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I enjoy hikes, surfing, and snowboarding. I would like to get more into rock climbing. I'm a sociable person who likes to meet new people, so feel free to reach out :))
Joe is looking to meet other workawayers
about 3 hours ago
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Australia
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about 1 day ago
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Language(s) I would like to learn : Japanese
Caterina is looking for a language buddy
about 47 minutes ago
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My name is Inge, I am 24 years old, and currently enjoying a gap year after graduating from university. I am originally from the Netherlands, but at the moment living in Rome, where I can enjoy the warm weather, the beauty of the city, and its surroundings. Although I love living here, I have realised that I am not truly made for the city life. I grew up in a small village in the north of the Netherlands, where stepping outside for just two minutes would bring you into the open fields. My parents have always had dogs, and one of the things I love most is taking our dog on a long walks and seeing how much we both enjoy being outdoors. That easy step into nature is something I miss while living in Rome, and is why I would love to spend some time in nature again. Throughout my life, I have traveled to several beautiful places, where I challenged my body to be active. I have done unforgettable hikes in Scotland, Norway, Sweden, Albania and Montenegro, and through those hikes I discovered how much I love being in the mountains. I am very motivated and enthusiastic to gain new experiences in Italy, and would love to learn and contribute in a meaningful way to your place.
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about 2 hours ago
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Canada
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26y, hust got back from backpacking in Chile, Bolivia & Peru, in July I want to go to Canada. Looking for work on a farm / with animals there.
Nadine is looking to meet other workawayers
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Sarah & her bottle baby Lilah
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Mi chiamo Salvatore, ho 25 anni e vengo da Stoccarda. Lavoro in ospedale, un ambiente che mi ha insegnato tanto sulla responsabilità, sul rispetto e sul contatto umano. Ho origini italiane e sento un forte legame con la cultura italiana, che mi appassiona profondamente. Il mio posto del cuore è la Sicilia, dove mi sento davvero a casa. Sono una persona attiva: mi piace fare sport, stare all’aria aperta e non ho paura di sporcarmi le mani. Anzi, mi piace lavorare in modo concreto, imparare facendo e dare una mano dove serve. Credo in uno stile di vita semplice ma autentico, fatto di natura, lavoro onesto e momenti veri. Per questo motivo cerco esperienze che mi permettano di uscire dalla routine quotidiana, conoscere nuove persone e vivere più a contatto con la terra. Sono motivato, rispettoso e sempre pronto a imparare qualcosa di nuovo.
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Creative projects (sewing, DIY, decorating), gardening, animal care, cooking, cleaning, outdoor activities, yoga, sports, exploring new places.
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Hello, Im Ofélia and im 23 years old. I discovered a real passion for travel and wish to continue living it. Discovering new cultures, new people makes me feel more alive and more aware of the opportunity to be able to travel.
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