Enjoy river views and a lovely dog in Porto, Portugal

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  Description

  Hi!
  I am Gil. Entrepreneur, eternal student of philosophy, psychology, mythology, ceramist, and animal lover.
  
  After 20 years abroad, I now live in Porto, just in front of the river Douro and with a canine companion that came from Brazil 4 years ago. The neighbourhood is very quite but quite central. We have river views, nice parks around, close to the botanical garden, nice restaurants and 5 min from the historical center.
  
  I'm looking for kind, responsible animal lovers who would enjoy staying here in exchange for taking care of her while I'm away. She loves walks, company, and a relaxed routine, so if you're someone who genuinely enjoys spending time with dogs, we'll probably be a great match.
  
  In return, you'll have the chance to experience Porto like a local. I'll happily share my favorite cafés, restaurants, markets, museums, beaches, viewpoints, and hidden corners that most visitors never discover. If our schedules overlap, I'd also enjoy sharing a meal, a glass of Portuguese wine, or simply exchanging stories about our countries and cultures, Porto is full of them.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Animal Care
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  Interests

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Pets

  

  Culture

  

  Charity work

  

  Plant care

  

  Music

  

  Gardening

  

  Languages

  

  Photography

  

  Cooking & food

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Carpentry

  

  Books

  

  Art & design

  

  Architecture

  

  Animals

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Water sports

  

  Sailing / Boating

  

  Team sports

  

  Nature

  

  Mountain

  

  Hiking

  

  Dancing

  

  Cycling

  

  Fitness

  

  Camping

  

  Beach

  

  Adventure sports
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  For me, Workaway is about sharing experiences, learning from one another, and creating genuine connections.
  
  I live in Porto with my dog and enjoy a lifestyle that combines creativity, entrepreneurship, and the outdoors. During your stay, you could experience everyday life as a local rather than as a tourist.
  
  One of the things I'm passionate about is ceramics. I have a small ceramic studio at home where I enjoy creating pieces. If you're curious, I'd be happy to share the creative space together.
  
  I also run a company that offers experiences aboard classic wooden boats on the Douro River. If the opportunity arises, I'd love to show you the boats and share the history behind them.
  
  Another project close to my heart is a small music bar in Porto. If you're staying while there's an event or concert, you're welcome to join.
  
  Whenever our schedules allow, I'd be happy to share meals, recommend my favourite cafés, markets, beaches, hiking trails, and hidden corners of the city, or simply spend time talking over a coffee or a glass of Portuguese wine. I also enjoy discussing travel, business, creativity, philosophy, and different ways of living, and I always learn something new from the people I host.
  
  I hope you'll feel like you're staying in a real home, not just a place to sleep. I want Workawayers to feel welcome, comfortable, and part of the household. Mutual respect, kindness, and open communication are very important to me.
  
  In return, I'm looking for someone who genuinely loves dogs and will enjoy giving mine the care, companionship, and daily walks she needs while I'm away. If you're responsible, curious, open-minded, and interested in authentic cultural exchange, I'm sure we'll both have a memorable experience.

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  Help

  I need to travel for business and sometimes on leisure and I would love to have someone to stay at home and give some attention, love and walks with my dog Serena. She is a lovely pit-bull with a lot of energy and quite dominant with other dogs. I normally go out 3 times a day but during summer if it's too hot two times is good.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  Portuguese: Fluent
  German: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  I would love to improve my french and generally curious in linguistics
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  Accommodation

  the house has two floors. I live upstairs.
  both floors have views to the River Douro in the city of Porto.
  there are two bedrooms in the ground floor, an office that I use as ceramic studio, a kitchen and a living room. We also have a terrace with sun and trees

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  I also work frmo home so the internet is good and there is place for work.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  There are parking close by free of charge

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  

  Serena (7 years)

  Lovely and clumsy pit-bul. Lots of energy and love.

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