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100 %
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Description
hi,
my name is federico. I am from montevideo but i am now living in maldonado in a farm near the sea. A few years ago I realized i wanted to live out from the city and more in contact with the nature and i moved to this land that i share with my sibilings. I live with my girlfriend, Lua, her two kids, Eloi 11) and Aru (8) and our baby girl Emma. we have our house, a couple of greenhouses, an orchard, trees, 1 dogs and 3 cats.
the project is based in permaculture, organic farming and bioconstrction.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are experimenting with several things. Bioconstruction, alternative energies, organic farming.
This will probably be the seed of a future community.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
2022
We are looking for someone interested in doing a long volunteer experience +3month.
The interchange can include a small pay if the interested person can realize construction tasks by himself
April 21
A new winter is coming and we are going to continue planting trees
October 20
We are going to reactivate the orchard and maintenance tasks
Abril 21
Se viene un.nuevo invierno y vamos a seguir plantando arboles
october 20
Vamos a reactivar huerta y tareas de mantenimineto
July 20
We are planting trees!
Estamos plantando árboles!
October 19
Spring is here and we are opening the volunteering again.
We are needing help specialy in the garden/orchard and in the construction of a workshop.
Febraruy 2019.
We are doing general maintinance and a couple of small reforms.
Painting, instaling a bath, setting up a sanitation system, garden and orchard maintenance, finishing a greenhouse dome, etc
October 2018
Volunteers needed from 22/10 to 10/11
this changes from month to month.
August / 18
The tasks are very varied now. some bioconstruction, garden, general maintenance of place, plant trees, etc.
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this changes from month to month.
agosto/18
Las tareas son muy variadas ahora. algo de bioconstruccion, huerta, mantenimiento en general de lugar, plantar arboles, etc.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
We have a common room that is for the exclusive use of volunteers, this works as a kitchen and living room
There is a dome tent for sleeping.
There are outside drytoilts and shower.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 274964994819
Feedback (32)
25 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Laura & Sidarta) for host
We stayed 4 weeks with Federico and it was great. Federico is a very kind, funny and caring person.
We stayed in his house alone and repaired the wall, painted, helped with harvesting and other things. His house is a bit far away from everything but for sure it is a little paradise. It also is right at a lake where you can explore with a boat.
We… read more
We stayed in his house alone and repaired the wall, painted, helped with harvesting and other things. His house is a bit far away from everything but for sure it is a little paradise. It also is right at a lake where you can explore with a boat.
We… read more
28 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Laurent & Marie) for host
We stayed with Federico and Nico for two weeks in November 2019. We helped building the woodworkshop and some gardening. We loved staying with Federico. It was always clear what the tasks were. For the free time, we could use a common room and use bikes to reach the beach, supermarket and other locations. It was our first workaway experience, we… read more
9 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Audrius & Danusa) for host
Nos encanta hacer este trabajo voluntario, el lugar es agradable, cerca de la laguna y el mar. Federico es una muy buena persona, con ideas increíbles y excelentes habilidades de comunicación. Sin duda lo recomendamos a cualquiera que quiera saber un poco sobre bioconstrucción y sostenibilidad.
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(5.0)
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(4.7)
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(5.0)
25 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Laura & Sidarta) for host
We stayed 4 weeks with Federico and it was great. Federico is a very kind, funny and caring person.
We stayed in his house alone and repaired the wall, painted, helped with harvesting and other things. His house is a bit far away from everything but for sure it is a little paradise. It also is right at a lake where you can explore with a boat.
We… read more
We stayed in his house alone and repaired the wall, painted, helped with harvesting and other things. His house is a bit far away from everything but for sure it is a little paradise. It also is right at a lake where you can explore with a boat.
We… read more
28 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Laurent & Marie) for host
We stayed with Federico and Nico for two weeks in November 2019. We helped building the woodworkshop and some gardening. We loved staying with Federico. It was always clear what the tasks were. For the free time, we could use a common room and use bikes to reach the beach, supermarket and other locations. It was our first workaway experience, we… read more
9 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Audrius & Danusa) for host
Nos encanta hacer este trabajo voluntario, el lugar es agradable, cerca de la laguna y el mar. Federico es una muy buena persona, con ideas increíbles y excelentes habilidades de comunicación. Sin duda lo recomendamos a cualquiera que quiera saber un poco sobre bioconstrucción y sostenibilidad.
