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8 May 2019
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Hi ! I am Italian and my husband is Turkish and we have Greta, 6 and Samuel 4 years old
We live in Bursa which is only two hours away from Istanbul by a ferryboat.
We had aupairs before to help the kids practice their English!! We speak Italian and English at home but a native speaker always helps
Types of help and learning opportunities
Babysitting and creative play
Language practice
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They will experience both Bursa and Istanbul 2 of Turkey’s main cities close to the seaside and to the mountain. They will see how Turkey is a mix of east and west. Not only they’ll enjoy Turkish food but will be able to enjoy Italian flavors by staying over our house. Our kids are fluent in Italian and English and any work away will enjoy the international atmosphere there is in our home. We are quite flexible and open minded and given I am a foreigner living in Turkey I can give them plenty of suggestions and perspective about the country.
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Help
Just talk and play with the kids and be their and our friend!
When we go out hold their hand or push the swing or play ball!!
Put in order the toys all together , cook all together Italian food or yours!!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Private room 2 bathrooms shareable
What else ...
Public transport is cheap and plenty
You can stroll the historical sites malls or meet other foreigners
Our house is by the sea so you can walk or bike by the beach
Enjoy our area cozy cafes and shops or go to the nearby malls
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Host ref number: 422144448651
Feedback (7)
20 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Juliana) for host
This was my first Workaway opportunity and I had the most amazing experience! Chiara and Abdurrahman made me feel like part of their family and I felt so welcomed and taken care of :) Greta and Sam are the most adorable kids I've ever seen, they are fun, sweet and fast learners with English, and they will shower you with hugs everyday. It was a… read more
17 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Juliana)
Juliana was with us for 1 month looking after my 3 years old boy and my 5 years old girl. She taught them so many wonderful things. Greta learned how to write thanks to her and many new words as well as good manners! Juliana is a very loving, patient and hard working person. She is really well mannered and friendly. She is so neat and clean, the… read more
(Excellent
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22 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Luca) for host
I loved staying with Greta and Samuel! They are the sweetest kids and we had so much fun together (mostly singing Christmas songs!).
Chiara is a super-mum! Her food is amazing and she creates an atmosphere that it organised but relaxing at the same time.
I loved wandering around Bursa and Istanbul and I know I'll be back! Such precious… read more
Chiara is a super-mum! Her food is amazing and she creates an atmosphere that it organised but relaxing at the same time.
I loved wandering around Bursa and Istanbul and I know I'll be back! Such precious… read more
12 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
This person was supposed to come On The 11th of November( yesterday) and just never showed up or contacted. I called and wrote her messages but nothing. The night before she had sent me a message” see you tomorrow”
I don’t know what to say it s the first time someone from workaway behaves this way.my kids are very sad as they were expecting their… read more
I don’t know what to say it s the first time someone from workaway behaves this way.my kids are very sad as they were expecting their… read more
(Workawayer cancelled last minute / no-show )
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20 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Juliana) for host
This was my first Workaway opportunity and I had the most amazing experience! Chiara and Abdurrahman made me feel like part of their family and I felt so welcomed and taken care of :) Greta and Sam are the most adorable kids I've ever seen, they are fun, sweet and fast learners with English, and they will shower you with hugs everyday. It was a… read more
17 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Juliana)
Juliana was with us for 1 month looking after my 3 years old boy and my 5 years old girl. She taught them so many wonderful things. Greta learned how to write thanks to her and many new words as well as good manners! Juliana is a very loving, patient and hard working person. She is really well mannered and friendly. She is so neat and clean, the… read more
(Excellent)
22 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Luca) for host
I loved staying with Greta and Samuel! They are the sweetest kids and we had so much fun together (mostly singing Christmas songs!).
Chiara is a super-mum! Her food is amazing and she creates an atmosphere that it organised but relaxing at the same time.
I loved wandering around Bursa and Istanbul and I know I'll be back! Such precious… read more
Chiara is a super-mum! Her food is amazing and she creates an atmosphere that it organised but relaxing at the same time.
