to travel for about +-1 month with no fixed itinerary. I'm excited to explore new places, meet people from different backgrounds, and really connect with local cultures along the way. I don’t have a set route, so I’m open to a wide range of projects and destinations – I'm letting the journey unfold naturally! I’m a flexible, curious person who enjoys helping out wherever needed – whether that’s gardening, DIY, animal care, hospitality, or something creative. I’m also open to connecting with a travel buddy. If you’re planning something similar or would like to share a part of the journey, feel free to get in touch! Looking forward to seeing where the road leads! 🌎
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Just started my new life chapter in Fuerteventura stepping into the Island Life .. I love all kinds of Watersports, being in nature, Mindfulness, Yoga and having deep meaningful conversations :)
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We’re selling our house in Spain, where we’ve been living for the past two years, and we’re leaving the country around mid-March. After a stopover in Italy, we’re heading to Sweden.
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English and art teachers welcome in Karakol, Kyrgyztan
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“Looking to learn about farm life, help with animals, and explore nearby attractions.” “Interested in volunteering, nature activities, and connecting with locals.” “Love being outdoors, helping with
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Hi there! My name's Thanya, an enthusiastic and passionate Workawayer that's looking for a comfortable place to work and stay. I am social, fun and dedicated to my tasks. I love animals, nature and children and I did set up my profile as a way to connect more with them! I haven't had much of an opportunity to enjoy spending time with animals especially lately and would love to be part of caring for them in some way :) I have a bubbly and kind personality! I currently live in Germany and have also just completed a German language course and passed a German exam. Workaway would be a great and insightful way for me to pass time while I'm waiting for updates on my current career situation. It would also be great for self-development, learning new things and sharing cultures which I'm also interested in. As for my hobbies, I love listening to, writing and making music! I play the ukulele and have tons of songs written on it. I'm a digital nomad, but I also love reading and gaming in my free time. Attending social events and meeting new people, especially learning about new cultures and languages interest me a lot! I am always ready to learn new things and I feel this drive motivates me as well. I'm always open to advice and anything you can teach me. In return, I am able to help with tasks needed of me in a responsible and timely manner. I can also offer language exchange (English, German or Malay) if you'd like. I have other skills that I can teach you such as music, singing, performing arts, public speaking, writing etc.). I am quite an artsy person and have a ton of experience in the arts. However, I'm also very knowledgable on nature, animals, animal science and biology if you'd also like to learn that. I'm looking forward to hearing from you :)
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