13 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Pauline)
I recommend Pi and Peter to everyone. They are a fantastic young couple, very friendly and with good attitude towards work. We were not expecting more volunteers at the moment but they ended up staying 3 weeks because everything runned up smothly.
thank you for all your help and have a great trip
thank you for all your help and have a great trip
(Excellent
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23 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Andrés & Franco) for host
Fede y familia! El tiempo compartido fue estupendo. Se trabajo duro y parejo para lograr los objetivos; sentimos haber podido contribuir al crecimiento de este enorme proyecto y eso nps hace muy feliz.. y de paso en el amplio tiempo libre pedaliamos por las playas cercanas y hasta navegamos la laguna. Gran experiencia para el camino.
Abrazos y… read more
Abrazos y… read more
22 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrés & Franco)
Andres y Mailene,primero que nada gracias. Disfrute mucho con su estadia por casa.
Son dos personas trabajadoras, sensibles, sencillas, super facil la convivencia.
Nos ayudaron un monton y compartimos lindos dias.
Abrazo grande y siempre bienvenidos
Son dos personas trabajadoras, sensibles, sencillas, super facil la convivencia.
Nos ayudaron un monton y compartimos lindos dias.
Abrazo grande y siempre bienvenidos
(Excellent
)
22 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (David & Alex)
We enjoyed a lot having alex and david a home. The placed changed a lot during their stay. They are hard workers and a cheerful company.
good luck with your trip guys
good luck with your trip guys
(Excellent
)
25 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Matías Alberto) for host
La pasé de luuuuuujo! Fede y Lua son buena onda, compartimos comidas, suplerclásico, charlas, trabajo, risas...
También aprendí mucho sobre construcción de Domos, en barro, huerta y conocí la gente que lo rodea que tiene buena vibración.
Laguna de los Cisnes en un lugar tranquilo, para descansar y conocer el campo Uruguayo. Es muy lindo!
Ojala en… read more
También aprendí mucho sobre construcción de Domos, en barro, huerta y conocí la gente que lo rodea que tiene buena vibración.
Laguna de los Cisnes en un lugar tranquilo, para descansar y conocer el campo Uruguayo. Es muy lindo!
Ojala en… read more
20 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Millot & Corvilain) for host
Pasamos dos semanas en casa de Federico.
Su propiedad es hermosa y tiene grandes proyectos.
Está escuchando voluntarios y siempre ayudando si los necesitas.
Fue una gran experiencia.
Muchas gracias
Gaëlle y Nico
Su propiedad es hermosa y tiene grandes proyectos.
Está escuchando voluntarios y siempre ayudando si los necesitas.
Fue una gran experiencia.
Muchas gracias
Gaëlle y Nico
4 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Léone & Lou)
Leone y lou estuvieron en casa 2 semanas y tuvimos un muy buena experiencia con ellos. Son trabajadores y prolijos. Estan aprendiendo el español muuy rapido. Los recomiendo para todo tipo de voluntariado.
Buen viaje chicos
Buen viaje chicos
(Excellent
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4 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Erika)
Nos encanto recibir a Erika y Cristian en casa. Son dos chicos con una gran energia, siempre de buen humor y con ganas de ayudar. Más alla de lo prolijos en el trabajo son muy buenas personas y compartimos lindos momentos.
Lo mejor en su viaje, y bienvenidos siempre por aqui.
Lo mejor en su viaje, y bienvenidos siempre por aqui.
(Excellent
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3 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Erika) for host
Nuestra estadía en lo de Fede y Lua fue genial! Estuvieron siempre muy atentos y a disposición de los voluntarios. Nosotros tuvimos la suerte de estrenar uno de los domos que hizo Fede, y estamos muy agradecidos por eso! Nos sentimos muy cómodos siempre.
Trabajamos en bioconstrucción, en la huerta y jardinería, siempre nos explicaban todo al… read more
Trabajamos en bioconstrucción, en la huerta y jardinería, siempre nos explicaban todo al… read more
28 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lianne & Juan)
Estamos muy contentos y agradecidos de haber recibido a Juan y Lianne en casa. Son excelentes personas, positivas y proactivas. Les deseo lo mejor en su viaje.