I loved wandering around Bursa and Istanbul and I know I'll be back! Such precious… read more
12 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
This person was supposed to come On The 11th of November( yesterday) and just never showed up or contacted. I called and wrote her messages but nothing. The night before she had sent me a message” see you tomorrow”
I don’t know what to say it s the first time someone from workaway behaves this way.my kids are very sad as they were expecting their… read more
I don’t know what to say it s the first time someone from workaway behaves this way.my kids are very sad as they were expecting their… read more
(Workawayer cancelled last minute / no-show )
8 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Johanna) for host
It was a really nice experience for me to stay with this family. This was my first workaway experience as well as my first time working with children, and I feel like I learned a lot during my relatively short stay. The kids, Greta and Sam, are smart in their own different ways, and it was fun to try to figure out the best ways to communicate with… read more
7 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna)
Joannah was a blessing in disguise as the workawayer who was supposed to come had suddenly cancelled. Having two small children who were waiting for their new playmate to come I was a bit disappointed . When Joannah accepted to come I skyped with her very briefly so I didn’t know much about her. She turned out an exceptional person. Very kind and… read more
(Excellent)
27 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
Just finished my three week stay with Chiara, Abdurrahman, Greta and Samuel. It was a fantastic experience for my first Workaway stint and has set the bar really high! This family is really warm and welcoming and you quickly become part of the family. Chiara is a wonderful cook for all things Italian and Abdurrahman a willing accomplice for some… read more
26 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah is a lovely person! She is so kind and well mannered and it s extremely easy to live with her. My kids loved her. She is caring but knows how to set boundaries with her little students! She has clearly experience teaching to kids and she is naturally very good at it.
I believe whoever hosts her will be glad with his/her choice. I think we… read more
I believe whoever hosts her will be glad with his/her choice. I think we… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Tim) for host
I had an amazing 3 weeks with Chiara and Abdurahman. I felt like part of their family as soon as I stepped into their house. They really did everything to make me feel so comfortable. They went out of their way to prepare me certain meals based on my dietary restrictions, as well as revolve their busy schedules around my plans.
Chiarah is a great… read more
Chiarah is a great… read more
28 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Tim)
Tim was with us for 3 weeks and did a great job taking care of my kids and teaching them English. My kids are very small(2.5 and 4.5 years old) so it is very difficult to teach them anything but Tim was very successful. He really loves kids and he is very good with them on every level. He is a nice trustworthy person and he is very reliable. He is… read more
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Kaylie)
Kaylie is a very sweet person who gets used quickly to different people and situations! She is really patient with kids and tries to look At everything in a positive way!
She was very warm and friendly from the very beginning. I believe any host would be lucky to have her☺️. We wish her all the best in life and hope that some day our paths will… read more
She was very warm and friendly from the very beginning. I believe any host would be lucky to have her☺️. We wish her all the best in life and hope that some day our paths will… read more
(Excellent)
14 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Kaylie) for host
I stayed with this family for 5 weeks, and they were so kind and welcoming towards me. I felt like I was part of the family almost instantly. The children were very cute and extremely entertaining. The family as a whole has a very charming personality and a wonderful sense of humor. I hope to get another chance to work with this family soon and… read more
1 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Kendra)
Kendra is a wonderful guest who was friendly from day one. She was warm and sweet with our kids, she is efficient, proactive and neat. She is good company for adults and a great baby sitter for kids
She was always available for us and she helped us even without asking for it. It was very nice to chat with her and she was a great help to our… read more
She was always available for us and she helped us even without asking for it. It was very nice to chat with her and she was a great help to our… read more
(Excellent)
1 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Kendra) for host
From the moment I arrived at their home, Chiara and Abdurrahman made me feel welcome and treated me like a part of their family. Both helped provide ideas on what do and directions (verbal and written) on how to get to these places or anywhere else I wanted to go. The atmosphere at their home is relaxed and comfortable, making coming back after… read more
