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9 Jul 2025
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Hello, we are two, me and my mother. Oh, and my dog, Alaska. I participated in Workaway in 2014 and it was an incredible experience that changed my life, so I decided to contribute to the program and also welcome travelers to our home. We are currently rebuilding our leisure area and you could help us with this project. We live in a small town, in the south of Minas Gerais. A very peaceful city, surrounded by nature, mountains, trails, waterfalls and rocks for climbing. The agricultural sector is predominant and my brothers and father are farmers. Our house is always full, I have three nephews and they love to be with us when they are not at school. Whenever I can, I go out to play or ride my bike with them. I'm a professional photographer and own a photography company, so I generally have the flexibility to enjoy the time with you travelers. I am passionate about adventure travel and nature photography. I've traveled to over 62 countries (+ Antarctica) and I love making friends and seeing new places. I love outdoors activities and I would be happy to show you our place. I travel frequently, but I will do my best to reconcile the dates with your trip, if is posible. Our natural language is Portuguese, but I also speak English and Spanish. Please add the word "alaska" at the end of your message to make sure you read the entire profile. That's it, I hope you can be with us to explore more our place and culture.
Nota: No momento estamos interessados apenas em estrangeiros devido à prática de novos idiomas e conhecimento de novas culturas. Por favor não insista.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Technology
Photography
Hiking
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Adventure sports
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
It is a tourist region of Minas Gerais, famous for its inherent natural value and mountains, where there are many waterfalls and outdoor activities. You will be able to experience the true interior of Brazil and still be close to big cities. I have many friends and we can do different things, go hiking, climbing, camping, going to bars or visiting another city near here. You won't miss leisure activities!
Projects involving children
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Help
We have a car and bicycle, if you are willing to drive one of them, it will be available for you to visit other places.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Portuguese: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
I had the opportunity to take English classes since childhood, but I still need to learn more. In addition to my native language, Portuguese, I am fluent in Spanish, so I can help you with these languages too.
Accommodation
We have a room available.
What else ...
We are in Poços de Caldas region, in the south of Minas Gerais, very close to the border with the State of São Paulo, 3 hours from São Paulo city or 2 hours from Campinas. Both with international airport: (GRU) São Paulo and (VCP) Campinas. We have bus lines that get here, I can teach you how to get here quickly.
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.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
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During my stay I really got a chance to live life as a local, in the small and cozy city of Santa Rita de Caldas. Junior and Rita were extremely kind to me and they were always up for a small chat, helping me improve my Portuguese. They are very organised and tidy… read more
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During my stay I really got a chance to live life as a local, in the small and cozy city of Santa Rita de Caldas. Junior and Rita were extremely kind to me and they were always up for a small chat, helping me improve my Portuguese. They are very organised and tidy… read more