(Excellent
)
24 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lianne & Juan) for host
We spent a wonderful week with Federico and Lua. The project is exciting and we had the opportunity to get a little insight into the running of this kind of project. The place itself is magic and the company relaxing and fun. We learnt a lot and thank you for sharing with us!
23 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Michau)
It was a pleasure having gillaume here. He is very responsible, easy going and hard worker. He joined us during almost all the building of the kids room and proved to be a very good carpenter. Thanks a lot a good luck with your plans
(Excellent
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22 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Michau) for host
It was a gratefull experience to spend 2 months in this beatiful place. Fede and his family were very nice with me and my friend. Good vibes, good smiles and I learn a lot. Cerca de la playa para disfrutar y del tercero cerro de Uruguay pero que necessitan muchos equipemientos de montaña para escalar, solo chiste, el es a 423 m de altituda^^. El… read more
7 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Humberto) for host
Fed, que persona increíble. Me he quedado con Fed tres semanas y no puedo descrevi la quantidade de cosas que he aprendido. Mucho sobre permaculture y vio construcción. A princípio no tenia niguna experiencia, todavía fed es muy paciente. Ademas, las actividades fueran muy diversas. Hacíamos 3 cosas diferentes en toda mañana. El alrededor de… read more
22 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sacha) for host
Fede was very nice and helpfull ! The place and landscape are beautiful, the work was good ans i have learned many things ! Thanks you for these days !
19 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Pedro) for host
Nos encantó mucho quedarnos con Fede. Es una persona muy buena y tranquila. Tiene paciencia para enseñar si necesario y aprendemos demasiado sobre permacultura y bioconstruccion! Lo trabajo es un poquito cansativo pero muy versátil, hicimos de todo un poco, plantación de árboles, arreglamos lo techo de la casa, cortamos caña y trabajamos en la… read more
14 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina & Emmanouil)
Nina and Emmanuel are two incredible young people. I am so pleased to had them here. Nice people, simple, cheerful and hard workers. The best in your trip
(Excellent
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14 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Nina & Emmanouil) for host
Frederico was so cool!! He was helpful in getting us anything we needed and making us feel comfortable (and going out of his way to do so):) Tasks were fair and he was always flexibLe if we had any preferences at all!
The area was beautiful with the lake and the coast so close by.
Overall just really relaxed, kind people and lovely family, the… read more
The area was beautiful with the lake and the coast so close by.
Overall just really relaxed, kind people and lovely family, the… read more
26 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Joaquin) for host
Pase 12 días en lo de fede y todo fue simplemente excelente. Tenes el mar a 15 minutos, la laguna de los cisnes a 5, y tiempo para disfrutar de ambas. todo de 10!
salud!
salud!
25 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Dylan) for host
Fede, Lua, Eloy y Aru became like a small family to me in Uruguay. When I arrived I was the only volunteer for about 2 weeks and so I had a great opportunity to spend some time together in the house chatting and playing with the boys which I really enjoyed. I like a lot what they are doing..The style of living..less pollution and more natural.… read more
6 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Dylan)
Dylan was 3 weeks here and did an excelent work. Due to the particular circumstances he was most of the time working alone and he did it in a very responsible way. We also had the time to share some meals and chats and we found that he is a very sensitive and caring person. The last week here he shared with other volunteers and he was as a host to… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Rivaneza & Thiago) for host
Aprovemos mucho nuestro corto período de voluntariado en la propiedad. Federico es super tranquilo y amistoso. Tiene mucho trabajo por hacer, pero la naturaleza alrededor compensa el esfuerzo. Como ocio tiene el lago en la propiedad y también la playa está a 20 minutos en bicicleta. Muchas gracias por la oportunidad y el aprendizaje compartido.… read more
21 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Malcom) for host
Mis dos semanas en el laguna de los cisnes fueronexcelentes! Federico es una persona muy interesante y muy paciente, es atento y ayuda en las dudas que tengamos. Nos mostró fotos y nos dijo cómo había ido realizando su proyecto poco a poco, compartiendo siempre sus técnicas y métodos. Tambien el ambiente de trabajo es genial, 5h horas de trabajo… read more
12 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Julio)
Fue muy agradable recibir a Julio por aqui. Nos ayudo mucho con varias tareas, construccion, huerta. Es una persona sencilla que se adapta facilmente a las situaciones.
Lo mejor en tu viaje!
Lo mejor en tu viaje!
(Excellent
)
6 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Julio) for host
Federico és una gran persona, muy amigo, amable, tranquilo y de bien con la vida.
He pasado buens momentos en la Laguna, me senti en mi casa, solamante tengo que agradecer y espero um dia reverlos...
He pasado buens momentos en la Laguna, me senti en mi casa, solamante tengo que agradecer y espero um dia reverlos...
22 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Simona)
Simona is a nice person. At first it was difficult to comunicate with her but it improved with the days here. she is very tidy with hand work
(Good
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12 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Simona) for host
Fede...you great guy.... I must write it publicly. :slight_smile:I admire your abilities, your multifuntionality and what a man you are. How you cared about us and how you spent time with us was something that I felt wasn't common.....It was my first Workaway experience and you set such a standard that will be hard to match for other people or… read more
3 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Brendan) for host
Mis dos semanas en el laguna de los cisnes fueron mi primer experimento en workaway y fue genial! No tenia experiencia sobre bio construction o jardin pero Federico es una persona muy interesante y muy paciente, entonces he apprendido mucho! Tambien el ambiente de trabajo es genial, 5h horas de trabajos por la mañana, comemos juntos (comida… read more
23 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Leanne)
Leanne spent a couple of weeks in our project. She was very responsible with the job and collaborated with the household chores.
(Very good
)
4 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Leanne) for host
My review is a little late, sorry for that Fede.
I can write whole heartedly for myself and others. The time spent with Fede and the other volunteers was a highlight of my travel, this was a very special time.
Fede is a very fair man. Hours are what he says 7-12. In the afternoons you are free you relax and enjoy the peaceful… read more
I can write whole heartedly for myself and others. The time spent with Fede and the other volunteers was a highlight of my travel, this was a very special time.
Fede is a very fair man. Hours are what he says 7-12. In the afternoons you are free you relax and enjoy the peaceful… read more
17 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Pablo & Coline) for host
Estuvimos ayudando a Fede en su proyecto durante 4 semanas, desde el primer momento nos sentimos comodos y como en casa, y estamos felices de poder haber ayudado a hacer del Domo Verde un echo. Las jornadas siempre de trabajos dinamicos, compañerismo y esta Fede, que se da maña con todo y siempre da la oportunidad de sumar ideas y propuestas, eso… read more
3 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)
Alice...Alice, fue una de las primeros voluntarios en venir aqui, y de los ultimos en irse, jeje. Vino por 2 semanas pero como todo fluyo tan bien se quedo 2 meses! Es trabajadora y muy facil de convivir siempre y cuando tenga el estomago lleno :)
La recomiendo para cualquier tipo de proyecto, se adapta muy bien a todas las circunstancias!
buen… read more
La recomiendo para cualquier tipo de proyecto, se adapta muy bien a todas las circunstancias!
buen… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Simon & Daniel)
Simon and Daniel are two very hard working people. they spent here 2 weeks and living with them was very easy. We couldnt communicate as much as I would like because they are still learning spanish, but they are improving really quickly.
good luck with your trip
good luck with your trip
(Excellent
)
18 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Simon & Daniel) for host
Frederico is a very nice and kind person. He cares really good for the workawayers and can cook delicious meals. The work was really interesting for us and we could learn a lot about bioconstruction. The place is very beautiful and you have the best night skies there. You can swim in the lake or go to the beach by bike in 10min.
Thank you and best… read more
Thank you and best… read more
3 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Aldo)
Ha sido muy bueno tener a Aldo por aqui, se adapto muy rapido a la rutina, siempre de buen humor y con buena predisposición a ayudar, 100% recomendable.
(Excellent
)
29 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Aldo) for host
¡¡Excelente!! Ha sido una experiencia realmente magnífica. Bioconstrucción (casa hecha de barro, arena, chirca, pasto, madera...), comida (vegetariana, ¡buenísima!), naturaleza (en medio del campo y en frente a la Laguna del Sauce), paseos en canoa, slack line, fútbol, bicicleta... ¡¡y mate!! Han sido dos semanas donde desde el primer momento me… read more
27 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sergio) for host
Simplemente genial! Aprendí un montón sobre bioconstrucción con él, y el proyecto que está creando es hermoso! Me sentí muy cómodo desde el primer día y todo està muy bien organizado! Gracias por todo Fede! Saludos!
19 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Luna & Thiago) for host
Federico; quería agradecer la hermosa experiencia que me permitiste vivir en tu proyecto. El intercambio cultural, el aprendizaje en bioconstruccion, los momentos de entretenimiento, etc... Todas las vivencias siempre co-creadas con mucho amor y las mejores intenciones. Me voy con el corazón llenito de felicidad y enriquecimiento... Y deseo en… read more
18 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Luna & Thiago)
Una persona hermosa. Siempre atenta, trabajadora, prolija... un amor. Super recomendable para todo tipo de proyecto.
Lo mejor para tu viaje!
Lo mejor para tu viaje!
(Excellent
)
18 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Pam) for host
Federico has a huge heart and is full of energy and passion for this project and sustainable projects in future! I spent 3 weeks there and experienced everything from wonderful sun and sweltering heat to massive wind and rain storms. My tent took a beating but Federico helped me with a new canopy and relocation to a more sheltered area. I… read more
18 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Yola & Max)
Yola and Max are two amazing people! Funny, hard working, easy going, all what you can expect from a workawayer! Altought they are young they are very mature but with the freshness of their age.
I wish you the best luck in your trip and life!
I wish you the best luck in your trip and life!
(Excellent
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18 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Melissa)
She was only here for a couple of days but left a very good impression.
(Excellent
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18 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Léo)
It was a pleasure hosting Leo. He was always predisposed to work and with good humor. He is very handy and can manage to do a lot of tasks without supervision.
Hope to see you again!
Hope to see you again!
(Excellent
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13 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Léo) for host
What a week ! You can hardly find a more caring guy than fede, always around when you need something, always in a good mood. We spent christmas there, went to the beach a couple of times and helped him construct his house. More than just learning about bioconstrution you really pass a good time there, i strongly recommend to go.
See you soon… read more
See you soon… read more
18 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Valentin & Laura)
It was a pleasure to host Valentin and Laura. They are very responsible, good workers and easy going. I totally recommend them.
(Excellent
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2 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Valentin & Laura) for host
We had a great time with this project: working and living with 15 people can be a challenge, but it was always going great!
Fede is a very generous person and provided more than enough food for everyne, as well as small personal favours if needed.
The camp site is 20 minutes away from the beach by bike, and it is heaven to plunge into the… read more
Fede is a very generous person and provided more than enough food for everyne, as well as small personal favours if needed.
The camp site is 20 minutes away from the beach by bike, and it is heaven to plunge into the… read more
27 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel)
Gaby was one of the pioneers of the camping site we build next to the house. He have us a good hand with the construction and put up with good humor the difficulties of camping with storm after storm.
I reccomend him for any project!
I reccomend him for any project!
(Excellent
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27 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Gabriel) for host
Best place in all Uruguay! Fede or "the prophet" as we called him (haha) is one of the most generous, loving human being there is. Had a blast helping and learning about bioconstruccion! Dont miss this chance to help building a beautiful home, surrounded by beautiful people and a beatiful enviroment!
13 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Catrin) for host
GO THERE!!!
I had 4 wonderful days.
Federico makes you feel welcome right away from the first second and gives you the possibilty to actually stay with people from Uruguay and not just Tourist. Federico shows you everything, very pacient, explaining everything in Spanish, and repeating it in English, just so that I can improve. I can just really… read more
I had 4 wonderful days.
Federico makes you feel welcome right away from the first second and gives you the possibilty to actually stay with people from Uruguay and not just Tourist. Federico shows you everything, very pacient, explaining everything in Spanish, and repeating it in English, just so that I can improve. I can just really… read more
12 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Catrin)
Cat was our first volunteer from work away and it could not have been better. She is easy going and hard worker. We shared 4 very nice days. She speaks perfect english and her spanish improves very quickly!!
(Excellent
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